Moped "Karpaty": specifications and photos

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

In the post-Soviet space, the Karpaty moped is one of the most popular small vehicles on two wheels. Against the background of similar units, the device in question was of good quality, practicality and original design. Among the features it is necessary to note the clutch of the three-block type. The gearbox is two-speed, it provided a fairly good smooth start and a set of maximum speeds (45-50 km / h).

Features

Despite the fact that it was almost impossible to tune the unit somehow, its ease of maintenance and the possibility of self-repair of absolutely all units, of course, played a key role in its popularity. The original spare parts for the Karpaty moped were made of high-quality metal, although the equipment of that time often broke down due to design and technical flaws.

The trunk of the vehicle in question could withstand more than one centner of cargo. The tires had a high tread, which made it possible to operate the equipment in the winter. Drum-type brakes were quite enough for the mass andsmall motorcycle speakers. The device of the power unit itself is a conventional two-stroke motor. Almost every owner of this representative of motorcycles will be able to replace rings or a piston.

Competitors

The unit received the closest competitor in terms of characteristics in the "face" of the Verkhovyna vehicle. The ignition of the Karpaty moped, the clutch assembly, design and some other indicators were significantly superior to the rival. In addition, Delta, Verkhovyna-7 competed with the machine in question. In these variations, although all units were modernized, Karpaty was preferred.

There are several reasons for this. Firstly, the price of Delta was higher, and it was produced in Riga. Secondly, the improved Verkhovyna had a guaranteed mileage of 6000 kilometers, a resource before overhaul - 15 thousand. Moped "Karpaty" at the same time had eight and eighteen thousand, respectively.

More than one generation, especially in rural areas, has studied every cog in this unit. A brief idea of the location of the main elements:

• The air filter is located directly behind the carburetor.
• Shift lever on the left, brakes on the right.
• Also on the steering wheel is the clutch handle, gas, front brake.

It is worth noting that there is no electric starter, so a fairly popular way to start the engine was to activate it with a “push” or “foot”.

Nuances of repair work

Almost every owner could repair the Karpaty moped on their own. Quite often I had to sort out the engine. No matter how difficult this work may seem, thanks to the simple design of the motor of the unit in question, everything could be done quickly and efficiently.

If the cause of the breakdown is the failure of bearings, crankshaft, rings, it will be necessary to split the engine. This is a relatively simple procedure, much more difficult to put everything back together correctly. Although, if you carefully consider the process and recommendations in the instructions, everything is very real.

Gaskets for the muffler can be cut out of thick cardboard and smeared with grease. Important: When tightening the nuts, the optimum force must be observed, avoiding insufficient fastening or stripping of the thread. Moped "Karpaty" runs on a mixture of gasoline and oil, there is no special oil receiver. The optimal fuel is AI-80.

Specifications

What technical parameters does the Karpaty moped have? The characteristics of the main nodes are presented below:

• Full weight - 55 kg.
• Maximum load - 100 kg.
• Base - 1, 2 m.
• Length/height/width - 1, 8/1, 1/0, 7 m.
• Clearance - 10 cm.
• The maximum speed threshold according to the passport is up to 45 km/h.
• Fuel consumption per hundred - 2, 1 l.
• Frame Type - Tubular Weld Design.
• Front Suspension Unit - telescopic fork, spring dampers.
• Suspension rear - damping springs withpendulum.
• Total braking distance at 30 km/h - 7.6 m.
• Tire categories are 2.50-16 or 2.75-16 inches.
• Powertrain - V-50 carburetor, two stroke, air cooled.
• Volume - 49, 9 cu. see
• Cylinder size - 3.8 cm.
• Piston stroke - 4.4 cm.
• Compression ratio - from 7 to 8, 5.
• Motor power - 1.5 HP. s.
• Torque to the maximum - 5200 rpm.
• Gearbox - two steps, manual or similar with foot shift.

Other options

Other characteristics that the Karpaty moped has are as follows:

• Electrical equipment - contactless electronic ignition system with alternator.
• Transmission - multi-plate clutch.
• Fuel capacity - 7 l.
• Engine gear ratio - 4, 75.
• A similar ratio from the gearbox to the rear wheel - 2, 2.
• Carburetor type - K60B.
• Power supplier - 6V 45W alternator.
• Filter element - air type with paper filter.
• Exhaust - muffler with baffles for exhaust throttling.
• Fuel mixture - gasoline A-76-80 with oil (ratio - 100:4).

The clutch of the Karpaty moped is an innovative solution at that time. This is a three-block or multi-disc type assembly. For low-power two-wheeled vehicles, this design was a curiosity.

Modifications and yearsrelease

Moped "Karpaty" appeared for the first time in 1981 at the Lviv Motor Plant. Five years later, a model called "Karpaty-2" was released. The second version of the moped was 0.2 liters. With. weaker and one and a half kilograms lighter than its predecessor. Otherwise, both modifications were identical. The closest similar moped in terms of characteristics was the Riga Delta.

In the period from 1988 to 1989, more than 260 thousand Karpaty mopeds were produced. In the latest versions, the developers have determined the mileage to warranty repair of 18 thousand kilometers. There were several more modifications, namely:

• "Karpaty-Sport" (larger diameter front wheel, foot-operated gearshift, muffler brought up).
• "Karpaty-Tourist" with a windshield.
• Karpaty Lux with direction indicators.

The units in question have not been produced for the last few years. There are several similar Chinese-made variations.

Owner Reviews

Many ardent supporters and opponents of this moped. The former are more those who like to delve into the technique with their own hands and achieve certain results. If you analyze most of the reviews, you can find out what users like and what they have persistent negativity for.

Moped "Karpaty" has the following advantages:

• Economy.
• Practical.
• Easy to repair.
• Good handling.
• Decent design.

Users attributed the following to the minusesaspects:

• Slow speed.
• No original parts on the market today.
• Fast overheating in hot weather.
• Poor quality dampers and weak side guards.

It is worth noting that some lovers of two-wheeled vehicles collect entire collections of Soviet-made mopeds and restore them. The cost of the vehicle in question depends on its condition and modification. Moped "Karpaty", the price of which varies from 100 to 500 dollars, can be purchased exclusively on the secondary market. It is easy to find a suitable model really on online resources involved in buying and selling.

Conclusion

The legend of the Soviet motorcycle industry, the Karpaty moped is still popular among true connoisseurs of light transport. Its features include ease of repair and operation. Among his competitors, he acted as the best representative of motorcycles with an engine capacity of up to fifty "cubes".

Despite all the shortcomings (low speed, unreliability of some elements), the moped in question was produced in several modifications. As you know, demand creates supply. Considering that in just three active years of production, more than 300 thousand copies were produced, it can be argued that Karpaty is the favorite of more than one generation.