What type of gas does everyone use

[SPECTACUALR SPIDERMAN]

I'm sure this has been asked but what brand and octane level does everyone use. I finally got my mileage up since i started
shifting better so now i want to know if i really need super or will regular or plus do.
I use BP, super on my performance vehicles & regular on my basic cars and my yamaha.

 

[ChasCS]

Higher supreme, picks my pocket, and hind quarters

I use 94 octane, because it's running rich...

For the rich too... ;-)

Usually from Petro-Can, but never shy shelling out at Shell stations either. Sheesh!!

Chas

 

[ARtraveler]

Here, 90 Octane. The highest available. We have only one refinery in Alaska. All gas brands come from it, so it does not matter what brand you buy, you get the same gas.

 

[Dgjason]

87 Octane

I know that most everyone on this site will tell you the higher the octane the better. I ran nothing but the highest octane I could get for the first 2000 miles and decided to see what 87 octane would do. We'll, so far I don't notice any performance difference and no engine ping. I will continue to see if that continues. opcorn:

 

[BikerDoc]

I have tested 87 89 and 93 in all three bikes - 2010, 2012, and 2014.. still feel that 89 gives me the best mileage for the money and I can't discern any better performance from 93.. I did notice a slight degradation in performance with 87. Here they really price gouge on the highest octane (sometimes 60 cents a gallon or more than 87)

 

[zamfield]

Higher octane won't give you better mileage, contrary to what you might hear or read.
It will only stop engine pinging... try the lower rating. No ping, go for it!

Of course, BRP could use that against you if you ever had an engine issue and decided to test your fuel... Can't see that happening though.

 

[Chupaca]

Well..!!

the highest I can find. The brand names with the best additives. This is a large investment for me and will give it the best to keep it in the best condition possible. I don't see why not difference being a buck per tankfull...:thumbup:

 

[cuznjohn]

mobile 93 octane

 

[Questions]

the highest I can find. The brand names with the best additives. This is a large investment for me and will give it the best to keep it in the best condition possible. I don't see why not difference being a buck per tankfull...:thumbup:

When i had my Yamaha it was recommended to use 87. that is what i used, 36,000 not a minute of problems. some folks with the same bike decided to put the highest octane fuel available. their engine carbon-ed up on them using the higher octane. test they did said the higer octane burns slower, thus more carbon. i will stick with the medium grade or lower in the future.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

THE INFAMOUS OCTANE THREAD

I know that most everyone on this site will tell you the higher the octane the better. I ran nothing but the highest octane I could get for the first 2000 miles and decided to see what 87 octane would do. We'll, so far I don't notice any performance difference and no engine ping. I will continue to see if that continues. opcorn:

:agree:.............And everyone here knows it ....BRP's line of whooey not with-standing ............My mechanic ( & best friend ) and I ACTUALLY tested it and found in the 2014 RT anything but 87 is a waste of money ......................let the flaming begin....ha ha ha ..........Mike.........................................................................................​And for those of you who truly believe and espouse that the 2014 RT MUST use at least 91 Octane ................What do you think is going to happen to the engine if you DON'T...............................I really want your opinions on this question..........I bet I don't get one single answer

 

[Bob Denman]

:bdh: Gimme the bat; I'll take a few more swings at that :cus: horse too!
93... When I had my 998; I found about a 2.5 mpg drop with 87.
With the 1330; the drop in mileage wasn't as noticeable; but the loss of low-end power was! :yikes:
93 only... :2thumbs:
In a typical season of riding; I might re-fuel about 30 times. At the most; that's only about $60 extra for the entire Riding Season. It's worth it to me, to make sure that the bike is getting what it needs.

 

[ekfraz]

fuel

93

 

[bmccaffrey]

the highest I can find. The brand names with the best additives. This is a large investment for me and will give it the best to keep it in the best condition possible. I don't see why not difference being a buck per tankfull...:thumbup:

Agree!!!!!:clap:

 

[nhoj]

the highest I can find. The brand names with the best additives. This is a large investment for me and will give it the best to keep it in the best condition possible. I don't see why not difference being a buck per tankfull...:thumbup:

A buck per tank, don't I wish. Up here its 20 cents plus per litre more for 91. A normal fill up for me is 20 litres. So $4.00 per tank. That really tests my trying to use what BRP reccomends.

Once at a Shell station their 91 was 38 cents per litre more than their 87. That tank was $8.00 more than 87!!

I've been running 87 as a test now for my last 9 tanks. I've not noticed any reduction in performance nor any pinging. My mileage has stayed in average 33.5 mpg same as running 91.

My wife's RT has only ever seen 87 and she with over 180 fill ups has an average of 32 mpg.

 

[Questions]

:bdh: Gimme the bat; I'll take a few more swings at that :cus: horse too!
93... When I had my 998; I found about a 2.5 mpg drop with 87.
With the 1330; the drop in mileage wasn't as noticeable; but the loss of low-end power was! :yikes:
93 only... :2thumbs:
In a typical season of riding; I might re-fuel about 30 times. At the most; that's only about $120 extra for the entire Riding Season. It's worth it to me, to make sure that the bike is getting what it needs.

I have no problem with the price of the gas. it is what is best for the engine. if it was designed for med grade that is what i will use. that is what i have been using so far. that is why i am here to listen and learn.:doorag:

 

[Trbayth]

91 Valero if I'm around home.

When the light goes on, whatever is closest and is at least 91.

Trb--

 

[Purple Guy]

I use 91 Esso.
Have been in the position where I'm out on a ride, need gas and 87 is all that's available.
Never noticed any performance or mileage depreciation but still put 91 in as my preference...

 

[Roadster Renovations]

Best mileage from 93 Sunoco. Tried 87 and lots of take-off spark knock and loss of low end power. Might try some mid grade after I lose 50 more lbs. Right now I am good with what I'm doing. We just pulled a fully loaded trailer through the Adirondacks and through most of it I ran in 5th gear at about 50mph and just let her pull on her own. If it started to drop RPM I downshifted then. Never got below 4th gear in any of it. Could not have gotten that performance out of 87. Course I don't weigh 100 lbs either.

 

[SPYD3R]

87

in over 40,000 miles, i've tried it all.... and 87 octane is by far your best bet.... heck, why should i pay $3.19 for Premium, when i getting ripped-off at $2.93 for 87...???

btw...... when was the last time anyone was able to buy 'leaded' gas....??? right, 30 years ago.... so why oh why do gas stations advertise UNLEADED GAS....? :yikes: :gaah: duh........ :hun:
Dan P
Easley, SC
SPYD3R

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

EARLIER EXPLANATION

Best mileage from 93 Sunoco. Tried 87 and lots of take-off spark knock and loss of low end power. Might try some mid grade after I lose 50 more lbs. Right now I am good with what I'm doing. We just pulled a fully loaded trailer through the Adirondacks and through most of it I ran in 5th gear at about 50mph and just let her pull on her own. If it started to drop RPM I downshifted then. Never got below 4th gear in any of it. Could not have gotten that performance out of 87. Course I don't weigh 100 lbs either.

:agree:...............In an earlier much more detailed explanation about using 87 Octane in the 1330 engine I stated .......If you plan to ride with a Fully loaded trailer and carry a passenger I would advise using 91 octane and also not running in ECO mode .......................Because otherwise it will activate the ANTI-KNOCK feature built in to the computer system..........................You welcome .....Michael So does anyone have an opinion about what will happen to the ( 1330 ) engine if you choose not to use ...91 octane :hun: