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Old 05-15-2010, 04:20 PM   #49
Sarris
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Re: Rode fine all day, then it died completely no power anyw

This topic has been beaten to death. Do a search for the word "octane" and you'll find a myriad of info like this quote from one of my previous posts.

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Suzuki makes an Asian sub-continent head for the GZ that will run 60 octane, kerosene, deisel, saki, dog shit, etc. I think it's safe to use the cheapest gas possible for the GZ. Now, both my Harley's require 91 octane...... so WTF??

PS: Your Owner's Manual says 87 octane minimum on page #7. No mention of anything else.
Also, please remember that the higher the octane, the LOWER the volatility. That keeps high compression engines from detonating (pinging). I also run 10% ethanol regular without any problems.

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