Fuel Capacity Wise Motor Cycles

Fuel capacity in motorcycles varies widely depending on type, purpose, and design. Here’s a breakdown of motorcycles according to their average fuel tank capacity:


🏍 Small Commuter Motorcycles (70cc – 125cc)

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 8 – 12 liters
  • Examples: Honda CD 70, Yamaha YB 125, Suzuki GD 110
  • Purpose: Daily commuting, fuel efficiency

🏍 Standard / Mid-Range Bikes (150cc – 250cc)

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 12 – 15 liters
  • Examples: Honda CB 150F, Yamaha YBR 125G, Suzuki GS 150
  • Purpose: Comfortable for city + short touring

🏍 Cruiser Motorcycles

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 14 – 20 liters
  • Examples: Honda Rebel 500, Suzuki Intruder, Yamaha Virago
  • Purpose: Long rides, highway cruising

🏍 Adventure / Touring Motorcycles

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 15 – 25 liters (sometimes up to 30L)
  • Examples: BMW GS 1250, Honda Africa Twin, Suzuki V-Strom
  • Purpose: Long-distance touring, off-road + highway

🏍 Sports Bikes

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 14 – 18 liters
  • Examples: Yamaha R1, Kawasaki Ninja 650, Suzuki GSX-R600
  • Purpose: High performance, speed, racing

🏍 Heavy Bikes / Superbikes

  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 16 – 22 liters
  • Examples: Hayabusa, Kawasaki ZX-14R, Honda CBR 1000RR
  • Purpose: High-speed long rides, superbike racing

βœ… Summary:

  • Small bikes: 8–12L
  • Mid-range bikes: 12–15L
  • Cruisers: 14–20L
  • Adventure/Touring: 15–25L
  • Sports/Superbikes: 14–22L