There are many fantastic reasons to own a motorcycle. The sheer joy alone would be reason enough, riding in the sun with the wind breezing through your hair. Sounds like a little slice of heaven with Apple pie on the side. However, motorcycles also offer amazing fuel efficiency, giving you a nice break from your gas guzzling Ford Windstar. Most bikes get at the minimum of at least 50 MPG, and can go into the 100+ range.

If you want to keep your fuel efficiency up, or make the most out of it during the holiday season, here are some tips that will keep more money in your wallet and out of the oil industries pockets.

1: Purchase a bike that has amazing fuel efficiency

This is the easy one right out of the gate. To get a great head start, do some research and purchase a bike that has some great fuel economy. The Honda Grom gets 125 MPG out of the gate, and most 300 models get 75+. So that's the easiest way and fastest to get a head start on the savings. 

2: Check tire pressure

You wanna make sure your tires are always at the recommended PSI. Sometimes, I'll catch myself eye balling it and assuming the tires are good. The problem is, even if the tire pressure is off by even a pound, it affects your fuel economy. Take the extra 30 seconds and make sure your PSI is good. It will also improve the life of your tires, and trust me, motorcycle tires are priced like premium gold. 

3: Take care of the engine. (And other maintenance) 

Pretend your engine is your heart. If your arteries are all clogged from all those Big Macs and Whopper Sandwiches, that means your heart has to work 10 times harder just to survive and run. Your engine is no different. Keep it clean by changing your oil regularly, using premium fuel, adding fuel additives, and changing your filters. You'll not only save money immediately from the gas, but over time from decreasing the probably of mechanical issues. 

4: Watch the weight. 

Weight affects motorcycles much different than cars. This means that if you install heavier mods, add saddle bags, or are a heavy set person, your fuel efficiency will be negatively affected. So if you are noticing a drop off in your MPG, try hitting the gym or taking some of the weight off the back. 

5: Drive it like you own it, not stole it. 

This one is a buzz kill, I get it. However, it is probably and arguably the most important one. Take it easy on the throttle. The faster you accelerate, and more you open the throttle up, the more gas you are going to use. Sometimes, just enjoy the ride. Drive a little more conservatively to save gallons and gallons of gasoline.

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