- Different lubrication requirements: 4-stroke and 2-stroke engines have different lubrication requirements. 4-stroke engines have an oil sump and a separate oil pump that circulates the oil throughout the engine. This ensures that all of the engine's moving parts are constantly lubricated. 2-stroke engines, on the other hand, do not have an oil sump or an oil pump. Instead, they rely on a mixture of fuel and oil that is pre-mixed before it enters the engine. This mixture lubricates the engine's moving parts as it burns.
- Incompatible properties: 4-stroke oil and 2-stroke oil have different properties that make them incompatible with each other. 4-stroke oil is typically thicker than 2-stroke oil and contains different additives that are not suitable for 2-stroke engines. Using 4-stroke oil in a 2-stroke engine can cause a number of problems, including:
-- Reduced engine performance: The thicker oil can make it more difficult for the engine to move its moving parts, which can result in reduced performance.
-- Engine damage: The incompatible additives in 4-stroke oil can cause damage to the engine's seals, gaskets, and other components.
-- Clogged fuel lines: The thicker oil can also clog the fuel lines, which can prevent the engine from getting the fuel it needs to run.
- Not recommended by the manufacturer: 2-stroke dirt bike manufacturers specifically recommend using only 2-stroke oil in their engines. Using any other type of oil, including 4-stroke oil, can void your warranty and cause serious engine damage.
