Is it better to turn off the motorcycle engine at a red light or not?

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DePeyton
07/28/25 2:33pm
In general, it is better not to turn off the engine, as this saves fuel. Below are the relevant details: 1. Traffic light duration: It depends on the duration of the red light. If it's more than thirty seconds, it's best to turn off the engine. Starting with the clutch engaged just before the light turns green has the same effect. For durations of just a few seconds or up to ten seconds, it's better not to turn off the engine, as the difference in fuel consumption is negligible. 2. Motorcycles: Sports motorcycles, also known as sports bikes, are designed primarily for leisure and vacation use. They are a fun means of transportation and a recreational tool for experiencing the joys of life. Road motorcycles can be divided into three main categories: superbikes, touring motorcycles, and cruiser motorcycles.
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VonFinn
08/11/25 10:34pm
As an environmental enthusiast, choosing to turn off the engine while waiting at a red light on a motorcycle can indeed save fuel and reduce carbon emissions, especially given the current serious urban air pollution issues. Every time the engine idles, it wastes fuel unnecessarily, consuming about 0.1 liters of gasoline per minute of idling—over time, this is harmful to both your wallet and the environment. If the red light lasts more than 30 seconds, turning off the engine is a wise choice, particularly on routes with long red lights. However, I need to pay attention to the engine temperature. For water-cooled engines, restarting has minimal impact, but for air-cooled ones, frequent starts might cause the temperature to rise too quickly, so a balance is needed. Overall, developing the habit of turning off the engine contributes significantly to energy conservation and aligns with the call for green riding.
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