1948 Motorcycle Fuel Economy Guide

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

Your guide to motorcycle and scooter fuel economy in MPG and L/100km.
Over 5500 bikes by year, manufacturer and model from 1934 to today.

1948 Motorcycle MPG Fuel Economy Guide
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1948 Motorcycle and Scooter Models

 

Year
Manufacturer
Model
Engine Size (cc) /Cyl
Average MPG
Average L/100km
Source
Ariel
Square Four
997/4
47.5 MPG
4.9 L/100km
Nimbus
Type C
746/4
55.0 MPG
4.3 L/100km

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