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deftdrummer Rookie Author Chico Posts:12 Points:340 Joined:Nov 2010	Message Posted: Sep 5, 2011 3:28:44 AM Ignore deftdrummer Report Abuse Solution: Ride a motorcycle. Not only would it be safer for all of us current riders, but you'd be surprised at how liberated you feel knowing you don't have a cage around you and that you are saving on gas. Look at all the other countries of the world; motorcycles are everywhere. Here, not so much. Guess American's can't not have a gas guzzling SUV even though "those days are behind us."

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Solution: Ride a motorcycle. Not only would it be safer for all of us current riders, but you'd be surprised at how liberated you feel knowing you don't have a cage around you and that you are saving on gas.

Look at all the other countries of the world; motorcycles are everywhere. Here, not so much. Guess American's can't not have a gas guzzling SUV even though "those days are behind us."

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kinley2 Rookie Author Arkansas Posts:5 Points:7,500 Joined:Dec 2007	Message Posted: Jan 28, 2013 6:24:21 AM Ignore kinley2 Report Abuse Accelerate and break/slow down gradually instead of hard or suddenly.
HotRod10 Champion Author Wyoming Posts:2,291 Points:40,590 Joined:Oct 2006	Message Posted: Jan 25, 2013 5:19:30 PM Ignore HotRod10 Report Abuse I get better mileage in my Geo Metro than most motorcycles, and I can drive it all year 'round without special clothing and equipment.
Snowchoux Champion Author Missouri Posts:1,003 Points:145,635 Joined:Sep 2012	Message Posted: Jan 25, 2013 12:02:05 PM Ignore Snowchoux Report Abuse Hitch-Hike
Houckster Champion Author Atlanta Posts:9,347 Points:693,500 Joined:Sep 2003	Message Posted: Jan 24, 2013 8:16:41 AM Ignore Houckster Report Abuse I suppose this idea by DEFTDRUMMER has some merit if one only seeks to save gas but if one is seeking to save money on transportation, then this idea is dead on arrival. While most people will save on gas with a motorcycle, after paying for the motorcycle, insurance, maintenance, clothing for riding, helmets, and other attendant costs, you're out a lot of money with no hope of recooping it. Motorcycles are fun to ride but they are in no way a solution for reducing the cost of transportation. The rational way to go is to buy the most fuel-efficient car that meets one's needs and then learn how to drive efficiently.
twt Champion Author Virginia Beach Posts:8,756 Points:1,000,110 Joined:Mar 2005	Message Posted: Jan 24, 2013 3:49:05 AM Ignore twt Report Abuse I own a Harley. Been riding, since high school. 40 mpg as apposed to 15 mpg in my p/up.
dgsteven All-Star Author Los Angeles Posts:812 Points:209,825 Joined:Oct 2012	Message Posted: Jan 24, 2013 3:08:14 AM Ignore dgsteven Report Abuse bicycle
sharansri All-Star Author Seattle Posts:538 Points:105,810 Joined:Jan 2013	Message Posted: Jan 23, 2013 7:16:04 PM Ignore sharansri Report Abuse we drive when really required
Mr1lung All-Star Author Phoenix Posts:819 Points:165,125 Joined:Nov 2012	Message Posted: Jan 23, 2013 3:35:57 PM Ignore Mr1lung Report Abuse don't drive
WEPSMAN Champion Author South Dakota Posts:10,518 Points:2,025,450 Joined:Mar 2005	Message Posted: Jan 23, 2013 12:36:27 PM Ignore WEPSMAN Report Abuse Do not drive as much.
BlueberryFocus All-Star Author Rochester Posts:553 Points:128,760 Joined:Feb 2012	Message Posted: Jan 19, 2013 11:14:16 PM Ignore BlueberryFocus Report Abuse I agree with the motorcycle bit... but why not ride that other two wheeled vehicle, a bicycle?
the1roadhog Champion Author Atlanta Posts:9,913 Points:2,058,530 Joined:Jun 2007	Message Posted: Jan 12, 2013 8:26:55 AM Ignore the1roadhog Report Abuse Walk instead
scottmccarrick All-Star Author Boston Posts:771 Points:138,500 Joined:Dec 2012	Message Posted: Jan 12, 2013 6:44:11 AM Ignore scottmccarrick Report Abuse That is so wrong. I have a 1700cc Yamaha and i get 150+ miles per tank [3.9gals] you should check you facts before posting, the 1000s of us that ride are laughing at you
chipote Champion Author Washington Posts:1,274 Points:389,555 Joined:Nov 2010	Message Posted: Jan 12, 2013 2:24:36 AM Ignore chipote Report Abuse I disagree, unless you buy a small motorcycle the savings are little or nothing.
