How a Choke Works in Motorcycles

Here at Venhill, our mission is to help people get more out of their motorbikes, quad bikes, cars, and karts through innovative products and a passionate workforce.Something that can often come up for new bike owners is the challenge of starting a bike in cold conditions.Why is it that starting a motorcycle on a cold winter morning can be a struggle?Whilst most new bikes have electronic fuel injection (EFI) to help start an engine during colder temperatures, older models (and some new) often don’t have such a luxury. Luckily though, these carburettor engines can combat cold temperatures using a choke valve.But what exactly is a choke valve or cable and what do bike owners need to know about it?This article delves into the world of choke valves and cables, helping you understand how this benefits motorbikes.What is a Choke Valve?A choke valve/cable is designed to restrict the flow of air in the carburettor of an engine. This helps enrich the fuel-air mixture, improving the ability to st...