Fuel economy

[jbtoups]

I read on BRPs site that the 2014 Spyders could get 62 mpg, is this really true?

 

[billybovine]

Tested at constant speed. Fuel mileage may vary depending on Spyder RT models, personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length, vehicle condition, vehicle configuration and other conditions. Up to 202 miles tested at constant speed 75 mph (325 km at 120 km/h). Break-in mileage may Tested at constant speed. Fuel mileage may vary depending on Spyder RT models, personal riding habits, weather conditions, trip length, vehicle condition, vehicle configuration and other conditions. Up to 202 miles tested at constant speed 75 mph (325 km at 120 km/h). Break-in mileage may vary.
vary.

 

[SPYDERFUZZ]

62 Miles Per Gal.

Right Billy!!!!!!!!!!!! One more cylinder and 30 more MPG some one is smoking those funny cigarettes.

 

[Bob Denman]

Actually; the extra horsepower and torque CAN get you better mileage. :shocked:
You simply don't have to grab as much throttle under normal conditions...
But 62mpg?? :roflblack:

 

[EnjoyingTheRyde]

62 mpg?

That would be sweet!

 

[Pennyrick]

I read on BRPs site that the 2014 Spyders could get 62 mpg, is this really true?

Could be referring to kilometers, not miles and the Imperial gallon is a bit larger than the US gallon.... so maybe downhill with a tailwind it could happen.

 

[acinpcola]

I read on BRPs site that the 2014 Spyders could get 62 mpg, is this really true?

I think you read the 2014 can get to about 252 miles doing a constant speed of 62 mph.

AC

 

[billybovine]

Need math lessons

It appears someone at BRP requires math lessons or at least a refresher course. The math does not work no matter what calculator you use.

 

[nhoj]

It appears someone at BRP requires math lessons or at least a refresher course. The math does not work no matter what calculator you use.

Its a misprint. 100 Kph = 62 mph not 62 mpg.

It can travel (claimed) 252 miles @ 62 MPH.

 

[Bob Denman]

I just got back from a chili cook-off :shocked:
My brain is too weak from all of the chili to do any Math...

 

[tigerdr]

Yes, it's a misprint. 62 mph is what you have to read....

 

[cuznjohn]

misprint

It appears someone at BRP requires math lessons or at least a refresher course. The math does not work no matter what calculator you use.

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just found the first problems with the 14's :clap:

 

[tigerdr]

That will put some « heat » on BRP... lol...

 

[ARtraveler]

I'll go along with the above explanations. Since most owners seem to be reporting around 30 mpg, the thought of doubling the mileage per gallon seems a bit out of focus. Time will tell what the numbers show when people start reporting real world use.

When it came to deciding on a 2014 RT or not, miles per gallon actually was not one of the things I even thought about--until now. For me, that will not be a deal breaker.

 

[Harpo]

Don't forget the 2014 have a 6 speed transmission so not running at as high rpms as the 2013 and older. Don't know if that makes a difference or not.

 

[den1953]

Physics

The new motor may be somewhat more efficient but is still pushing a 1012 pound vehicle with a 150 to 250 pound rider and that's solo with no gear in the storage compartments. The 2014 is almost identical in aerodynamics and rolling friction so no gains there. I would guess if it got 40 mpg it would be an improvement but 62 would be nearly impossible. Realistically 40 mpg would be a good ballpark guess

 

[ARtraveler]

Don't forget the 2014 have a 6 speed transmission so not running at as high rpms as the 2013 and older. Don't know if that makes a difference or not.

With the lower rpm operation and the 6th gear on the RT, I am guessing maybe a mile or two per gallon improvement. Time will tell.

 

[Bob Denman]

That's all? My guess, is that it'll show about a 4 mpg bump in economy...
But;

 

[acinpcola]

did you say time :yikes: only 21 days till December :yes::yes:

 

[jerpinoy]

I think you'll get more mpg if you put it on a trailer:roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack: