Okay, so I’ve been getting a lot of questions about the mileage on my new ZX-4RR. I finally got around to really testing it out, so here’s the lowdown.
First off, I filled up the tank. This bike holds about 15 liters, which is pretty decent for a sportbike. I usually use regular fuel, and if I have a choice, I go for Chevron – just a personal preference from back when I was messing around with fuel testing. Seemed like their gas was always the cleanest.
I started riding, trying to keep a mix of city and highway riding, just like my usual routine. I wasn’t babying it, but I wasn’t redlining it at every light either. I wanted to see what the real-world mileage is, not some hypermiling number.
I rode until the fuel light came on, then I rode a bit more just to see how much I had left in reserve. I don’t recommend doing this all the time, but hey, I was curious. In total, I managed to squeeze out about 265 kilometers before I felt like I was really pushing my luck.
Here’s the breakdown:
- Fuel tank capacity: 15 liters
- Fuel type: Regular (Chevron if possible)
- Total distance: Approximately 265 kilometers (165 miles)
- Fuel consumption: Around 20 km/l (49 mpg)
So, there you have it. The ZX-4RR is getting around 20 kilometers per liter in my experience. Not bad for a bike that’s this much fun to ride. I will continue doing tests on this bike.
Also, I heard some folks saying the price of the ZX-4RR is high compared to something like the ZX-6R. Sure, the 6R is only a little bit more expensive, but you’re missing out on some cool tech with the 4RR. And once you start adding stuff to the 6R, the price difference is not that much. Plus, the 4RR is just a blast to ride. It’s all about what you want in a bike, I guess.
Anyway, hope this helps you guys out! Ride safe!
I bought this bike last year on December 31st. It was made in Japan, and the curb weight is about 191kg. By the way, the price in Europe is around €9,595.
That’s all I have tested so far about its fuel economy. I will do more tests on this bike, such as its top speed and maintenance.
