David R Posted August 24, 2012 Posted August 24, 2012 I am pretty close to a new R1200R. What are you folks getting for mileage? BMW sez 57 mpg. This would be sweet. MY R1100RT gets 45 until I put the fuel controller and it went down to 42 but well worth it.
SPX Posted August 24, 2012 Posted August 24, 2012 I am pretty close to a new R1200R. What are you folks getting for mileage? BMW sez 57 mpg. This would be sweet. MY R1100RT gets 45 until I put the fuel controller and it went down to 42 but well worth it. I have a 2011 R1200RT. I see 42-45 MPG, depending on how I ride the bike. I think the 57 mpg that's quoted is level ground and 60 mph.
Dave_in_TX Posted August 25, 2012 Posted August 25, 2012 My 2011 RT generally gets around 45-50mpg on the highway but I've experienced as low as 40mpg and as high as 55mpg.
OlGeezer Posted August 25, 2012 Posted August 25, 2012 Does it get better as it breaks in? I'm having trouble getting 40 on my GSA.
Dave_in_TX Posted August 25, 2012 Posted August 25, 2012 Does it get better as it breaks in? I'm having trouble getting 40 on my GSA. My 2011 RT had 1800 miles on it when I bought it in May. It now has almost 13K miles on it so it should be well broken in. I haven't noticed any improvement as the miles accumulated.
Chip Posted August 26, 2012 Posted August 26, 2012 My 2010 R1200RT has over 24K miles on it. I just returned from a 4,000 mile trip and averaged a bit over 48 mpg. The trip included sustained high speeds, elevation and twisties (with high rpms), and temps ranging from 40 degrees to over 100 degrees...uhhhh, not all at the same time Normal riding in Houston is between 48-50mpg.
David R Posted August 26, 2012 Author Posted August 26, 2012 Thank you, keep em coming if there are more. Looking at a RED one. David
lkraus Posted August 27, 2012 Posted August 27, 2012 Does it get better as it breaks in? I'm having trouble getting 40 on my GSA. The GS (and the R, I think) has a lower final drive ratio, which hurts gas mileage. You will notice that most of the responses here have been from RT riders, who can usually expect 45-50 mpg. My RT did once see 56mpg on a half tank while riding some tight twistys, but it dropped back to 49-50 when I got back on the four lane. I think 40 mpg is probably pretty typical for a GS. Larry
dirtdreamer50 Posted August 27, 2012 Posted August 27, 2012 My 12 gets an average of 43mpg, but a friend's 1150 get around 10 mpg more. I'm hoping to get closer to his mileage, but if not, I'm ok... tompdd50
RTJohn Posted August 27, 2012 Posted August 27, 2012 Hi David. I typically get 46-50 mpg. If I take it slow I can get 53. I just never go slow...
Firenailer Posted August 28, 2012 Posted August 28, 2012 I'm getting a pretty steady 48 -49 on my 2012RT. I did get 50 once, but that must have been a very mellow day.
David R Posted August 28, 2012 Author Posted August 28, 2012 Today is the day, I just bought a 2012 Red R1200R!
Chip Posted August 29, 2012 Posted August 29, 2012 Today is the day, I just bought a 2012 Red R1200R! Congratulations! Let the farkling begin $$$
Turner00 Posted August 31, 2012 Posted August 31, 2012 2012 I'm getting 45-48 average. For all riding.
David R Posted August 31, 2012 Author Posted August 31, 2012 The meter on the bike seems to be around 44 for the first tank. I filled it and reset it tonight. Tomorrow is another tank, then the long weekend. I should have a good idea by next week. Smooooth, shifts like no other BMW I have ridden. Girlfriend likes it. For the break in, it sez keep under 4,000 RPM. No problem, it will go 75 in 6th @ 4k. One hundred miles on it today. David
David R Posted September 4, 2012 Author Posted September 4, 2012 44 to 45 mpg after 1,000 miles of fun riding. Average consumption by the computer is spot on. Gauge is off by a mile. Thanks every one. David
bikebits Posted September 4, 2012 Posted September 4, 2012 4.5 l/100km = 62mpg (Imperial) = 50mpg (US)
dirtdreamer50 Posted September 4, 2012 Posted September 4, 2012 Congrats on the new R. Your tank holds almost two gallons less than the RT. That being said, you will probably go close to 180 miles before "reserve". Don't know about you, but my butt needs a rest or stretch long before it's time for gas, especially with the RT tank. Have fun, be safe. tomp dd50 FWIW, I agree with the gauge/ computer statement. Mine is the same. tp
David R Posted September 5, 2012 Author Posted September 5, 2012 Love thee bike. Gauge comes off full at 120 miles. Low fuel light comes on at 220 miles. One bar left on the gauge. I fill it to the top, 5.1 gallons is the most I have put in it. Going to try filling to the neck like the book says. I will see what the gauge does. I been using a trip meter for thirty some years. If that is the only problem I will not take it to a dealer. I did my own 600 mile service. Bike comes with steel braided brake lines. Nice touch.\ David
mbelectric Posted September 5, 2012 Posted September 5, 2012 Since you do your own maintenance, be sure to document it with parts receipts, etc. Just in case a warranty issue arises. MB>
Not so Super Dave Posted November 27, 2012 Posted November 27, 2012 On my 2010RT I usually get 46-49 depends on where I have my wind shield full up I lose about 3mpg Reguards
David R Posted November 27, 2012 Author Posted November 27, 2012 6,000 miles on my 12 R1200R. 45 mpg on a good day. Never less than 40. I ride it pretty good. I have seen 49 mpg, but only a couple of tanks full. Crank the bike up to 80 and forget mileage. It goes south. Like 35 to 40 mpg. David
MTRREF Posted January 25, 2013 Posted January 25, 2013 My 2011 RT generally gets around 45-50mpg on the highway but I've experienced as low as 40mpg and as high as 55mpg. +1 on my 2011RT -- Head wind, or 75mph+ will send the mileage number WAY down!
Deek Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 My 2011 RT generally gets around 45-50mpg on the highway but I've experienced as low as 40mpg and as high as 55mpg. I'm getting just maybe 10% higher on a 2009 RT with about 16k miles. Picking up a new 2013 and hoping to get similar mpg once I've got 10k miles or so.
Deek Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 6,000 miles on my 12 R1200R. 45 mpg on a good day. Never less than 40. I ride it pretty good. I have seen 49 mpg, but only a couple of tanks full. Crank the bike up to 80 and forget mileage. It goes south. Like 35 to 40 mpg. David Using the bike's computer or hand calculated? Mine is higher hand calculated! About 3-4 mpg usually.
tallman Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 Just remember that any calculation needs to be verified by checking the accuracy of the odometer. I've heard.... well, ride a measured mile/use a good GPS etc and see if the odo is spot on. If not?
Deek Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 "...Just remember that any calculation needs to be verified by checking the accuracy of the odometer...." Well yeah, if you care that much! I'm quite happy with the numbers I'm getting with the BC and hand calculated (GPS miles, Gallons added), so not concerned if it's really only 45 or really 48 mpg! Heck, my bladder never lasts an entire gag tank anyway!
mickeym3 Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 Similar mileage here, 45-50 generally, however had a few 55-58! tanks when we cruising out west and just enjoying the scenery. I was amazed...also similar drop when it's cranked up to 80, about the same % drop as with my old Cummings Dually.
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