Monday, February 13, 2012

Difference between 2-stroke and 4-stroke

This weeks blog will revolve around the topic of 2-strokes and 4-strokes. You will read on how they are different and how each performs in a dirtbike. Two-strokes are better for enduro and trail circuits because they are lighter weight then the four-strokes. Four-strokes in the 90's were considered heavier and slower than two-strokes. Today, two-strokes are considered slower than four-strokes due to the weight compacity.

In a four-stroke dirt bike, the compacity has changed alot to what it was back then. They are best made for any track and terrain and a 450cc four-stroke is about the weight of a 250cc two-stroke. Four-strokes are also the type to be calm and not too loud, while the two-stroke is much different where it has adrenaline of a power band and lots of noise. I own a 100cc Yamaha two-stroke and I personally like the noise that they give off, but I've also rode four-strokes and they seem to ride a little smoother. I don't have an opinion on which I'd prefer though. Do you?

5 comments:

Emily.I said...

Yeah, I really never knew the differences between them until I was like, 13!

Ashley B. said...

This is very interesting and good information to know!

Matt B. said...

4 strokes are way better than 2 strokes

Hughes, S said...

Great topic to talk about. I would have never known the difference.

Mrs. Rohla said...

Based on the information you gave, sounds like a 4 stroke is a better all around bike.