Fuel Mileage

[Grumpy Goat]

I routinely get 49mpg on my 1250rs using 93 octane ethanol even with a little aggressive riding. Honestly it's hard to make this engine work hard unless you're loaded heavy and riding 75+mph for long periods I think.

I routinely tour fully loaded and cruise at 75+. My R1200RS is not working hard at all then ... takes it in stride. Even with my pillion on the back (heavier than my touring load) and cruising at the same speeds it shows no effort.

I got 52 mpg.US once. Then I upgraded the air filter and installed a Remus Hexacone muffler and since then I only get 44+ mpg.US. The upgrades are worth it though.