dontuknowOH Champion Author Ohio Posts:2,100 Points:36,605 Joined:Aug 2009	Message Posted: Jan 11, 2013 9:50:21 PM Ignore dontuknowOH Report Abuse Well I love motorcycles,own three,But Texting drivers will Run Over Your Butt,and often don't remember if you were a deer,dog, or a bump in the road! Fuel savings depends on your choice of cycles,pocketbook,ego.... Keeping greater distance IS A GREATER SECRET!
carinthuist Champion Author San Francisco Posts:2,255 Points:332,100 Joined:Mar 2012	Message Posted: Jan 11, 2013 5:24:16 PM Ignore carinthuist Report Abuse dri9ve lower than speed limit on freeway 60miles per hour
GrumpyCat Champion Author Alabama Posts:2,624 Points:791,735 Joined:Jun 2009	Message Posted: Jan 11, 2013 12:05:56 PM Ignore GrumpyCat Report Abuse I have motorcycles. My Prius gets better MPG.
jrferrari All-Star Author Orlando Posts:652 Points:172,590 Joined:Jan 2011	Message Posted: Jan 11, 2013 10:18:04 AM Ignore jrferrari Report Abuse Multiple errands in a single trip and avoid left turns. I wish I lived close enough to bicycle to work, but even if I did I would worry about being stinky all day from sweating.
Hanski All-Star Author Modesto Posts:524 Points:189,785 Joined:Mar 2010	Message Posted: Jan 11, 2013 9:41:03 AM Ignore Hanski Report Abuse plans multiple stops on one trip.
djp071158 All-Star Author Detroit Posts:683 Points:295,925 Joined:May 2012	Message Posted: Jan 11, 2013 5:21:31 AM Ignore djp071158 Report Abuse Car pool and bicycling to work. Carpooling in the winter. Biking in the summer. [Edited by: djp071158 at 1/11/2013 5:22:10 AM EST]
dgsteven All-Star Author Los Angeles Posts:812 Points:209,825 Joined:Oct 2012	Message Posted: Jan 11, 2013 5:01:37 AM Ignore dgsteven Report Abuse carpool
ebink315 Veteran Author Wisconsin Posts:266 Points:212,725 Joined:Oct 2011	Message Posted: Oct 22, 2011 12:15:10 PM Ignore ebink315 Report Abuse I'm too scared. I've never been in a car accident but in a Motorcycle I have a higher chance of fatality. And what do we do when it gets cold?
xtremecheap All-Star Author Arkansas Posts:986 Points:373,100 Joined:Jun 2011	Message Posted: Oct 20, 2011 9:02:07 PM Ignore xtremecheap Report Abuse Tape an egg to the fuel pedal.
PawsVette Champion Author Naples Posts:3,141 Points:694,040 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Oct 14, 2011 12:21:28 AM Ignore PawsVette Report Abuse synthetics...great for economy and lond-term engine/tranny durability
cgleifer Rookie Author Montgomery Posts:6 Points:228,500 Joined:Jan 2011	Message Posted: Oct 12, 2011 10:46:00 AM Ignore cgleifer Report Abuse I'd vote ride a bike
robodogy Rookie Author Maryland Posts:98 Points:28,660 Joined:Aug 2011	Message Posted: Oct 12, 2011 9:46:11 AM Ignore robodogy Report Abuse Using synthetic fluids can both increase fuel economy & reduce wear on affected parts. Cheers.
tacoma32505 Champion Author Pensacola Posts:1,412 Points:511,845 Joined:Sep 2011	Message Posted: Oct 12, 2011 8:04:37 AM Ignore tacoma32505 Report Abuse Maintain your speed and abort takeoff
Cummins2500 Champion Author Iowa Posts:3,128 Points:752,375 Joined:Jan 2007	Message Posted: Oct 11, 2011 4:27:34 PM Ignore Cummins2500 Report Abuse don't drive
bigtexss Sophomore Author Austin Posts:246 Points:44,125 Joined:Oct 2011	Message Posted: Oct 11, 2011 12:53:14 PM Ignore bigtexss Report Abuse the easiest is to not drive.
Susieq60 All-Star Author Columbus Posts:969 Points:128,915 Joined:Sep 2011	Message Posted: Oct 10, 2011 10:09:04 AM Ignore Susieq60 Report Abuse Using speed control helps.
WaWanderer Champion Author Washington Posts:4,354 Points:588,875 Joined:Oct 2011	Message Posted: Oct 8, 2011 10:11:58 AM Ignore WaWanderer Report Abuse Stay home, but that could get stale soon.
