"3M Sunrise" - the memory is still alive

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Among the remnants of the Soviet motorcycle industry, it is difficult to find "road legends". Basically, these are nondescript two-wheeled units, common only in small circles. You don't often see them, but they do exist. "3M Sunrise" just did not become a world-famous motorcycle, and they were not much admired at home either. But still, the memory of the "Sunrise" is still slowly smoldering. Therefore, you should not write it off. "3M Voskhod" is an entry-level motorcycle. They bought it to get a taste of two-wheeled life, to begin to understand motorcycles. But still there were those who truly loved Voskhod. There are few of them now. Like it or not, Voskhod-3M remained in the history of the Soviet motorcycle industry forever. Let this place be small, affecting a small segment of history, but it exists.

Step back

3M Voskhod first saw the light of day in 1983. He left the assembly line of the Kovrov plant and immediately gained little popularity. Not because its characteristics and appearance were mesmerizing. No, it's just that 3M was not the first in itsseries. "Voskhod-1", "Voskhod-2", "Voskhod second modernized", "Voskhod-3" and only then "Third modernized" - this family tree of the Kovrov product has already managed to catch the fancy of customers.

Cheapness, ease of operation, simple repairs - these were the main features that attracted connoisseurs of Voskhod. 3M took the best features from its predecessors, so its career immediately began with a steep rise. But a fair wind did not always accompany Voskhod. Soon, other motorcycles forced him out of the motorcycle market. In 1993, after ten years of work, the production of 3M finally stopped.

Product price

When choosing a new vehicle, always consider the price point. It consists of several factors: year of manufacture, general condition and appearance. Here are the main criteria by which you should choose a motorcycle. Old models from the first years of production (1983-1985) are cheap. They are usually in disrepair. Such purchases entail a number of expensive investments, so purchases of this kind should be avoided. The price of this iron does not exceed one hundred dollars.

Motorcycles of middle years of production (1986-1990) are the ideal purchase for a poor buyer. The bike "in the prime of life" has good technical characteristics, but the appearance is lame. It is not necessary to invest in such a purchase, although you can conjure over the design. The purchase of a two-wheeled unit of middle years of manufacture will cost the buyerone hundred and eighty dollars. Motorcycle "Voskhod-3M 01" of the last, 1993, is highly valued by amateurs. He (if we discard the congenital flaws) is ideal. The filling is assembled, the view is like a new penny. And most importantly, everything is in its place. This bike does not require any investment. Sat down and went. But the purchase can be quite expensive - two hundred and fifty conventional units.

Appearance

In contrast to the technical specifications, "Voskhod-3M" looks good. The smooth body looks especially good when viewed from the side. The gas tank is set forward a little. The chrome steering wheel is up. A large round headlight is installed in front. It is somewhat innovative. Designed to avoid blinding oncoming drivers. In general, the presence of chrome parts is the calling card of Voskhod-3M.

In addition to the steering wheel, exhaust pipes and, in some cases, frame segments are also covered with shiny material. Another characteristic feature of this motorcycle is the saddle. It is of two types. The first is separate. The second is whole. Of course, both are good in their own way, but if there is a choice, it is better to take a one-piece type chair. There are reasons for this. First of all, it is softer and more comfortable. Yes, it looks like a biker. The split saddle is small and looks like an old bicycle saddle.

Voskhod-3M motorcycle: specifications

Not all motorcycles "fly" on the roads. "Voskhod-3M", the characteristics of which are not very impressive, is still capable of some feats. No it'snot fast driving at high speeds, not endurance. Ordinary and everyday trips within the city are its mission and tasks. For this, Voskhod-3M was created. The characteristics of the motorcycle fit the urban lifestyle, no more.

Inside the bike stores a one-cylinder two-stroke engine with a volume of one hundred and seventy-three cubic centimeters. The maximum power of this unit does not exceed fifteen horsepower. This motor is capable of accelerating the motorcycle to one hundred and ten kilometers per hour. But the Voskhod engine is very economical. For a hundred kilometers, it consumes four liters of fuel. The motorcycle has a four-speed transmission. The braking system of the "two-wheeled" is represented by two drum brakes. They are not very effective, but with a small bike weight they will do.

Conclusion

The 3M Voskhod is a standard motorcycle, there are hundreds of them in the world. But thanks to its main features - cheapness, simplicity and economy, the bike went down in history.