Can a Motorcycle Still Be Used After Cylinder Seizure?

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MacBrantley
07/30/25 6:05am
Motorcycle cylinder seizure is recommended to be replaced. Symptoms of engine seizure failure: power drops sharply, vehicle speed decreases rapidly and stalls. At this point, restarting the engine becomes difficult or even impossible. The cause of the failure is poor lubrication or engine overheating. Methods to handle cylinder seizure: For motorcycles with a sequential gearbox, quickly shift to neutral to allow the vehicle to coast. For motorcycles with a manual clutch, immediately disengage the clutch to dissipate the significant resistance caused by the seized engine at the clutch, preventing rear wheel lock-up. If the vehicle experiences severe skidding, remain calm and decisively support the ground with the foot on the inside of the lean to maintain the motorcycle's balance while coasting, and disengage the clutch.
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