K750: Soviet-era motorcycle

In the USSR, heavy motorcycles appeared in the thirties. The first model - the M-72 with a stroller - was a real breakthrough. And when the K750 was developed after it, the motorcycle was even more perfect, the Soviet society got a reason to be proud of the achievements of the auto and motorcycle industry. The model was really successful: high-speed and traction characteristics reached the level of the best world standards. Engine power in 25 liter. from. Proved to be more than sufficient for a machine of this class. The degree of patency of the motorcycle was also high, and when the wheel of the side trailer was driven by a torsion type, the result was a real all-terrain vehicle. The presence of a reverse gear added maneuverability.

general description

K750, a motorcycle quite advanced for that time and possessing a certain perspective, was produced by the Kiev motorcycle factory. Later production was established in the city of Irbit. The four-speed gearbox transmitted the rotation to the rear drive wheel by means of a propeller shaft, which contributed to the smoothness of the stroke to a greater extent than the chain transmission.

All wheels were equipped with drum brakes, quite effective and reliable. K-750 - a motorcycle, well suited for long trips: a gas tank with a capacity of 20 liters allowed to travel without refueling a distance of 350 kilometers. The popularity of the machine was also facilitated by its availability in terms of current adjustments during operation. All the necessary points were completely opened. In addition, the K750, a motorcycle with an impressive smooth running, moved in all road conditions evenly without any jerks, which differed almost all Soviet motorcycles.

Options

K750 - a motorcycle, the characteristic of which corresponds to the best samples of the world rating. Successfully exported to all countries of the European space, which formed a political alliance with the Soviet Union.

Technical data:

• Engine - two-cylinder, carburetor, with the opposite arrangement of the cylinders;
• Power - 26 liters. from.;
• The top speed is 90 km / h;
• Gross weight - 240 kg;
• Carrying capacity - 240 kg;
• Ground clearance - 120 mm;
• Wheelbase - 1450 mm;
• The volume of the fuel tank is 21 liters.

External differences

Motorcycle K750, a photo of which from different angles are placed on the page, is an example of a paramilitary technique well suited for carrying out tasks in an extreme situation, during combat operations or when it is necessary to transport compact important cargoes. The mobility and maneuverability of the motor-car is obvious, the high-speed qualities and considerable carrying capacity also speak in his favor. All motorcycles of this brand are painted in protective khaki color or dark green tone, suggesting disguise.

Motorcycles K750 were popular in the Interior Ministry: a significant number of them came to the police station, where they were used as a patrol vehicle. Machines intended for work in the internal order protection system were yellow with a blue inscription "militia" on the sidewall of the stroller. The engines of the police motorcycles were forced into the factory, their power increased to 27 liters. With., And the speed under such a motor increased to 105 km / h. To catch up with the violator of public order for the policemen was not difficult.

Private property

During the Soviet period, the government did not spoil the population either by motorcycles or by cars. Motorcycle K750 also came exclusively to government agencies, army units, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and various specialized services; In hunting facilities and game reserves for rangers and forest rangers. However, in the early seventies, a massive write-off of K750 from the army and police units was carried out. And since the motorcycles had nowhere to put on, and were not allowed to be disposed of, almost all the copies written off went into free sale and in a short time were bought by private individuals.

Motorcycle K750, feedback on which began to arrive immediately after the acquisition of its new owners, has become even more popular. Customers noted the reliability of all units, relatively inexpensive maintenance and the availability of any spare parts for sale. In private hands the machine was able to reveal all of its best qualities - care and careful attitude have done their job.