Honda Claim 3 of the Top 5 Fuel Efficient Motorcycles of 2022
Motorcyclist Magazine just put out a top 5 fuel-efficient motorcycle list, and Honda has 3, including the top spot.
You already know Honda for their quality, but now they can be known for their fuel efficiency. Placing 3 models in Motorcyclist Magazie's Top 5 is certainly noteworthy. Fuel economy is a hot topic these days thanks to escalating fuel prices. Luckily, as enthusiasts are aware, motorcycles can be cost-effective transportation. Even larger three- and four-cylinder bikes can achieve 40 to 50 mpg, which is still far better than the average driver’s crossover. And smaller-displacement single- and two-cylinder engines are often capable of more miles per gallon.
So without further ado, here are the three models that made their Top 5 list in the order of ranking they received.
#1 Ranked - The Honda Grom
This mini motorcycle does a fantastic job at sipping from its 1.6-gallon fuel tank.
The Grom has a mind-boggling 166.5 mpg, but real-world results do vary. Motorcyclist Editor Adam Waheed averaged “only” 98 mpg when he tested the 2022 model. One reader tallied 134 mpg. Honda’s other 125cc single-cylinder-powered mini motos like the Trail 125, Monkey, and Super Cub will likely see similar fuel economy figures. There’s also the 109cc Navi which makes a claimed 110 mpg.
#4 Ranked - CBR500R ABS
The 471cc is a proven commuter-friendly engine with great mpg results.
The sleek CBR500R is a sporty commuter that also delivers impressive fuel economy; the newest model achieved a tested 67 mpg, with one reader claiming their 2013 model hit 62 mpg. Since the naked CB500F and adventure-styled CB500X share the same 471cc engine, riders can choose between a few different flavors of Honda’s fuel-friendly midsize parallel twin.
#5 Ranked - NC750X
Over 50 mpg for a higher-displacement bike like the NC750X is impressive.
During their popular 'MC Commute' review, the NC750X was able to get a noteworthy 53.5 mpg, but some riders have claimed that it can get upwards of 60-plus mpg. Motocyclist wrote: “Settling into 75 mph, the NC spins around 4,500 rpm in top gear, which lends itself to superb fuel economy.” So whether you are highway flogging with the manual transmission or making practical use of the DCT automatic transmission around town, the NC is a great higher-displacement motorcycle for all that and everything in between.
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