2023 Motorcycle Fuel Economy Guide

October 2, 2025 Michael Le Pard MPG Guide, News
2023 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro

2023 Motorcycle and Scooter Models

A guide to motorcycle gas mileage (MPG and L/100km) and efficiency.

2023 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro

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2023 Motorcycle and Scooter Model Data

Year Make Model Engine MPG (US) L/100km Power Seat height Wet weight
2023 Aprilia RS 660 659 cc 54.0 4.4 100 32.3 in 403 lb
2023 Aprilia Tuono 660 659 cc 53.0 4.4 95 32.3 in 403 lb
2023 Aprilia Tuareg 660 659 cc 52.0 4.5 80 33.9 in 449 lb
2023 Aprilia RSV4 1099 cc 37.0 6.4 217 33.0 in 445 lb
2023 Aprilia RSV4 Factory 1099 cc 37.0 6.4 217 33.0 in 445 lb
2023 Benelli Leoncino 125 (EU) 125 cc 95.0 2.5 12 30.7 in 295 lb
2023 Benelli Leoncino 250 (EU) 249 cc 80.0 2.9 25 31.5 in 332 lb
2023 Benelli Leoncino 500 500 cc 64.0 3.7 47 31.5 in 414 lb
2023 Benelli TRK 502 500 cc 63.0 3.7 47 32.8 in 467 lb
2023 Benelli TRK 502X 500 cc 63.0 3.7 47 33.0 in 469 lb
2023 Benelli 752S 754 cc 48.0 4.9 76 31.5 in 485 lb
2023 Benelli Imperiale 400 (EU/IN) 373 cc 75.0 3.1 21 30.7 in 423 lb
2023 BMW G 310 R 313 cc 70.0 3.4 34 30.9 in 362 lb
2023 BMW G 310 GS 313 cc 68.0 3.5 34 32.9 in 386 lb
2023 BMW F 750 GS 853 cc 57.0 4.1 77 32.1 in 493 lb
2023 BMW F 850 GS 853 cc 55.0 4.3 90 33.9 in 504 lb
2023 BMW F 850 GS Adventure 853 cc 53.0 4.4 90 35.0 in 538 lb
2023 BMW F 900 R 895 cc 50.0 4.7 99 32.7 in 465 lb
2023 BMW F 900 XR 895 cc 49.0 4.8 99 32.5 in 483 lb
2023 BMW R nineT 1170 cc 48.0 4.9 109 31.3 in 487 lb
2023 BMW R nineT Scrambler 1170 cc 47.0 5.0 109 32.3 in 492 lb
2023 BMW R 1250 R 1254 cc 49.0 4.8 136 32.7 in 527 lb
2023 BMW R 1250 RS 1254 cc 49.0 4.8 136 32.3 in 536 lb
2023 BMW R 1250 GS 1254 cc 45.0 5.2 136 33.5 in 549 lb
2023 BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 1254 cc 43.0 5.5 136 35.0 in 591 lb
2023 BMW S 1000 RR 999 cc 41.0 5.7 205 32.4 in 434 lb
2023 BMW S 1000 XR 999 cc 44.0 5.3 165 33.1 in 492 lb
2023 BMW M 1000 R 999 cc 39.0 6.0 205 33.1 in 438 lb
2023 BMW M 1000 RR 999 cc 39.0 6.0 212 32.8 in 423 lb
2023 BMW K 1600 GT 1649 cc 37.0 6.4 160 31.9 in 758 lb
2023 BMW K 1600 GTL 1649 cc 36.0 6.5 160 29.5 in 802 lb
2023 BMW K 1600 B 1649 cc 37.0 6.4 160 30.7 in 741 lb
2023 BMW K 1600 Grand America 1649 cc 36.0 6.5 160 29.5 in 802 lb
2023 Ducati Monster (937) 937 cc 50.0 4.7 111 32.3 in 366 lb
2023 Ducati Monster SP 937 cc 49.0 4.8 111 33.1 in 366 lb
2023 Ducati Multistrada V2 937 cc 49.0 4.8 113 32.7 in 489 lb
2023 Ducati Multistrada V2 S 937 cc 48.0 4.9 113 32.7 in 496 lb
2023 Ducati Multistrada V4 1158 cc 42.0 5.6 170 33.1 in 529 lb
2023 Ducati Multistrada V4 S 1158 cc 41.0 5.7 170 33.1 in 542 lb
2023 Ducati Multistrada V4 Rally 1158 cc 40.0 5.9 170 34.7 in 559 lb
2023 Ducati Panigale V2 955 cc 45.0 5.2 155 32.7 in 441 lb
2023 Ducati Panigale V4 1103 cc 37.0 6.4 214 33.1 in 430 lb
2023 Ducati Panigale V4 S 1103 cc 37.0 6.4 214 33.1 in 430 lb
2023 Ducati Panigale V4 SP2 1103 cc 36.0 6.5 214 33.1 in 429 lb
2023 Ducati Streetfighter V2 955 cc 44.0 5.3 153 32.7 in 441 lb
2023 Ducati Streetfighter V4 1103 cc 36.0 6.5 208 33.1 in 443 lb
2023 Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 1103 cc 36.0 6.5 208 33.1 in 443 lb
2023 Ducati Diavel V4 1158 cc 40.0 5.9 168 31.1 in 491 lb
2023 Ducati DesertX 937 cc 47.0 5.0 110 34.4 in 445 lb
2023 Ducati Scrambler Icon (New Gen) 803 cc 52.0 4.5 73 31.4 in 417 lb
2023 Ducati Scrambler Nightshift (New Gen) 803 cc 51.0 4.6 73 31.4 in 421 lb
