It’s not really fair to base a bike’s fuel efficiency on driving in a headwind. It’s like saying my ‘03 Jetta diesel wagon is a fuel hog because it once got only 36 mpg ( it was fully loaded, outside temp was 110
and I was doing around 105 mph!).
With Mcruise on, fuel saving mode too, when cruising long stretches of interstate, I get 50mpg. That gives the c14 a range of 250miles, that’s plenty.Also worth praising is fuel injection, bike runs perfect at sea level or 12k’.
As for comfort, on this bike, it’s more a function of the seat than suspension (at least for me). My once
comfy seargent seat is no longer comfy so I’ll replace it. I really softened up the suspension on my bike with adjustments so I’m happy there.