It might seem people are implying the engine will blow if you let the engine decel which is not true in the least , but what they mean is that engine braking is almost nonexistent . Decel is absolutely not how engines seize . You have oil ports in your piston that ooze oil as long as the crank is turning , and you even have extra oil in your gas to keep things lubricated . If you aren ' t utilizing the engine braking that is there 2 and 4 stroke alike you ' re riding inefficient . It ' s much better to use 100 % engine braking and a little brakes than to pull the clutch in and use 100 % brakes only . The bike is more stable , you can make quick adjustments to speed , and your clutch hand won ' t tire as fast if you just use the engine braking that ' s there . Jut ride them high in the rpms and you ' ll be cherry .