2023 Ducati Scrambler Full Throttle (New Gen) 803 cc 51.0 4.6 73 31.4 in 417 lb
2023 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Dark Pro 1079 cc 47.0 5.0 86 31.8 in 465 lb
2023 Ducati Scrambler 1100 Sport Pro 1079 cc 46.0 5.1 86 31.8 in 465 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Nightster 975 cc 49.0 4.8 90 27.8 in 481 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Nightster Special 975 cc 48.0 4.9 90 27.8 in 483 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Sportster S 1252 cc 44.0 5.3 121 29.6 in 502 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Softail Standard 1746 cc 42.0 5.6 87 25.8 in 655 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Street Bob 114 1868 cc 40.0 5.9 100 26.8 in 655 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Low Rider S 1868 cc 39.0 6.0 100 28.0 in 679 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Low Rider ST 1868 cc 39.0 6.0 100 28.0 in 720 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Fat Bob 114 1868 cc 39.0 6.0 100 27.7 in 676 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Heritage Classic 114 1868 cc 42.0 5.6 94 26.3 in 728 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Road King Special 1868 cc 42.0 5.6 93 26.4 in 807 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Street Glide Special 1868 cc 42.0 5.6 93 27.4 in 827 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Road Glide Special 1868 cc 42.0 5.6 93 27.4 in 846 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Road Glide Limited 1868 cc 41.0 5.7 93 28.9 in 932 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Ultra Limited 1868 cc 41.0 5.7 93 28.9 in 917 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson CVO Street Glide 1923 cc 39.0 6.0 105 27.4 in 866 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson CVO Road Glide 1923 cc 39.0 6.0 105 27.4 in 884 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson CVO Road Glide Limited 1923 cc 38.0 6.2 115 28.9 in 963 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Pan America 1250 1252 cc 43.0 5.5 150 31.1 in 559 lb
2023 Harley‑Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 1252 cc 42.0 5.6 150 31.1 in 569 lb
2023 Honda CB750 Hornet (EU/UK) 755 cc 55.0 4.3 90 31.5 in 419 lb
2023 Honda XL750 Transalp (EU/UK) 755 cc 54.0 4.4 90 33.5 in 459 lb
2023 Honda CBR500R 471 cc 71.0 3.3 47 30.9 in 423 lb
2023 Honda CB500X 471 cc 70.0 3.4 47 32.7 in 439 lb
2023 Honda CB650R 649 cc 52.0 4.5 94 31.9 in 447 lb
2023 Honda CBR650R 649 cc 52.0 4.5 94 31.9 in 454 lb
2023 Honda CB1000R Black Edition 998 cc 44.0 5.3 143 32.7 in 470 lb
2023 Honda Rebel 300 286 cc 78.0 3.0 27 27.2 in 364 lb
2023 Honda Rebel 500 471 cc 70.0 3.4 47 27.2 in 408 lb
2023 Honda Rebel 1100 (Manual) 1084 cc 46.0 5.1 86 27.5 in 487 lb
2023 Honda Rebel 1100 (DCT) 1084 cc 45.0 5.2 86 27.5 in 509 lb
2023 Honda CRF300L 286 cc 76.0 3.1 27 34.7 in 309 lb
2023 Honda CRF300L Rally 286 cc 74.0 3.2 27 35.2 in 331 lb
2023 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin (Manual) 1084 cc 47.0 5.0 101 33.5 in 505 lb
2023 Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin (DCT) 1084 cc 46.0 5.1 101 33.5 in 524 lb
2023 Honda Gold Wing 1833 cc 42.0 5.6 125 29.3 in 804 lb
2023 Honda Gold Wing Tour 1833 cc 41.0 5.7 125 29.3 in 842 lb
2023 Honda PCX160 157 cc 100.0 2.4 15 30.1 in 289 lb
2023 Honda ADV150 149 cc 98.0 2.4 14 31.3 in 294 lb
2023 Honda Ruckus 49 cc 114.0 2.1 4 28.9 in 194 lb
2023 Honda Metropolitan 49 cc 117.0 2.0 4 28.3 in 179 lb
2023 Honda Grom 125 124 cc 134.0 1.8 9 30.0 in 227 lb
2023 Honda Monkey 125 124 cc 133.0 1.8 9 30.6 in 231 lb
