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10% Ethanol???
More & more stations around here have removed their "Up To 10% Ethanol" signs and have posted warnings of "10% Ethanol" instead.
I've heard ethanol generates less heat in combustion and my cage MPG is noticeably lower when I fuel at those stations. I remember it being a big deal in the automotive circles when it first started appearing with the Big 3 all issuing warnings about ethanol possibly eating seats and seals out of fuel systems.
Does anybody know if 10% Ethanol poses any problems for 98+ Kats or the new GSXFs???
Please advise.
THANKS!
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Originally posted by roosed View PostMore & more stations around here have removed their "Up To 10% Ethanol" signs and have posted warnings of "10% Ethanol" instead.
I've heard ethanol generates less heat in combustion and my cage MPG is noticeably lower when I fuel at those stations. I remember it being a big deal in the automotive circles when it first started appearing with the Big 3 all issuing warnings about ethanol possibly eating seats and seals out of fuel systems.
Does anybody know if 10% Ethanol poses any problems for 98+ Kats or the new GSXFs???
Please advise.
THANKS!
I for one would love to convert a bike to run on strictly ethanol, except that it's not real easy to find it at the pump.Any and all statements by Loudnlow7484 are merely his own opinions, and not necessarily the opinion of Katriders.com. Anything suggested by him is to be followed at your own risk, and may result in serious injury or death. Responses from this member have previously been attributed to all of the following: depression, insomnia, nausea, suicidal tendencies, and panic. Please consult a mental health professional before reading any post by Loudnlow7484.
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Originally posted by fredcole View Posti run 110 turbo blue in my 600 kat
Love working at a airport.
Edit: an airport LOLLast edited by Rok_Stars_Bars; 08-03-2008, 09:22 PM.sigpic
Update Jul 11 2014
Done finally road worthy, Huge difference in looks compare to the pic in my SIG. Will update everything soon.
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89 octane with 10% ethanol. The big scare when it first came out was if you started using ethanol on an older car, it would actually clean it out and knocking off the rust scales in the fuel lines. This led to the fear it ruined engines. Truth being it did hurt them by cleaning them. I usually only ethanol blend because it's cheaper by a few cents and I get decent mileage. (1997 grand am 2.4 with 218k miles engine still strong)Must read for carb tuners......http://www.factorypro.com/tech/tech_...m_engines.html
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Definitely 87, sure.. some manuals for bikes and even cars say to use a higher grade fuel but I can't tell you how many articles on CNN or ConsumerReports.org say that it is a complete waste of money. Maybe I'd go higher up the scale if gas was still $.99 cents, til then, money in your pocket speaking, it defeats the purpose of riding your bike vs. a car!
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I run 93 also since it seems to be abit more smooth; but I think it's all in the mind, lol!sigpic
"You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you."
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I run the Hi test whatever that is.
93 I guess.Most expensive but whatever with the millage it's not a concern.2000 Kat 600
2001 Dodge Dakota 287
sigpicOriginally posted by sportn1200As my Moma always said that is why they make chocolate and vanillia peoples taste are different.
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