Why single-cylinder two stroke engines are mostly used in Two-Wheelers?
Why single-cylinder
two stroke engines are mostly used in Two-Wheelers?
Most
the manufactures prefer single-cylinder two stroke engines because of the
following reasons:
·
A two-stroke cycle
engine is more compact than a four-stroke cycle for the same amount of power
handled. Therefore a two stroke cycle engine is preferred of a four stroke
cycle engine in a two wheeler as it requires less space.
·
Two-wheelers, i.e.
scooters, mopeds and motor cycles, are light duty vehicles to carry one or two
passengers. A single cylinder engines enough power to carry such loads.
·
A petrol engine runs
at a lower compression ratio than a diesel engine ratio than a diesel engine. Therefore,
the weight –power ratio of petrol engine is less than a diesel engine.
·
A lighter engine
makes the vehicle lighter. Hence for the same tractive force, a two-wheeler
gives higher acceleration.
·
An air cooled engine
does not require water. Radiator and water circulating pump. Therefore the
weight power ratio of an air cooled engine is decreased.
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