2023 Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 373 cc 71.0 3.3 44 31.9 in 335 lb
2023 Husqvarna Norden 901 Expedition 889 cc 48.0 4.9 105 34.4 in 503 lb
2023 Indian Scout Rogue 1133 cc 41.0 5.7 100 25.6 in 551 lb
2023 Indian Chief 1890 cc 41.0 5.7 92 26.0 in 670 lb
2023 Indian Chief Bobber 1890 cc 40.0 5.9 92 26.0 in 694 lb
2023 Indian Chief Dark Horse 1890 cc 39.0 6.0 92 26.0 in 685 lb
2023 Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse 1890 cc 39.0 6.0 92 26.0 in 694 lb
2023 Indian Super Chief 1890 cc 40.0 5.9 92 26.2 in 739 lb
2023 Indian Super Chief Limited 1890 cc 39.0 6.0 92 26.2 in 739 lb
2023 Indian Scout 1133 cc 42.0 5.6 100 25.6 in 561 lb
2023 Indian Scout Bobber 1133 cc 41.0 5.7 100 25.6 in 554 lb
2023 Indian Challenger 1768 cc 41.0 5.7 122 26.0 in 831 lb
2023 Indian Challenger Dark Horse 1768 cc 40.0 5.9 122 26.0 in 840 lb
2023 Indian Pursuit Limited 1768 cc 40.0 5.9 122 26.5 in 912 lb
2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400 399 cc 61.0 3.9 47 30.9 in 366 lb
2023 Kawasaki Ninja 650 649 cc 52.0 4.5 67 31.1 in 423 lb
2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX‑6R 636 cc 44.0 5.3 128 32.7 in 430 lb
2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX‑10R 998 cc 38.0 6.2 200 32.9 in 456 lb
2023 Kawasaki Z400 ABS 399 cc 61.0 3.9 47 30.9 in 364 lb
2023 Kawasaki Z650 649 cc 54.0 4.3 67 31.1 in 410 lb
2023 Kawasaki Z900 948 cc 42.0 5.6 123 31.3 in 463 lb
2023 Kawasaki Versys 650 649 cc 52.0 4.5 67 33.1 in 476 lb
2023 Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE LT+ 1043 cc 40.0 5.9 120 33.1 in 566 lb
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan S 649 cc 53.0 4.4 61 27.8 in 498 lb
2023 Kawasaki KLR650 Adventure 652 cc 54.0 4.4 40 34.3 in 487 lb
2023 Kawasaki KLX230 233 cc 76.0 3.1 20 34.8 in 291 lb
2023 Kawasaki KLX300 292 cc 70.0 3.4 33 35.0 in 302 lb
2023 Kawasaki KLX300SM 292 cc 69.0 3.4 33 33.9 in 304 lb
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic 903 cc 50.0 4.7 50 26.8 in 610 lb
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Vaquero 1700 cc 40.0 5.9 82 28.7 in 844 lb
2023 Kawasaki Vulcan 1700 Voyager 1700 cc 39.0 6.0 82 28.7 in 895 lb
2023 Kawasaki Z H2 998 cc supercharged 36.0 6.5 197 32.7 in 527 lb
2023 Kawasaki Ninja ZX‑14R ABS 1441 cc 36.0 6.5 200 31.5 in 593 lb
2023 KTM 390 Duke 373 cc 70.0 3.4 44 32.3 in 328 lb
2023 KTM RC 390 373 cc 69.0 3.4 44 32.3 in 324 lb
2023 KTM 790 Duke 799 cc 52.0 4.5 95 32.5 in 414 lb
2023 KTM 890 Duke R 889 cc 49.0 4.8 121 32.8 in 405 lb
2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke R 1301 cc 38.0 6.2 177 32.9 in 430 lb
2023 KTM 1290 Super Duke RR 1301 cc 37.0 6.4 180 33.1 in 413 lb
2023 KTM 390 Adventure 373 cc 68.0 3.5 44 33.6 in 379 lb
2023 KTM 890 Adventure 889 cc 50.0 4.7 105 33.5 in 464 lb
2023 KTM 890 Adventure R 889 cc 49.0 4.8 105 34.6 in 468 lb
2023 KTM 1290 Super Adventure S 1301 cc 39.0 6.0 160 33.5 in 540 lb
2023 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R 1301 cc 38.0 6.2 160 34.6 in 542 lb
2023 KTM 1290 Super Adventure R Rally 1301 cc 37.0 6.4 160 35.0 in 546 lb
2023 KYMCO K‑Pipe 125 123 cc 95.0 2.5 8 31.0 in 224 lb
2023 KYMCO Agility 125 125 cc 95.0 2.5 9 30.7 in 233 lb
2023 KYMCO Agility 50 49 cc 110.0 2.1 4 30.7 in 203 lb
2023 KYMCO Like 150i 149 cc 90.0 2.6 13 30.5 in 264 lb
2023 KYMCO X‑Town 300i ABS 276 cc 72.0 3.3 24 30.7 in 400 lb
2023 KYMCO AK 550i ABS 550 cc 60.0 3.9 53 31.1 in 484 lb
2023 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone 853 cc 52.0 4.5 65 30.7 in 481 lb
