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RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - the Ferret - 04-13-2014
(04-12-2014, 11:52 PM)wildezt_imp Wrote:
how does Mr.ferret always gets really great mileage..? please share your secret..!
My tires last a long time too
Turn old, ride slow.
Seriously no fast stops or starts, speed limit +- 5 mph, mostly backroads with no reason to get on and off the gas 45- 60 mph.
Don't expect that everyone would get the same satisfaction from riding like that, like I do. Had my years I was hard on equipment. They are behind me now.
I don't run anymore either, and don't walk very fast for that matter.
To flashing reserve on the DLX - Cormanus - 04-13-2014
Good on you, Ferret! Always pushing the limits in search of data for your readers.
(Think tea)How about strapping a small container of petrol to the bak of the bike and going for the magic 200?
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - CB4ME_imp - 04-13-2014
(04-13-2014, 02:36 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote:(04-12-2014, 11:52 PM)wildezt_imp Wrote:
My tires last a long time too
Turn old, ride slow.
Seriously no fast stops or starts, speed limit +- 5 mph, mostly backroads with no reason to get on and off the gas 45- 60 mph.
Don't expect that everyone would get the same satisfaction from riding like that, like I do. Had my years I was hard on equipment. They are behind me now.
I don't run anymore either, and don't walk very fast for that matter.
My tires last a long time too
Turn old, ride slow.
Seriously no fast stops or starts, speed limit +- 5 mph, mostly backroads with no reason to get on and off the gas 45- 60 mph.
Don't expect that everyone would get the same satisfaction from riding like that, like I do. Had my years I was hard on equipment. They are behind me now.
I don't run anymore either, and don't walk very fast for that matter.
And if you want to "test" a new exhaust and air funnel, you can also be rewarded with 38.94 mpg.......and have fun doing it!
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - flynrider - 04-13-2014
I make full use of all that marvelous acceleration that Honda saw fit to bestow upon this engine. As such, I regularly get 42 mpg around town. I did a couple hour ride on the slab a few weeks ago at a steady 75 mph and turned in a respectable 53 mpg. This bike has the best of both worlds.
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - the Ferret - 04-13-2014
42 mpg is pretty darn respectable when thrashing a 4 cyl liter bike IMO
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - flynrider - 04-14-2014
(04-13-2014, 08:28 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: 42 mpg is pretty darn respectable when thrashing a 4 cyl liter bike IMO
Absolutely! My CB750 only turns in 39-40 mpg in town. All those computers and gadgets in the CB11 definitely make a difference.
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - dave - 04-15-2014
(04-12-2014, 08:37 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: So on my ride last night I was determined to see when this bike went to flashing reserve and what would happen with the new fuel electronics when it did
I had filled up on 1 bar not flashing last time at 142 miles, and zeroed my Trip B. When I got to 142 miles on this tank I started watching it. Finally at 153 the last bar started flashing (about 3 miles from home) and then the mileage went to 61 indicating at current speed I had 61 more miles of fuel left in the tank ( 153 + 61 would indicate a range of 214 miles). Then it flashed to total miles on bike. Then back to miles on tank and remaining miles on tank, then back to total miles on bike. Very strange. Why would I need to know total miles on bike when I am running out of gas?
Funny thing is, when I got to my street I slowed down from 55 to 25 and by the time I got home I actually had 64 miles of gas left at the new current consumption rate of 25 mph.
My next goal is to see if I can actually get 200 miles on the tank if I don't chicken out, panic and fill up.
Btw the computer said 50.8 mpg ave for anyone who cares ( Tortuga I know you don't
I've now got 340 miles on my 2014 Deluxe. My average fuel mileage is 46.6, and that's doing it the old-fashioned way and using a calculator (I haven't read my owner's manual to figure out how to use the computer yet).
Hey Ferret - what tools came with your bike?
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - flynrider - 04-15-2014
(04-15-2014, 09:42 AM)Dave_imp Wrote:(04-12-2014, 08:37 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: So on my ride last night I was determined to see when this bike went to flashing reserve and what would happen with the new fuel electronics when it did
I had filled up on 1 bar not flashing last time at 142 miles, and zeroed my Trip B. When I got to 142 miles on this tank I started watching it. Finally at 153 the last bar started flashing (about 3 miles from home) and then the mileage went to 61 indicating at current speed I had 61 more miles of fuel left in the tank ( 153 + 61 would indicate a range of 214 miles). Then it flashed to total miles on bike. Then back to miles on tank and remaining miles on tank, then back to total miles on bike. Very strange. Why would I need to know total miles on bike when I am running out of gas?
Funny thing is, when I got to my street I slowed down from 55 to 25 and by the time I got home I actually had 64 miles of gas left at the new current consumption rate of 25 mph.
My next goal is to see if I can actually get 200 miles on the tank if I don't chicken out, panic and fill up.
Btw the computer said 50.8 mpg ave for anyone who cares ( Tortuga I know you don't
I've now got 340 miles on my 2014 Deluxe. My average fuel mileage is 46.6, and that's doing it the old-fashioned way and using a calculator (I haven't read my owner's manual to figure out how to use the computer yet).
Hey Ferret - what tools came with your bike?
It's Deja Vu all over again
This was a common question asked by new owners last year (including myself). Does your toolkit consist of a screwdriver and maybe an allen wrench? If so, that's your toolkit. Owners outside the U.S. appear to have gotten the full customary kit. If you want one you can build your own (search this forum) or buy the stock kit from Honda.
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - Tortuga_imp - 04-15-2014
(04-15-2014, 10:01 AM)Flynrider_imp Wrote:(04-15-2014, 09:42 AM)Dave_imp Wrote:(04-12-2014, 08:37 PM)The ferret_imp Wrote: So on my ride last night I was determined to see when this bike went to flashing reserve and what would happen with the new fuel electronics when it did
I had filled up on 1 bar not flashing last time at 142 miles, and zeroed my Trip B. When I got to 142 miles on this tank I started watching it. Finally at 153 the last bar started flashing (about 3 miles from home) and then the mileage went to 61 indicating at current speed I had 61 more miles of fuel left in the tank ( 153 + 61 would indicate a range of 214 miles). Then it flashed to total miles on bike. Then back to miles on tank and remaining miles on tank, then back to total miles on bike. Very strange. Why would I need to know total miles on bike when I am running out of gas?
Funny thing is, when I got to my street I slowed down from 55 to 25 and by the time I got home I actually had 64 miles of gas left at the new current consumption rate of 25 mph.
My next goal is to see if I can actually get 200 miles on the tank if I don't chicken out, panic and fill up.
Btw the computer said 50.8 mpg ave for anyone who cares ( Tortuga I know you don't
I've now got 340 miles on my 2014 Deluxe. My average fuel mileage is 46.6, and that's doing it the old-fashioned way and using a calculator (I haven't read my owner's manual to figure out how to use the computer yet).
Hey Ferret - what tools came with your bike?
It's Deja Vu all over again
It's Deja Vu all over again
This was a common question asked by new owners last year (including myself). Does your toolkit consist of a screwdriver and maybe an allen wrench? If so, that's your toolkit. Owners outside the U.S. appear to have gotten the full customary kit. If you want one you can build your own (search this forum) or buy the stock kit from Honda. Mine came with a full socket set, a 3 tonne trolley jack, Snap On roller can, chainsaw, bike lift, 3 spare wheels and a cement mixer. I thought that was standard?
Must be because it was a superior 'white one'
RE: To flashing reserve on the DLX - the Ferret - 04-15-2014
The white ones need all that. The red ones only need a screw driver, a 5 mm allen and a fuse puller.