2024 KTM/Husky TBI Fuel Economy - Pushing The Limits 

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Thanks. The mileage on these bikes is not ideal that's for sure.

If you buy the tank for the TE,XCW you don't have to remove the tank. Why would you want to delete the oil injection ?

​@@williamcrotts7054 Good question and thanks for asking - You want to delete that cheap injection system because they are not dependable and when that little cheap oil pump goes out you fry your motor (bottom end especially). If you premix your fuel you never have to worry about the cheap pump or something else failing like that 2 cent transfer tube. Also, the Acerbis tanks for the XCW or TE are limited and lots of places don't carry them, but you can get the one that fits the XC. I hope that helps.

@@onthethrottle7104 I had no problem getting the tank for my XCW, Slavens has them in stock. I've owned 2 TPI's and 1 TBI and I've had zero problems with injection and know of no one who has had a problem, and my dealer is the largest in the western United States .

Premix is definitely safer but I feel the oil injection system is reliable. I also like it because I only need to bring one jerry can of fuel for both the tbi and the 4t.

@@PNWEnduro No doubt it's easier not to mix fuel. The oil injection has gotten more reliable although they still use the same $100 injector motor. FYI, take a flashlight and look at where your injector motor is located, look real closely. 9 out of 10 new bikes have small leaks at the fittings, especially where the little rubber 90 comes off the injector motor.

The 10L (2.6gal) tanks would probably be enough for most rides on these bikes. I know the TM TBI bikes can be ordered with a bigger thank and they look nice and are not overly bulky.

That's what the aftermarket is for isn't it? We're racing the baja 400 on one of these with a 4g tank. Should be plenty of fuel I think.

I don’t but Noah did on this ride and his mileage was the same as mine.

You must barely twisting the throttle! These new TBi's are junk, I get 40 miles on a tank before the fuel light comes on and then it's playing how can I get the rest of the fuel up into the fuel pump area!

@@user-sw7pz9uh5s You must be doing your twisting on relatively smooth ground. Last ride I got it down to having 3cm (just over an inch) of fuel in the left lobe after the ride and no signs of fuel starvation.

@@rehepeks LOL, yeah right! I'm riding hard and when the fuel light comes on it gives me pause and then I have to do wheelies etc. and try to get more fuel into the rezy. I'm not the only one, lots of guys tell the same story! Good luck to U, but I'm out and not for just the fuel reasons. THe chassis gives way more feedback into your body compared to the old frame. KTM went backwards on this one.

Thanks, I'll try to think about that next time!

I believe Tech Enduro on this ride had the TSP Map but stock head, no noticeable difference in fuel economy with that.

@@PNWEnduro - My 2024 was running very rich with the stock map. It had an annoying rich burble down low at partial throttle. That's why changing to the TSP Map made a big difference...

Maybe ours came with updated mapping, I’m very happy with the throttle response. Of course there is always room for improvement.

TokyoOffroad, that is interesting information to say the least. I wondered how rich the stock mapping was but wow, didn't think the upgraded head and map would make that much difference. Great to know, thank you.

@TokyoOffroad I saw your video where you mentioned the mileage improvement. Then I see where @PNWEnduro rode the exact same trail on the exact same day against a TSP tune and got the exact same mileage. You guys aren't helping my dilemma any 😂 I used TPITuning on my TE, and best I can tell, my economy stayed the same as stock, around 25mpg. I do like the way it runs better, I feel like it REALLY woke the top end up. White map feels like the stock green map, and the new green map is spirited! I also copied Dirt Bike TV and modified/installed an XC head insert, that seemed to be beneficial also, a little crisper everywhere, even warmup seems noticeably improved, no mileage gain though. I have the TSP PV cover sitting on my bench waiting for install. I ride mostly at 6k-7k foot elevation, go up to 12k on occasion.

Put a Smart Carb 2 on your carburated KTM and you'll get even slightly better mileage.

Over 70 easy but the fuel tank capacity is 28% more.

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I wonder how much the different gearing changes fuel range. None of us are getting 70 miles on a tank, 805 had 13/51 I think it is and TechEnduro and I are on stock 13/45.

Man, I have no idea how you’re getting 70 miles out of a tank unless it’s downhill both ways!

There’s always that one guy who has a ‘special’ bike. Travis loves to brag about his magic bike and skills. Nothing stops this guy!

@@Atomic173 dam right nothing stops me. Including the imaginary fuel pickup issue as well. I really must have got a magic bike. Here I am 117 abused hours and smile ear to ear. But yea. I only brag. 🤣

@@MrDirtrdr22 your words… give it a rest already

Noah had the tsp erm mapping on this ride and his mileage was the same as mine.

@@PNWEnduro this is the nugget I came for!

With the larger tank, all the extra fuel is carried up high so it would not make a difference with the fuel pump. It's not an issue when you are in the trails anyway, only if you are on a road when getting low on fuel. Personally, I'd rather just carry fuel bottles and not buy a large tank.

@@PNWEnduro Yeah I actually ordered the straps you use, thanks for the suggestion.

I've seen comparisons where the IMS tank does not work well with the stock fuel pump but the Acerbis tanks and the way it is designed works great. The IMS tank hangs super low on one side and the fuel gets trapped real low.

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@@PNWEnduro thanks! What size are yours?

Font fender straps, don't think they come in different sizes.

You are not low on fuel when the fuel light comes on, you still have 40% left at that point, as long as you are on trails, fuel will get into the reservoir. People assume low fuel light means you are almost out but it's not the case on these bikes. I like the new chassis better than the old one, personal preference.

@@PNWEnduro Not mine, I had about 4 fingers left in the left side tank. SO maybe 5 to 10 more miles. Good luck, but I'm out. KTM went backwards...

No, they were coasting to conserve fuel to make it back to the trucks. Bikes would still fire up no problem. 60 is okay for my local rides but in the mountains in the summer it’s not quite enough.

I agree!!!!

I was one of the other bikes. You can burn much more into it than 1/4 left. Was actually surprising it was still running with the pickup in the middle of the tank now. This would only be a problem if you were riding on a flat road where the gas couldn't splash around. 60 miles was ok for me without adding fuel and not coasting. I bring gas but just dump it in as soon as there's space in the tank not a huge issue and cheaper than an aftermarket tank

Yep, same with my 2023 Sherco 300SEF. Four strokes have a big advantage when it comes to mileage.

I used to run a bottle on my 06 ktm300 til one day a rock thrown from a bike ahead of me burst it all over me! Never again.

Yes, I’m looking for a good alternative that will carry 1.5L in one bottle.

I do the same… Running the MSR camp stove, fuel bottles 1 L each. O-ring seal on the cap so they never leak at all.

Stock gearing 13/45.

Yes we realized that after going all the way down the other side. Next time I’ll ride it the other way for sure.

@PNWEnduro ouch. Yeah it not on most maps. Still a good workout to go down then back up

My 300 four stroke gets great mileage and I’ll take it on 90% of the trails I’d take the 2t on. I love both but if I had to choose just one it’d be the two stroke.

4 strokes are awesome. Just 2 strokes are in a trend

I think you miss spelled "are the ultimate racing engine"

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Like mentioned in the video the fuel capacity is 15% less on these vs the carb models, this will contribute to the range. 1125 hours, that's impressive!

True on the tank....I think my stock is 2.7 gal. Although I have a 4 gal. tank for big trips. Yea its been a perfect bike. Original crank and cylinder....which is hard to believe. Lol

All good so far in my area, lots of rain in June.

Oregon is silly about that. Pretty uncommon for riding to get shut down in WA during summer.