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No, it is not necessary to rev the engine when upshifting on a motorcycle, but it can be beneficial to match the engine speed (rpm) with the appropriate gear for smooth and efficient shifting. Here's an explanation:

When you upshift on a motorcycle, you are shifting to a higher gear, which means the engine's rpm will drop as you engage the next gear. If you simply shift without adjusting the throttle, the engine speed may fall too low,

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