Quote:

in a (probably vain, since sugar's expensive too) attempt to lower the gas prices.

Matt--Ethanol is a fuel oxygenate added to reduce exhaust emissions, not to reduce fuel cost. [It also helps stabilize the corn futures market here in the US.] You can run up to 10% ethanol in your gasoline; anything above that increases the risk of corroding parts of the bike's fuel delivery system. A 'gasohol' blend contains less potential BTU's than unaltered gasoline, so your engines' performance & fuel economy will be reduced when running with it.