A numerically low 1st gear, such as 2:1, reduces available torque in 1st gear, but allows more choices of progression.

This, claims Yonex, reduces torque, or twisting, thereby improving player comfort and reducing the risk of injury.

The woven fibres reduce torque to give stability and good balance.

This would reduce torque on the knee and ankle when the ski rotated under the boot.

It was one of the first autogyros to use a high tailplane to reduce dynamic and aerodynamic torque.

A summary of techniques used for reducing cogging torque:

If the battery is low, the system can simultaneously run the engine and draw power from MG1, although this will reduce available reverse torque at the wheels.

PB-1 disperses easily in other polyolefins, and at low concentration, acts as processing aid reducing torque and/or increasing throughput.

During construction and maintenance of wind turbines, the blades are usually feathered to reduce unwanted rotational torque in the event of wind gusts.

Another reason is to intentionally reduce power and torque, to get more grip.