Today's motorcycle market provides potential consumers with the richest choice of motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, mokikes and even snowmobiles. From a variety of brands, eyes just run wild. Some of them appeared recently. Others are well-established companies that have been supplying their products to the market for decades.
Among this variety, there is certainly a motorcycle that meets your requirements for model, color, technical specifications and cost. However, at the very moment of choice, the variety of models provided suddenly turns from an advantage into a disadvantage.
In this article, we will try to comprehensively consider why it is worth paying attention to the products of a relatively young domestic motorcycle manufacturing company. Our gaze falls on the Irbis company.
The origin of the brand "Irbis"
A company appeared in Vladivostok, and from there it already set off to conquer the capital. And I must admit - very successfully. A modest start was made in 2009. After some five years, we can already see how Irbis products have firmly taken their niche in the domestic market. And this is in conditions of fierce competition for a warm place in the sun.
Why do you need to know this? The fact is that having an idea of the origins and priority dynamics of the development of the enterprise, you can more impartially evaluate its products. Consider it with a specific example of the Irbis Z1 model. This is one of the most popular representatives of its class.
Motorcycle Irbis Z1
One of the brainchild of Irbis was a sports bike. Recall that initially the company was founded by a group of young enthusiastic guys. They assembled prototypes of models with their own hands and tested them. And since young people were doing what they liked and designed motorcycles as for themselves, their goods immediately began to be in demand. Moreover, they focused on consumers with an average income.
Irbis Z1: specifications
- Dimensions: length - 2010 mm, width - 750 mm, height - 1025 mm.
- Four stroke single cylinder engine.
- Maximum power - 24.5 horsepower (at 8500 engine revolutions per minute).
- The maximum torque is 20 Newton meters (at 7500 engine revolutions per minute).
- Engine displacement - 250.1 centimeter cubic.
- Water-cooled engine.
- Six-speed manual gearbox.
- Disc brakes (rear and front).
- Fuel tank with a capacity of 16 liters.
- The front tire is 110 / 70-17.
- Rear tire - 150 / 70-17.
- Road rubber.
- Wheelbase - 1400 mm.
- Electronic dashboard.
- LED direction indicators.
- Dual powerful headlights.
- It develops a maximum speed of 140 km / h in 12-15 seconds.
- Carrying capacity - a maximum of 150 kilograms.
Appearance
Over the outer gloss of this representative of sports motorcycles, designers have worked wonderfully. Irbis Z1 has a pronounced aggressive appearance. The owner of such a technique is doomed to attention from others. The developers managed to combine comfort and safety with a striking style and a memorable way.
I would especially like to pay attention to the design of the original muffler, which organically fits into the general appearance of the model, but at the same time, additionally emphasizing its originality.
Manufacturers offer housing options Irbis Z1 in four colors - yellow, blue, green and red.
Owner reviews
No matter what technical data sellers showered at car dealerships, it’s always more interesting for our person to hear feedback from real motorcycle owners. It is not surprising, because someone who has traveled more than one hundred kilometers and has experienced all the charms of this transport on his own skin will surely be able to provide more valuable and interesting information than someone who knows about the motorcycle only from the accompanying documentation.
So let's see what the motorcyclists themselves say.
- The Irbis Z1 250cc motorcycle is trouble-free, reliable, but it is very difficult to attribute it to high-speed equipment. It starts up in cold weather without any problems. Not afraid of water. Absolutely unpretentious in service. Comfortable to drive. Good maneuverability and dynamics. Sometimes motorists are somewhat confused by the presence of only one shock absorber (although when dismantling the rear wheel, this greatly facilitates the task).
- Motorcycle Irbis Z1 250 copes with its purpose. Not bad at all and, more importantly, a tenacious representative of his breed.
- It works reliably and reliably.
- Great power. However, caution must be exercised because the unit is heavy and not easy to hold.
- It’s a normal bike. For fans of serious competitions is not suitable, but to drive for the soul - it is.
- Very attractive design. Beautiful aerodynamics. The engine runs smoothly. Starts up with a half-turn. Habitual (not circular) gear shifting.
- The reviews left on the Irbis Z1 250 model (on forums and similar resources) are quite true.
disadvantages
No matter how high-quality the product may be, but if we hear only positive feedback, willy-nilly, doubts begin to creep in - it is too good to be true. Therefore, do not be silent about the existing shortcomings.
In all forums where owners discuss Irbis Z1, reviews are full of complaints that it is very difficult to find parts on the market. However, judging by sales volumes, this issue should lose its relevance in the near future.
In the first batch of Irbis Z1 motorcycles, the fuel hose was pinched. But manufacturers quickly responded to incoming comments and corrected the flaw.
Some owners complain that the saddle is too stiff. This can really bring significant discomfort, especially when traveling long distances.
What to do for a motorcycle to serve faithfully for many years?
All motorcycles after purchase require engine break-in. And Irbis is no exception. In order for all parts of the piston system to fit in the best way possible, creating the so-called “mirror”, several simple restrictions must be observed.
The first thousand kilometers should never be given maximum load to the motor. This oh how hard it is! Well, how so? Buy a sports bike and not ride with the breeze? !! Of course, you can ride. But only if you agree to sacrifice the health of your own engine for ever and ever, or at least until the replacement of the piston system (after which it will be necessary to run-in). And at the same time, they agree with increased fuel consumption - again, for the entire subsequent period of operation of the motorcycle.
Therefore, it will be much wiser to be patient in order to later enjoy the smooth and trouble-free operation of your two-wheeled trotter.
By the way, it is better to change engine oil immediately. Only in this case you can be sure of its purity and quality. It's not even the negligence of manufacturers. It is just likely that during the assembly process the smallest steel chips could get into the engine oil. And this turns even a high-quality lubricant into an abrasive.
A moratorium is also imposed on the carriage of passengers in the first thousand kilometers. Yes Yes! This also applies to your girlfriend! Regardless of her physique.
Having rolled 700-800 kilometers, you can begin to increase the load. This should be done periodically and for short periods of time. Listen carefully to the sound of the motor. Do not let him roar like a wounded bear. Sound will help determine the optimal number of revolutions better than instruments.
The necessary package of documents
A motorcycle of this class must be registered. For this you will need:
- Statement.
- Receipt of payment for services.
- Technical data sheet of the motorcycle.
- Insurance policy.
- Contract of sale.
- Customs declaration (not always).
- Passport.
On the road, you always need to have the right to drive a technical tool (in this case, a motorcycle), a technical passport and an insurance policy. The law also requires the use of a helmet.
I go out alone on the road…
When you buy a sports bike, it is not just a purchase of a vehicle. Such an aggregate as Irbis is not purchased for trips to the supermarket and not even in order to get to work comfortably. A motorcycle is not only a means of transportation, it is freedom.
There is little that can be compared with the feeling when you are in the saddle of your own bike, the road is creeping under the wheels, and the wind is playing catch-up with you. Walking on a motorcycle can relieve stress several times better than any alcohol. You will be able to get to those corners of their native places that they were not even aware of.
By purchasing a motorcycle, you automatically become a member of a huge community of people. And at the sports "Irbis" you will find yourself in the ranks of the elite of this society.