Whats better 2-stroke or 4?

Because 2-stroke engines are designed to run at a higher RPM, they also tend to wear out faster; a 4-stroke engine is generally more durable. That being said, 2-stroke engines are more powerful. Two-stroke engines are a much simpler design, making them easier to fix. They do not have valves, but rather ports.
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Why is a 4-stroke better than a 2-stroke?

Four-stroke engines yield higher levels of torque at a lower RPM during operation. A four-stroke engine only consumes fuel once every four strokes, making it a more fuel-efficient engine option. Four-stroke engines give off less pollution because they do not require oil or lubricant mixed in the fuel.
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Are 2 strokes faster than 4?

While two-stroke engines run more simplistically, their need for maintenance is usually much higher. However, two-stroke parts are notoriously cheaper than four-stroke. Two-stroke engine bikes are lighter and faster bikes that have an intense kick to the motor.
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What's better for trail riding 2 or 4-stroke?

In terms of trail riding, the four-strokes tend to be vastly more comfortable to run long distances on the black top than the equivalent two-stroke. They will also get through much less fuel, which is pretty important in terrain where there isn't a petrol station round the corner.
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Should I buy a 2-stroke or 4-stroke?

While a 2-stroke will never offer the torque of a 4-stroke, they come close enough for most weekend riders. Not only that, but they're lighter and tend to be easier to handle, which makes them great for beginners. In addition, 2-stroke bikes require less maintenance than most 4-strokes, saving you time and money.
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Why are 2 strokes so fast?

Because combustion takes place with each revolution of the crankshaft with a 2-stroke, this format puts out more power than a 4-stroke engine and the power has more instantaneous delivery. This are some reasons why 2-stroke engines have a long history of use on many different types of motorcycles.
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What is faster 250 2-stroke or 250 4-stroke?

Some quick math reveals that, in a 2-stroke, you get power with every turn of the crankshaft. But, in a 4-stroke, you only get power every other turn of the crankshaft. This advantage explains why a 250-cc 2-stroke engine makes more power than a 4-stroke of the same size.
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How fast is a 125cc dirt bike?

How Fast Is a 125cc Dirt Bike? On average, the top speed of a 125cc dirt bike ranges from 55 to 60 mph. Most riders, however, will not run at these maximum speeds, since they are often young people who are yet to master the skill of dirt riding. Others will try to clock a speed of up to 100 mph.
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Do 2 strokes accelerate faster?

The two-stroke engines are quicker to accelerate because they can complete their combustion cycle in almost half the time when compared to a four-stroke engine. Also, they produce a much louder and sharper sound than the four-stroke engine whose sound is suppressed.
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Is a 2-stroke more powerful?

Because 2-stroke engines are designed to run at a higher RPM, they also tend to wear out faster; a 4-stroke engine is generally more durable. That being said, 2-stroke engines are more powerful. Two-stroke engines are a much simpler design, making them easier to fix. They do not have valves, but rather ports.
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What are the advantages of a 2-stroke engine?

Advantages: A two stroke cycle engine has twice the number of power strokes than the four stroke cycle engine at the same engine speed. For the same power developed, a two stroke cycle engine is lighter, less bulky and occupies less floor area.
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What is 4-stroke oil used for?

A 4-stroke oil will flow from the crankcase to the engine components to be lubricated and then come back into the crankcase. The oil circulates without being burned.
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Why do people love 2 strokes?

Because they are easier to maintain , cheaper As far as the engine goes. and also have less moving parts.. Reed's instead of valves… they have great power and sound amazing ! They have a better power to weight ratio than a four stroke, and deliver more power than a comparably sized four stroke engine.
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Why do people prefer 2 strokes?

A two-stroke engine can theoretically produce twice the amount of power because it fires once every revolution, whereas four-strokes fire once every other revolution. Because of this, it has a higher power-to-weight ratio, making it more desirable for many riders.
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Why do 2-stroke engines make more noise?

The main reason that two stroke engines are loud is that they fire twice as often as four stroke engines. Two stroke engines have a very extensively designed exhaust system (expansion chamber) that reflects the sound wave back to the cylinder at a specific time.
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How fast does a 1000cc dirt bike go?

The fastest 1000cc motorcycles are normally limited to 188 mph by their rev limiter, which protects the vehicle's engine by restricting its maximum speed. However, if these high-speed motorcycles are being ridden on a track, they can likely break 200 mph.
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How fast is a 500cc dirt bike?

A 500cc single cylinder bike has a top speed of almost 100 mph. A bike with a 600cc engine can go over 100 mph.
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How fast is 200cc in mph?

So, what is the top speed of a 200cc Go-Kart? The top speed of a 200cc go-kart depends on whether its engine is a 2-stroke or a 4-stroke, as they displace power differently. A 2-stroke 200cc go-kart will reach 120mph at top speed, and a 4-stroke 200cc go-kart will reach 75mph.
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Are 2 strokes allowed in motocross?

Two-strokes are allowed there, but they can only have a maximum cylinder capacity of 125cc. Suppose Lapucci were to switch to MX2 next year, he will have to switch to a 250F if he wants to get results.
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How many horsepower is 250cc 2-stroke?

For clarity's sake, we need to go back in time to understand what has happened in the two-versus-four rivalry. The basic YZ250 two-stroke has hung in at around 46 horsepower for many years, while the latest version of the YZ250f is around 42 horsepower.
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Will 2-stroke bikes be banned?

At the moment, there is no ban on two-stroke motorcycles, as no Indian RTO has the authority to impose a ban on vehicles, according to a report in Zigwheels. However, with the BSVI emission norms set to be implemented soon, it might seem only logical to ban the now obsolete engines.
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Why are 2-stroke engines banned?

Answer: Two-strokes left the market because they could not meet steadily-tightening EPA standards for vehicle exhaust emissions. The very feature that makes two-strokes attractive—the simplicity of having only three moving parts (crankshaft, con-rod, and piston—was also their undoing.
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Does Yamaha still make 2-strokes?

For the 2022 model year Yamaha continues to support the production of two-stroke models. Yamaha will even expand their two-stroke line-up with a new YZ85LW Large Wheel model along with a more powerful YZ125 engine and updated styling to both the YZ125 and YZ250 motocross models.
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Do 2 stroke engines wear out?

Since a typical two-stroke or four-stroke outboard engine provides 1,500 hours' of power, the engines will last somewhere between two and eight years. On average, they serve 200 hours each year.
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