Fuel Economy Ratings
46
City MPG
50
Combined MPG
56
Highway MPG
~225 mi
Tank Range
17.0L
Tank Capacity
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type
948cc
Displacement
💰 Annual Fuel Cost Estimate
| Scenario | Miles/Year | Est. Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Low mileage rider | 5,000 | $350 |
| Average mileage rider | 10,000 | $700 |
| High mileage rider | 15,000 | $1050 |
* Based on average US gas price of $3.50/gallon. Prices vary by region and season.
🌱 Environmental Impact
178 g/mi
CO₂ Emissions
6/10
Green Score
3924 lbs/yr
Annual CO₂ (10K mi)
56% less
vs Average Car
🏍️ Motorcycles typically emit 30–50% less CO₂ than average passenger cars due to lower weight and fuel consumption.
Fuel Economy Tips
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Keep tires properly inflated: Under-inflated tires increase rolling resistance by up to 3%. Check cold tire pressure weekly.
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Change air filter on schedule: A clogged air filter reduces fuel efficiency by 10–15%. Replace every 8,000–12,000 miles.
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Use the correct grade engine oil: Using the manufacturer-recommended oil viscosity can improve fuel economy by 1–2%.
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Keep spark plugs fresh: Worn spark plugs reduce combustion efficiency. Replace per the maintenance schedule.
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Maintain a steady throttle: Aggressive acceleration and hard braking consumes 20–30% more fuel. Smooth throttle inputs save gas.
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Reduce wind drag: At highway speeds, wind drag is the #1 fuel consumer. Tuck behind the screen and avoid luggage on short rides.
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Keep chain properly adjusted & lubed: A slack or dry chain creates drivetrain losses of 5–10%. Check slack and lube every 500 miles.
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Warm up briefly, then ride: Long idling wastes fuel. Warm up 30–60 seconds, then ride gently for the first mile.
How It Compares — Kawasaki Lineup
| Model | Year | MPG City | MPG Hwy | MPG Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ninja ZX-6R | 2018 | 36 | 44 | 40 |
| Ninja ZX-10R | 2018 | 31 | 39 | 35 |
| Z900 | 2018 | 47 | 57 | 52 |
| Versys 650 | 2018 | 54 | 64 | 58 |
| Ninja 400 | 2018 | 60 | 70 | 64 |
| KLR650 | 2018 | 58 | 66 | 62 |
| Vulcan S | 2018 | 53 | 62 | 57 |