Mpg giants!

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So as not to make this post seem like a commercial, I won't mention the brands; but if readers are considering powered two wheels; are interested in the mid-size range; and demand at least decent mpg in a bike at a decent price, there are now two, proven motorcycle power trains with exceptional mpg as compared to the rivals. One is a 670 cc parallel twin with a rev limit at a very low 6500 that uses regular gas, is available in three bike types; straight shift or auto choice for each type, starting below $7000 new; low maintenance schedule except chain, and mpg listed as high as 64, but I easily achieve greater than 75 in warm weather commuting in a CTX700 version.

The second is a single 652, listed over 70 at 55 mph constant, proven upper 60s in real-world conservative riding. However, this second choice requires premium fuel and is limited to only a couple of models, e.g. G650GS, but may be a better choice for those who prefer the traditional high-revving motorcycle to the flat-torque, limited top end of the first choice.