2023 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber 853 cc 48.0 4.9 65 30.9 in 463 lb
2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 853 cc 52.0 4.5 80 32.7 in 505 lb
2023 Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 1042 cc 47.0 5.0 115 32.1 in 514 lb
2023 MV Agusta Brutale 800 Rosso 798 cc 42.0 5.6 110 32.7 in 385 lb
2023 MV Agusta Dragster RR SCS 798 cc 41.0 5.7 140 33.1 in 370 lb
2023 MV Agusta Superveloce 800 798 cc 43.0 5.5 148 32.3 in 381 lb
2023 MV Agusta Turismo Veloce Lusso 798 cc 47.0 5.0 110 33.5 in 427 lb
2023 Norton Commando 961 SP 961 cc 45.0 5.2 80 31.0 in 456 lb
2023 Norton V4SV 1200 cc 35.0 6.7 185 32.3 in 425 lb
2023 Piaggio Liberty 50 49 cc 115.0 2.0 4 30.7 in 220 lb
2023 Piaggio Liberty 150 155 cc 90.0 2.6 13 30.7 in 260 lb
2023 Piaggio BV400 399 cc 68.0 3.5 35 31.1 in 390 lb
2023 Royal Enfield Hunter 350 349 cc 85.0 2.8 20 31.1 in 400 lb
2023 Royal Enfield Scram 411 411 cc 70.0 3.4 24 31.3 in 407 lb
2023 Royal Enfield Classic 350 349 cc 85.0 2.8 20 31.7 in 430 lb
2023 Royal Enfield Meteor 350 349 cc 85.0 2.8 20 30.1 in 421 lb
2023 Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 648 cc 70.0 3.4 47 31.1 in 445 lb
2023 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 648 cc 70.0 3.4 47 31.7 in 445 lb
2023 Suzuki GSX250R ABS 248 cc 76.0 3.1 24 31.1 in 392 lb
2023 Suzuki SV650 645 cc 73.0 3.2 75 30.9 in 437 lb
2023 Suzuki GSX‑8S 776 cc 52.0 4.5 82 31.9 in 445 lb
2023 Suzuki V‑Strom 800DE 776 cc 51.0 4.6 82 33.7 in 507 lb
2023 Suzuki GSX‑S1000 999 cc 42.0 5.6 150 31.9 in 472 lb
2023 Suzuki GSX‑R1000R 999 cc 42.0 5.6 199 32.5 in 448 lb
2023 Suzuki V‑Strom 650XT Adventure 645 cc 61.0 3.9 70 32.9 in 476 lb
2023 Suzuki V‑Strom 1050DE 1037 cc 46.0 5.1 106 33.7 in 545 lb
2023 Suzuki Burgman 400 ABS 400 cc 60.0 3.9 31 29.7 in 481 lb
2023 Triumph Bonneville T100 900 cc 61.0 3.9 64 31.1 in 503 lb
2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 1200 cc 52.0 4.5 80 31.1 in 494 lb
2023 Triumph Bonneville T120 Chrome Edition 1200 cc 52.0 4.5 80 31.1 in 494 lb
2023 Triumph Bonneville Bobber Chrome Edition 1200 cc 50.0 4.7 77 27.2 in 553 lb
2023 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 1200 cc 50.0 4.7 96 31.8 in 476 lb
2023 Triumph Thruxton RS 1200 cc 50.0 4.7 103 31.9 in 454 lb
2023 Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro 888 cc 47.0 5.0 94 31.9 in 423 lb
2023 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro 1160 cc 43.0 5.5 148 34.5 in 547 lb
2023 Ural Gear Up Expedition 749 cc 35.0 6.7 41 31.5 in 730 lb
2023 Vespa Primavera 150 155 cc 95.0 2.5 13 30.7 in 258 lb
2023 Vespa GTS 300 Super 278 cc 70.0 3.4 23 31.1 in 352 lb
2023 Yamaha YZF‑R7 689 cc 54.0 4.4 72 32.9 in 414 lb
2023 Yamaha MT‑07 689 cc 58.0 4.1 74 31.7 in 403 lb
2023 Yamaha MT‑09 890 cc 44.0 5.3 117 32.3 in 425 lb
2023 Yamaha YZF‑R3 321 cc 56.0 4.2 42 30.7 in 368 lb
2023 Yamaha XSR900 890 cc 44.0 5.3 117 31.9 in 425 lb
2023 Zero DSR/X Electric 100.0 2.4 100 hp equiv. 32.6 in 544 lb
2023 Zero Zero S ZF7.2 Electric 88.0 2.7 46 hp equiv. 31.8 in 313 lb
2023 Zero Zero S ZF14.4 Electric 110.0 2.1 60 hp equiv. 31.8 in 414 lb
2023 Zero Zero SR ZF14.4 Electric 109.0 2.1 70 hp equiv. 31.8 in 419 lb
2023 Zero Zero SR/F Electric 100.0 2.4 110 hp equiv. 31.0 in 485 lb
2023 Zero Zero SR/S Electric 100.0 2.4 110 hp equiv. 31.0 in 505 lb
2023 Zero Zero FX ZF3.6 Electric 70.0 3.4 27 hp equiv. 34.7 in 289 lb
2023 Zero Zero FX ZF7.2 Electric 90.0 2.6 44 hp equiv. 34.7 in 293 lb
2023 Zero Zero FXS ZF3.6 Electric 72.0 3.3 27 hp equiv. 32.9 in 293 lb
2023 Zero Zero FXS ZF7.2 Electric 92.0 2.6 44 hp equiv. 32.9 in 293 lb

