I just got back from a 600 mile trip through the lost coast (Northern CA). Mostly paved, but with a 50 mile section on Usal Rd. This a forresty access road. We had some recent rain, which made a few sections interesting. I averaged only 36 mpg through this section. Luckily only 15 % was truly muddy. The rest of the trip was highway or paved mountain roads, and I averaged about 43 to 47 mpg. I have the 5.2 gal acerbic tank as well. So far it has been enough. Look into happy trail ( www.happy-trails.com) for racks and luggage. excellent service and excellent products. I have the luggage rack and the highway pegs. The pegs offer some extra comfort on the road and offer some crash protection as well.I have the Moose full coverage bash plate from Baja Designs as well. ( www.bajadesigns.com) Another good company, got the tank from them. Good luck and keep the info coming!
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