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    Default Getting back to Spyders

    Hi Guys,

    Wanting to get back to Spyders again. Had a 2012 for a few years but sold it to get a BMW K 1600. Nice bike but am feeling like I'de be more comfortable on three wheels.
    My question is for those of you that have a 2020 RT is, how is your gas mileage? My '12 was terrible. If I rode easy I could get 25-29 mpg. It got scary a few times trying to find gas on some back roads.

    Looking forward to getting back on three wheels.

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    I have the same engine a 1330 triple .... I usually ride in Brisk mode .... using 87 * I average 37 to 38 mpg ..... if you buy a new one, it can take up to about 3000mi. to begin getting near that number .... good luck .... Mike

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    During my break in period is was not so great. But regularly getting around 34 mpg now. I use 87 Octane as well. Just did my first Oil change and 3000 mile checklist inspection myself.

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    We are seeing a lot of our old friends back of late.

    High 30's seem to be the ballpark of the 1330's. The new 20 is shaped a little different to cut down on the drag and not sure, but am guessing it's lighter than the 19.

    There are at least 28 new ones out there. Would be good to hear the gas mileage as they get broken in.

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    Quote Originally Posted by BLUEKNIGHT911 View Post
    I have the same engine a 1330 triple .... I usually ride in Brisk mode .... using 87 * I average 37 to 38 mpg ..... if you buy a new one, it can take up to about 3000mi. to begin getting near that number .... good luck .... Mike
    Using 87 octane fuel in a 12:1 compression ratio engine could cause major detonation. Understanding that the computer would retard the timing if detonation was sensed, that would cause a large loss of performance. Have you not felt any loss in your travels?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Doc45 View Post
    Hi Guys,

    Wanting to get back to Spyders again. Had a 2012 for a few years but sold it to get a BMW K 1600. Nice bike but am feeling like I'de be more comfortable on three wheels.
    My question is for those of you that have a 2020 RT is, how is your gas mileage? My '12 was terrible. If I rode easy I could get 25-29 mpg. It got scary a few times trying to find gas on some back roads.

    Looking forward to getting back on three wheels.

    Dale.
    I just filled mine up and with just over 900 miles on the clock I got 31.3 MPG with some interstate driving
    and in traffic driving so I'm okay with that for now.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Baron14y View Post
    Using 87 octane fuel in a 12:1 compression ratio engine could cause major detonation. Understanding that the computer would retard the timing if detonation was sensed, that would cause a large loss of performance. Have you not felt any loss in your travels?
    Just a minor hijack. Both BlueKnight and myself have been using the 87 octane fuel in our machines for a few years now. Have not experienced any loss of performance. I faithfully used 90 or better octane for years...but now I don't. In a similar thread...a few others also chimed in with the same opinion.

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    Just turned 300 miles on two tanks of 93 octane. Getting about 29.5 mpg, but not much of that was hwy miles. (Except for first 35 miles, the rest was in ECO mode).

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    Quote Originally Posted by ARtraveler View Post
    Just a minor hijack. Both BlueKnight and myself have been using the 87 octane fuel in our machines for a few years now. Have not experienced any loss of performance. I faithfully used 90 or better octane for years...but now I don't. In a similar thread...a few others also chimed in with the same opinion.

    Unhijack:
    Will give it a try. Will certainly save money, but if the engine blows up, I'm going to send you the parts.

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    Just turned over 2k and here are my numbers after 12 fill-up:

    32, 33, 34, 32, 36, 30, 42, 35, 35, 34, 37, 33

    I track my stats on the Fuelly app.
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    I Guys !

    BRP says an RT 1330 cc with a full tank with super, at highway speed these 400 kilometers.

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    Thanks for the responses, I think I'm about ready to pull the trigger on one, as soon as things stare getting back to normal.
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    I guys,

    I have 2015 RT and am amazed on little mileage you guys are getting. I ride 2 up most of the time and am getting between 38 and 42 mile to the gallon using high test. A couple of times I was down to 35 - 37 at 70 miles an hour,
    I also have pulled a trailer riding 2 up and was getting 32-33 miles per gallon. I find my bike does better with the high test gas as BRP recommends as this engine was designed for it. I have run regular gas in the bike before and can tell the difference
    in how it performs. I will stick with the high test, just saying.

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    Some ride more aggressive. We have two 1330's. One RT (the big boat) and one F3. IMO, the F3 should get better mileage because its smaller, lighter, and a bit more streamlined.

    We currently get about the same mileage. High 30's. I attribute that to my slightly more aggressive riding.

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    MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles

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    What RPM do ya'll usually cruise at vs. town vs. twisties?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Revalden View Post
    What RPM do ya'll usually cruise at vs. town vs. twisties?
    1330's like 3500. Start there until you find your sweet spot. Whatever gear puts you there, will feel right. One gear up will cruise you in the 3000 range...but I find less power there. At 3500, its ready to get up and go.

    I also have a simple rule...works most of the time. Use the gear that fits the speed range. 30's = 3 40's = 4 50's = 5 60's = 6

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    It is really amazing to me just how freakin' FAST these machines can move/take off at a moments command. I was passing a loooong semi/trailer on a back country road and had to downshift quickly and it scared the crap outta me.
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    I have a 2020 RTL just like the one in post #6, 300 miles or so, getting 35 mpg plus at 50/60 mph riding two up, should do a bit better after break in.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Revalden View Post
    It is really amazing to me just how freakin' FAST these machines can move/take off at a moments command. I was passing a loooong semi/trailer on a back country road and had to downshift quickly and it scared the crap outta me.

    Currently Owned: 2019 F3 Limited, 2020 F3 Limited: SOLD BOTH LIMITEDS in October of 2023.

    Previously : 2008 GS-SM5 (silver), 2009 RS-SE5 (red), 2010 RT-S Premier Editon #474 (black) 2011 RT A&C SE5 (magnesium) 2014 RTS-SE6 (yellow)

    MY FINAL TALLY: 7 Spyders, 15 years, 205,500 miles

    IT HAS BEEN A LONG, WONDERFUL, AND FUN RIDE.
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    A quick update, I have just entered negotiations with a local dealership. Problem is, doing all of this by email is sooooo slow. But with everything closed down, there is no big hurry.
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