 

 

2023 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro

2023 Best & Worst Fuel Economy Performers

Category Model MPG (US) L/100km
Best Overall (Gas) Honda Grom 125 134 1.8
Best Scooter Honda Metropolitan 50 117 2.0
Best Electric Zero S ZF14.4 110 (MPGe) 2.1
Best Middleweight Yamaha MT‑07 58 4.1
Worst Cruiser Harley‑Davidson CVO Road Glide Limited 38 6.2
Worst Sportbike Kawasaki Ninja ZX‑14R 36 6.5

2023 Motorcycle MPG Myth‑Busters

  • Myth: New emissions rules always reduce MPG.
    Busted: 2023 Euro 5+ compliant bikes like the Ducati Monster SP and Yamaha R7 still deliver mid‑50s MPG.
  • Myth: Electric ADV bikes don’t exist.
    Busted: Zero DSR/X launched in 2023 as a true electric adventure bike with 100 MPGe.
  • Myth: Big touring bikes can’t be efficient.
    Busted: Honda Gold Wing Tour still returns ~41 MPG despite 1833 cc displacement.
  • Myth: Retro bikes are outdated tech.
    Busted: Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Triumph Speed Twin 1200 blend classic looks with modern efficiency.

 

 

2023 Fuel‑Saving Strategies

  • 🛠️ Maintenance: Keep tires inflated, chains lubed, and filters clean for peak efficiency.
  • 🧠 Ride smarter: Smooth throttle, steady speeds, and early upshifts save the most fuel.
  • 📦 Pack light: Reduce luggage drag; use compact soft bags for trips.
  • ⚡ Electrics: Plan routes around charging hubs; use regenerative braking in urban riding.
  • 🎯 Model choice: 300–700 cc standards and ADV midsize bikes remain the MPG sweet spot.

 

 

2023 Motorcycle MPG Guide Summary

Explore the most fuel‑efficient motorcycles and scooters of 2023. From new models like the Ducati Diavel V4, Honda Hornet 750 (EU), Yamaha XSR900, Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Pro, and Zero DSR/X to proven commuters like the Honda Grom, Yamaha MT‑07, and Suzuki V‑Strom, our 2023 MPG guide compares gas mileage, L/100km, power, weight, and seat heights across USA, Canada, UK, Europe, Australia, and Japan. Use it to save fuel, cut costs, and ride smarter.

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Michael Le Pard

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