Fuel Range Calculator
Calculate how far you can go on a full tank. Works for motorcycles, cars, 4WDs and anything with a fuel tank.
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Check your owner's manual or measure over a few tanks for your real-world figure.
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Planning Fuel Stops in Australia
Knowing your fuel range is critical for touring in Australia, especially on a motorcycle. Fuel stations in outback and remote areas can be 200 to 400km apart, and some stretches like the Nullarbor, the Stuart Highway, and the Savannah Way have gaps of 300km or more between fuel. Running out of fuel in 45 degree heat hundreds of kilometres from help is genuinely dangerous.
How to Measure Your Real Fuel Consumption
Manufacturer figures are measured in lab conditions and rarely match real-world riding. The most accurate way to measure your actual consumption is to fill your tank completely, reset your trip meter, ride normally until you need fuel, fill up again, and divide the litres used by the kilometres ridden, then multiply by 100. Do this over 3 to 4 tanks to get a reliable average. Factors like headwinds, luggage weight, speed, and altitude all affect consumption, so your touring figure may be 10 to 20% higher than your commuting figure.
Carrying Extra Fuel
For remote touring, many riders carry auxiliary fuel in jerry cans or use long-range tanks. A 5 litre jerry can strapped to a motorcycle adds roughly 80 to 100km of range. For 4WD travellers, long-range replacement tanks can double your fuel capacity. Always use containers rated for fuel and secure them properly. Fuel sloshing around is a fire risk.