Why Super Power 70 is Secretly the King of Fuel Average
Everyone talks about the Honda CD70 and its legendary fuel economy. But there's an underdog that nobody mentions: the Super Power 70. This Chinese bike consistently delivers fuel economy that rivals - and sometimes beats - the mighty CD70. Let me explain why.
The Numbers Don't Lie
I've been tracking fuel consumption on my Super Power 70 for the past 18 months. Here are the real-world results:
City Riding (Heavy Traffic):
- Average: 68-72 km/liter
- Best: 75 km/liter (careful riding)
- Worst: 64 km/liter (aggressive riding)
Highway Riding (60-70 km/h):
- Average: 75-80 km/liter
- Best: 83 km/liter (one memorable Lahore-Faisalabad run)
- Worst: 72 km/liter (strong headwind)
Real-World Fuel Cost Comparison
Let's assume 100 km daily commute and current petrol price of Rs 270/liter:
Super Power 70 (72 km/liter average):
- Daily fuel: 1.39 liters
- Daily cost: Rs 375
- Monthly cost (25 days): Rs 9,375
- Yearly cost: Rs 112,500
Honda CD70 (69 km/liter average):
- Daily fuel: 1.45 liters
- Daily cost: Rs 392
- Monthly cost: Rs 9,800
- Yearly cost: Rs 117,600
Annual savings with Super Power: Rs 5,100
How to Maximize Fuel Economy
1. Maintain Steady Throttle
Avoid constant acceleration and braking. Find your cruising speed (55-60 km/h is optimal) and maintain it.
2. Proper Tire Pressure
Keep front at 28 PSI, rear at 32 PSI. Improves rolling resistance without affecting ride quality.
Final Verdict
The Super Power 70 is genuinely the fuel economy king. It beats the CD70 consistently, costs less to buy (Rs 88,000 vs Rs 130,000), and maintenance is comparable.
If you ride 3,000+ km per month, buy the Super Power 70. The fuel savings alone will cover the purchase price difference within 15 months!
