K750: motorcycle of the Soviet period

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

In the USSR, heavy motorcycles appeared in the thirties. The first model - M-72 with a sidecar - was a real breakthrough. And when the K750 was developed after it, an even more perfect motorcycle, Soviet society got a reason to be proud of the achievements of the auto and motorcycle industry. The model was really successful: speed and traction characteristics reached the level of the best world standards. Engine power of 25 liters. With. was more than sufficient for a car of this class. The motorcycle's cross-country ability was also high, and when a torsion-type drive was placed on the wheel of the side trailer, 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 with a certain perspective, was produced by the Kyiv Motorcycle Plant. Later, production was established in the city of Irbit. The four-speed transmission transmitted power to the rear drive wheel via a driveshaft, which contributed to a smooth ride more than a chain transmission.

All wheels were equipped with brakesdrum design, quite efficient and reliable. K-750 is a motorcycle well suited for long-distance trips: a gas tank with a capacity of 20 liters made it possible to travel a distance of 350 kilometers without refueling. The popularity of the machine was also facilitated by its availability in terms of current adjustments during operation. All necessary points were fully open. In addition, the K750, a motorcycle with an impressively smooth ride, moved smoothly in any road conditions without any jerks, which were typical for almost all Soviet motorcycles.

Parameters

K750 is a motorcycle whose characteristics correspond to the best samples of the world rating. Successfully exported to all European countries that formed a political alliance with the Soviet Union.

Technical data:

• engine - two-cylinder, carbureted, opposed cylinders;
• power - 26 HP p.;
• top speed - 90 km/h;
• gross weight - 240 kg;
• carrying capacity - 240 kg;
• ground clearance - 120mm;
• wheelbase - 1450 mm;
• gas tank capacity - 21 liters.

External differences

The K750 motorcycle, photos of which are posted on the page from different angles, is an example of paramilitary equipment well adapted to perform tasks in an extreme situation, during hostilities or when it is necessary to transport compact important cargo. Mobility andthe maneuverability of the motor vehicle is obvious, the speed qualities and significant load capacity also speak in its favor. All motorcycles of this brand are painted in a khaki or dark green tone, suggesting disguise.

K750 motorcycles were popular in the Ministry of Internal Affairs: a significant number of them entered the service of the police departments, where they were used as patrol vehicles. The cars designed to work in the internal order protection system were yellow with a blue inscription "police" on the side of the stroller. The engines of police motorcycles were boosted at the factory, their power increased to 27 hp. s., and the speed under such a motor increased to 105 km / h. It was not difficult for the policemen to catch up with the violator of public order.

Private ownership

During the Soviet period, the government did not indulge the population with either motorcycles or cars. The K750 motorcycle also came exclusively to government agencies, army units, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and various specialized services; hunting grounds and reserves for rangers and foresters. However, in the early seventies, a massive write-off of the K750 from the army and police units was carried out. And since there was nowhere to put the motorcycles, and it was not allowed to dispose of them, almost all decommissioned copies went on free sale and were bought by private individuals in a short time.

The K750 motorcycle, which began to receive reviews immediately after its acquisition by its new owners, has become even more popular. Buyers noted the super reliability of all units, relatively inexpensive maintenance and the availability of any spare parts for sale. In private hands, the car was able to reveal all its best qualities - care and respect did their job.