Sart in any gear is a sweet thing if you drop or stall yer bike during a race,.I used to race Supercross and it sure helped me get going again during races if some "Numbnut" [Usually me]caused a crash & Endoe'd into the dirt,just pull in the clutch and kick start your bike without dicking around looking for neutral and roost off!!.For those that dont race I spose it makes life a little bit easier not having to rock the bike back and forwards wondering if the bike is still in gear or not !!!
Meh..!!!