Warm up

[Pterodactyl_imp]

In the "good old bad old days" leaving an engine at idle, to warm up, was not good practice. This led to (dare I say it) oil dilution and subsequent premature engine wear, particularly piston ring wear.

In today's motors, with scavenging (anti-pollution) systems, in all likelihood this is not an issue. However it is interesting to note that today most vehicle manufactures recommend start and then drive at moderate RPM and load until the engine reaches operating temperature. After that go for it. I must check my CB owners manual to see if any recommendations exist therein.

Cheers