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Aug 06, 2026
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MRTC 270 - Motorcycle High Performance
PROGRAM: Automotive
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Summer, 2011
This course covers the fundamentals, construction, components and design of high performance motorcycles for various racing venues. The course will also cover related systems; cooling, lubrication, suspension and braking. Students will study the theory, design and requirements of high performance engines/systems. Emphasis in this course is placed on bolt on performance modifications.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Demonstrate proper shop safety practices while working with engines, lifts and tools.
- Describe engine dynamics, volumetric efficiency, and 4-stroke theory of operation.
- Understand how to calculate: compression ratios, chamber volumes, rod ratios, displacement, deck clearance, stroke, piston pin height, piston-to-valve clearances, rocker arm ratios, valve lift and duration.
- Describe the function and basic design of modern bolt on high performance engine modifications.
- Describe the various HP engine components and their functions.
- Describe HP engine lubricants and sealing systems.
- Demonstrate use of precision measuring equipment.
- Describe/Identify the different types of forced induction systems.
- Describe the differences between torque and horsepower.
- Be able to explain how various changes to an engine affect the power output.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
- 4 stroke engines cycles
- Engine block and components
- Engine head and components
- Intake and induction systems
- Exhaust systems
- Cooling systems
- Lubrication systems
- Mathematics and calculations relates to engine design
- Torque and horsepower
Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)
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