The least-complicated four-stroke engine, using the fewest number of parts and producing less horsepower than a multi-cylinder engine of equal displacement. Because the engine is smaller, it produces a bike that is lighter in overall weight, making it easier to ride. Read More »
Standing Start
A form of race start that begins with the cars at a complete standstill. Read More »
Small Block
Please see Big Block. Read More »
Traction
Sticking to the ground or getting a grip on the road. If you don’t have traction when you are driving, your wheels are just spinning. Your tires won’t be transferring the car’s power to the road and you won’t get the full benefit of the work the engine in doing. If you completely lose traction (like on water) you won’t ... Read More »
Turbodiesel
A diesel engine fitted with a turbocharger. Read More »
Vtec Valve System
Variable Valve Timing and Electronic Lift Control. Changes intake and exhaust valve timing and lift so that it more closely matches the engine’s changing air-fuel needs. The result is maximum torque at all engine speeds and under all driving conditions. Read More »
Warning Tracks
The little ridges in the road that warn you of an upcoming tollbooth or another lane. Sometimes called “wake-up bumps” or “Bot’s Dots” — Mr. Bot got very rich off these. Read More »
Antilock Braking System (ABS)
When these brakes are pressed hard (like in a panic stop or accident) the ABS pumps the brakes up to 30 times/sec. This occurs in an alternating pattern, left front/right rear and right front/left rear. This system helps the driver maintain control and stop the car in a straight line rather than spinning out of control. ABS does NOT stop ... Read More »
