To correctly check the mileage on your Royal Enfield Classic 350, you can follow these steps:
Fill up the fuel tank: Ensure that your motorcycle's fuel tank is completely filled up. It's best to do this when the fuel level is low to get an accurate reading.
Note the odometer reading: Take note of the current odometer reading. This is usually displayed on the instrument cluster or dashboard of your bike.
Reset the trip meter: Many motorcycles, including the Royal Enfield Classic 350, have a trip meter feature. Reset the trip meter to zero before you start riding.
Ride under normal conditions: Take your bike for a ride, making sure to ride under typical conditions that you would encounter in your regular usage. Avoid aggressive riding or sudden accelerations, as they can significantly impact fuel efficiency.
Maintain consistency: Try to maintain a consistent speed and avoid unnecessary stops or idling. This helps in getting a more accurate mileage reading.
Refuel and note the fuel quantity: Once you have ridden for a reasonable distance, preferably until the fuel tank is near empty again, visit a petrol station to refill the tank. Note the amount of fuel (in liters) that you put into the tank.
Note the odometer reading again: After refueling, note the new odometer reading displayed on your motorcycle's instrument cluster.
Calculate the mileage: Now, you can calculate the mileage using the following formula:
Mileage = (Odometer reading at refill - Odometer reading at start) / Fuel quantity
For example, if the odometer reading at the start was 5000 km, and at refill, it was 5050 km, and you refilled 10 liters of fuel, the mileage would be (5050 - 5000) / 10 = 5 km/liter.
Repeat for accuracy: To get a more precise and reliable mileage figure, it's recommended to repeat this process over multiple refueling cycles. By averaging the results, you'll get a better estimate of your Royal Enfield Classic 350's mileage.
Remember that riding conditions, traffic, terrain, and your riding style can affect the mileage of your motorcycle. By consistently following this process, you can obtain a more accurate measurement of your bike's fuel efficiency.