|
3 May 2010
|
|
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Saltspring Island,Canada/Poole,UK
Posts: 1,081
|
|
DL650 real world fuel consumption
Hi guys,
Im looking at a DL650 here in Canada and was wondering what the real world (loaded) fuel consumption is.
What are you guys getting ?
Thanks in Advance
Gipper
|
3 May 2010
|
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Rockhampton, Australia
Posts: 868
|
|
When I get home in a few days I should be able to do the calcs on my spreadsheet for my CA carbon filter 07 model. This will include 53,000 miles of everything from USA, Alsaka, Central and Southern America with a full range of different fuel quality, riding style, conditions etc.
As a rough guess, on average I reckon about 43mpg, or in metric, probably around the 4.5l/100km
Cheers
TS
|
3 May 2010
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: BC, sometimes
Posts: 578
|
|
4.5l/100km is more like 62 mpg (imperial, not US). 43 mpg (US) is about 51 mgp imperial.
Did you have much hassle with the Wee on your trip? I'm thinking of getting one so would be keen to hear about any weak spots, troubles and of course the actual mpg.
Best,
Sherlock
|
5 May 2010
|
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Rockhampton, Australia
Posts: 868
|
|
4.5l is average for me, but in mpg it was less than 50mpg nowhere near 63 so I think your numbrs are off, or we are not comparing apples with apples, there is always some confusion between metric and imperial and US numbers so it can be read a number of ways. I have many conversions to do before I get the real figures.
The bike had no weakness, and I am not biased in that way either.
Except for a clogged low pressure fuel filter, I never had any issues, once that was replaced it was fine. Bad fuel caused that and there were instances where fuel was put into the tank without filtering.
Cheers
TS
|
7 May 2010
|
Contributing Member
HUBB regular
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: UK and Australia
Posts: 93
|
|
Two months ago on my 2008 wee-Strom I did almost 14,000km with a pillion for half of it and full luggage (hard panniers and topbox), often cruising for hours at 120-130kph. I averaged almost exactly 5 litres / 100km.
The front sprocket is 16 teeth rather than the original 15, which may have made it slightly more economical.
|
8 May 2010
|
|
Gold Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Back in Blighty
Posts: 171
|
|
Strom mileage
Have had my DL650 for just over 2 years now,I seem to get 200-220 miles to a tank of fuel plus reserve,if I rag it on the back lanes solo this sometimes drops to 180 miles but 2 up with luggage it still is around the 200+ miles to a tank be it smaller roads or Autobahns,hope this helps.
Andy
__________________
Andy L
From the midnight sun to the silk & rhubarb roads, 2014
I am not an adventure rider, just a biker that has adventures.
|
13 May 2010
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: NZ
Posts: 4
|
|
Loaded up with panniers and top box i expect 20+km/ltr. Worst case scenario was a miserly 13km/ltr. That was in the USA cruising 150+kph. If you keep the revs under 6000 she is very economical. Best was a tad over 25km/ltr but that was at 3500m altitude.
|
14 May 2010
|
|
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Saltspring Island,Canada/Poole,UK
Posts: 1,081
|
|
so about 5L/100km, 20km/L, 56 mpg (Imp), 47 mpg (US) loaded with a steady throttle.
Thanks Guys
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Next HU Events
ALL Dates subject to change.
2025 Confirmed Events:
- Virginia: April 24-27 2025
- Queensland is back! May 2-4 2025
- Germany Summer: May 29-June 1 2025
- CanWest: July 10-13 2025
- Switzerland: Date TBC
- Ecuador: Date TBC
- Romania: Date TBC
- Austria: Sept. 11-15
- California: September 18-21
- France: September 19-21 2025
- Germany Autumn: Oct 30-Nov 2 2025
Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!
Questions about an event? Ask here
See all event details
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.
Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|