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Old 06-09-2017, 01:38 PM   #3 (permalink)
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I'll point out what became readily apparent when I (belatedly) did my homework on motorcycle power requirements...it takes just as much power to move a motorcycle - with is small frontal area but bad aerodynamics - as it does a car at highway speeds. The motorcycle only shines on hills and acceleration, due to the lack of weight. You'll need basically as big of a battery pack as you would for a car...if you are doing highway speeds.
Thanks for the info.

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As for your Elantra...LRR tires, warm air intake, and whatever aero mods you'd be comfortable with will get you those few extra MPGs.
I don't mind trying stuff as long as it's not expensive, and it doesn't look goofy on the car. Hidden stuff would be even better.
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