Is it necessary to use 95 octane gasoline for the UY125?
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It is not necessary to use 95 octane gasoline for the UY125; 92 octane is sufficient. Gasoline is a volatile, flammable hydrocarbon mixture liquid derived from the distillation, cracking, or pyrolysis of petroleum. It is primarily used as fuel for spark-ignited internal combustion engines and mainly consists of organic compounds obtained from crude oil distillation and various additives. Taking the Jinan Suzuki UY125 as an example: the dimensions of this model are 1890mm in length, 685mm in width, and 1090mm in height, with a fuel tank capacity of 6 liters. The transmission is a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), delivering a maximum horsepower of 9.4ps and a maximum power output of 6.9kw. The curb weight is 112kg.
As a novice who has ridden several motorcycles, I don't think the UY125 needs 95-octane gasoline. The engine design is simple with a low compression ratio, and the manual states that regular 92-octane gasoline is sufficient. Using 95-octane is more expensive, costing a few cents more per liter, which can save hundreds of yuan in fuel costs over a year. In terms of performance, there's no noticeable difference—acceleration and power feel just as stable. I mainly use it for my daily 20-kilometer commute, and 92-octane is more than enough. Some friends say higher-octane fuel protects the engine, but the UY125 engine is quite durable, and proper maintenance is far more important than the type of fuel used. The money saved is better spent on a good bottle of engine oil. Always check the fuel cap or manual before refueling to avoid wasting money.
