Russian motorcycles in modern performance are in many ways inferior to well-known European and Japanese brands. However, they remain popular in rural areas, as well as among connoisseurs of classic domestic products. Similar equipment is also used in neighboring countries. Often you can find tuned versions of the last century on the roads. Consider the domestic models that are being produced now, as well as their features.
Stealth
We will begin the review of Russian motorcycles with the new and not very well-known Stealth brand, which is actively developing. The following models are presented in this series:
- For several years, the production of stealth 600 Benelli motorcycles has been mastered in Russia.
- The 400th series of this manufacturer is distinguished by high quality indicators characteristic of light urban versions with a cross exterior.
- "Stealth Flex" - a classic road bike.
- Units of the Stels series with a motor of 200 cubic centimeters represent a dynamic transport, characterized by simplicity of design and affordable price.
Ural Motorcycles with Sidecar: Technical Specifications
Modification "Tourist" from the Ural manufacturers refers to the classic three-wheeled vehicles. Heavy equipment is equipped with a side stroller, characterized by high running and technical performance.
As a power unit, a four-stroke engine with a pair of cylinders is used, which has a volume of 750 “cubes” and 45 horsepower. The gearbox has four ranges, including reverse gear. Motorcycles of Russia under the brand name “Ural Tourist” are equipped with a drive with a cardan shaft, the brake system includes a front hydraulic unit with discs and a rear drum-type brake. The seats are divided among themselves, have a double adjustment parameter. The heavy bike is equipped with a microprocessor ignition system and a number of foreign nodes. The speed threshold is 120 kilometers per hour.
Ural Athlete
The release of this modification began in 2006. The unit is based on the "Tourist" model. It is equipped with all-wheel drive and a side trailer. After connecting the wheel of the stroller, the car receives increased cross-country ability.
The remaining nodes and blocks are characteristic of most of the Urals. The bike is driven by a four-stroke two-cylinder engine, its power is 40 horsepower with a volume of 745 "cubes". Other parameters include 19-inch wheels, electric starter, side trailer. The stroller is made of thick-walled steel, equipped with high-quality Sachs shock absorbers. The trailer has a windshield.
Ural Retro
A modernized modification that mimics classic mid-twentieth-century models. This emphasizes the shape of the steering wheel, the fuel tank in the form of a drop, a round light element at the rear. Similar unique elements were characteristic of that period.
The black polish gives the original gloss to this Russian motorcycle, the bike is equipped with seats covered in genuine leather. The final touch is the shift knob on the gas tank, which has a wooden knob. You can optionally purchase a cover, a windshield for a side trailer, a parking brake, and safety arches.
Ural Solo
This road bike can be safely reckoned as a “classic." The model has been improved several times, equipped with engines ranging from 650 to 750 cubic centimeters. In addition, the electrical circuit and type of carburetors have changed. This bike is a powerful and modern version, stylized as units of the 50s of the last century.
The unit is equipped with a pendulum suspension at the rear and a telescopic analogue at the front. The equipment includes safety arcs, an electric starter and a chrome fuel tank with a capacity of 19 liters. 18-inch wheels equipped with spokes.
IZH Motorcycles (Russia)
This manufacturer has been operating for over 85 years. The first motorcycle of the brand in question was released in 1929 (the city of Izhevsk). Serial production at the plant began 17 years later. During mass production, about 12 million units of various categories were produced.
The following modifications can be noted:
- Motorcycles of Russia "Junker". The unit is equipped with a two-stroke power unit, the volume of which is 350 cubic centimeters. The maximum speed of the bike is 115 km / h. the exterior resembles an American style, thanks to the presence of a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a high steering wheel and extended foot supports.
- The famous "IL Jupiter."
- Motobike for teenagers "Cornet".
- Cargo modifications and all-terrain vehicles.
- Models of a limited series of sports type "PS-650 ROTAX".
The legendary IL Planet 5
Consider the technical parameters of one of the most popular motorcycles in Russia from Izhevsk manufacturers:
- Weight - 165 kg.
- Maximum load - 170 kg.
- Ground clearance - 13.5 cm.
- Type of wheels - spokes.
- Length / width / height - 2.2 / 0.81 / 1.2 m.
- The distance between the axles is 1.45 m.
- The capacity of the fuel tank is 19 liters.
- Fuel consumption per 100 km - 6 liters.
- The maximum speed is 120 km / h.
- Acceleration to "hundreds" - 12-15 seconds.
- The brake system is a mechanical drum type.
- It is possible to connect a side trailer.
- The power unit is a two-stroke single-cylinder carburetor engine.
- Cooling is liquid.
- Power - 22 horsepower.
- The compression ratio is 8.5.
- Transmission - a three-speed manual gearbox.
- The wheels are cast.
Some advanced modifications are equipped with a disc brake, fairings and a trunk holder.
Finally
The above indicates which motorcycles are produced in Russia. Today this industry is underdeveloped. Many quality models are made for export. Nevertheless, on the market there are worthy domestic representatives among two-wheeled vehicles. In addition to the modifications described above, it is possible to note the Minsk brand, which comes in a classic, cross-style and Enduro category. Also on the market are light motorcycles and scooters "Street", characterized by the original configuration. One of the most popular manufacturers are IL and Ural. Voskhod, no less famous among motorcycles in Russia, is not available at this time.