SophiaCA Champion Author San Jose Posts:1,727 Points:283,635 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Oct 8, 2011 9:29:05 AM Ignore SophiaCA Report Abuse walk, bicycle, or carpool
tattoo666TX Champion Author Texas Posts:2,567 Points:344,480 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Oct 5, 2011 11:29:57 PM Ignore tattoo666TX Report Abuse Drive slower. Enjoy the ride and the increased fuel mileage.
thuathienhue Champion Author Michigan Posts:3,463 Points:636,265 Joined:Jul 2011	Message Posted: Oct 5, 2011 5:20:37 PM Ignore thuathienhue Report Abuse I ride my bicycle in the summer, to much snow in Northern MI in the winter to do it.
windrifter Rookie Author KW Posts:72 Points:218,460 Joined:Dec 2010	Message Posted: Oct 5, 2011 4:58:12 PM Ignore windrifter Report Abuse Before you go, ask if anyone else needs anything. Plan your route so you can accomplish numerous things in the same trip. eg. music lesson, groceries, gas, supplies, etc.
diesdown Champion Author North Carolina Posts:1,700 Points:513,750 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Oct 5, 2011 4:09:09 PM Ignore diesdown Report Abuse If remain with same vehicles, slow down and keep tires properly inflated.
jonjon57 Champion Author Raleigh Posts:2,452 Points:635,885 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Oct 2, 2011 11:40:30 PM Ignore jonjon57 Report Abuse Walk
SophiaCA Champion Author San Jose Posts:1,727 Points:283,635 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Sep 28, 2011 4:10:23 PM Ignore SophiaCA Report Abuse Carpool
Pete72 Champion Author Toledo Posts:12,579 Points:1,501,080 Joined:Sep 2003	Message Posted: Sep 28, 2011 7:16:35 AM Ignore Pete72 Report Abuse slow down
cheap2010skate Champion Author Tampa Posts:3,806 Points:635,535 Joined:Nov 2009	Message Posted: Sep 27, 2011 10:28:13 AM Ignore cheap2010skate Report Abuse carpool or don't drive at all!
oilpan4 Champion Author Virginia Posts:12,062 Points:306,900 Joined:Jul 2006	Message Posted: Sep 27, 2011 6:06:11 AM Ignore oilpan4 Report Abuse Maybe you should try: http://ecomodder.com/forum/ http://ecomodder.com/wiki/
padrejohn1971 Rookie Author Los Angeles Posts:75 Points:17,930 Joined:Jun 2011	Message Posted: Sep 26, 2011 2:01:25 PM Ignore padrejohn1971 Report Abuse Check your tire pressure. Now that's easy!
SophiaCA Champion Author San Jose Posts:1,727 Points:283,635 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Sep 26, 2011 12:35:05 PM Ignore SophiaCA Report Abuse stay home or ride a bike!
jonjon57 Champion Author Raleigh Posts:2,452 Points:635,885 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Sep 26, 2011 11:13:06 AM Ignore jonjon57 Report Abuse Drive slower.
steelers6 Champion Author Indiana Posts:5,459 Points:1,138,435 Joined:Jan 2010	Message Posted: Sep 26, 2011 9:09:48 AM Ignore steelers6 Report Abuse Don't Drive
padrejohn1971 Rookie Author Los Angeles Posts:75 Points:17,930 Joined:Jun 2011	Message Posted: Sep 26, 2011 8:43:13 AM Ignore padrejohn1971 Report Abuse Ride a bike!
Z12 Champion Author Toledo Posts:3,671 Points:761,715 Joined:Mar 2011	Message Posted: Sep 25, 2011 8:09:39 PM Ignore Z12 Report Abuse Carpool
cheap2010skate Champion Author Tampa Posts:3,806 Points:635,535 Joined:Nov 2009	Message Posted: Sep 25, 2011 12:03:24 PM Ignore cheap2010skate Report Abuse Carpool
the1roadhog Champion Author Atlanta Posts:9,913 Points:2,058,530 Joined:Jun 2007	Message Posted: Sep 25, 2011 6:52:25 AM Ignore the1roadhog Report Abuse Drive less.
lumkat Sophomore Author Philadelphia Posts:117 Points:120,250 Joined:May 2011	Message Posted: Sep 25, 2011 5:36:51 AM Ignore lumkat Report Abuse Yes, motorcycles or scooters are great to save gas. I choose to limit my driving on the weekends, most of the time my car doesn't move between Friday afternoon and Monday morning as so much is within walking distance. I'd bike, but it's much safer to walk where I live.
OhMyGas2011 Rookie Author Quebec City Posts:32 Points:4,370 Joined:Sep 2011	Message Posted: Sep 23, 2011 3:50:36 PM Ignore OhMyGas2011 Report Abuse Compared to motorcycle, riding a bike is even cheaper