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Based on my experience it's easy to get 45 mpg (Fz1, zg1000, zx600e, & klr650). I got the prett much the same with all of them. same with all of them, driving too fast/ Klr broke 50 when driving PSL or close.
You really need to factor in all the cost of ownership and life expectancy before buying a motorcycle. Tires cost alot, and don't last long, bikes don't last 200,000 miles like cars, most bikes don't ever see 10,000 miles, do you know your more commited than the average guy to ride his bike when it's not fun, 40 degrees, raining, or 100 degrees.
I haven't ran all the numbers, but I think a car that gets 30-35 mpg is cheaper to own than a bike getting 80.
The higher the price of gas gets the better the advantage bikes have, $6/gallon bike will win over 35 mpg cars. (if you have to pay for parking, bikes can win)
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