Inexpensive motocross pit bikes are quite popular today, because they are not only affordable, but also offer you excellent characteristics with which you can ride to the country or in difficult road conditions.
One of the budget representatives of pit bikes is the Irbis TTR 125 motorcycle. The Ibris company has long been one of the leaders in the production of enduro-class equipment, and this model is almost universal, because it can also be used in the city. Today, the majority of satisfied customers praise the Irbis TTR 125 for its light weight, fairly powerful engine and strong frame made of steel pipes. The irbis ttr 125 pitbike received a universal suspension that allows the owner to ride around the city and perform simple tricks, but for city driving you will have to do a little tuning. Below are the main advantages and disadvantages of a pit bike.
Pros:
- light weight, suitable for beginners;
- relatively inexpensive and accessible spare parts for the ttr 125, you can find them in any store;
- thanks to minimal plastic, you can easily make repairs yourself;
- very low price - about 35,000 rubles;
- comfortable fit for people up to 170 cm tall.
Minuses:
- in winter it is difficult to start the engine;
- the chain on the pit bike is too weak;
- it will be impossible for tall and heavy people to ride;
- poor quality carburetor;
- sometimes you have to change or clean the spark plugs;
- non-standard gearbox switching.
What engine does the Irbis TTR 125 have?
So where to start? I'll start with the fact that this is a motocross motorcycle (read about converting it into a motard below). Although it is not even completely cross-country. I would put it in the category: for country rides and mud mixing , why, read on. And for starters:
Specifications
Irbis TTR125
COMMON DATA:
ENGINE
TRANSMISSION
CHASSIS
Comments on Tech. characteristics: Well, now let’s criticize the manufacturer’s data. Firstly, the height of the saddle greatly depends on how the motorcycle was assembled, it varies from 820 to 830. Secondly, the maximum speed is not 100, again due to the crookedness of the Chinese, although no, they are assembled here. Therefore, it reaches a maximum of 80, but if you climb inside the engine and go through everything, it will reach the stated 100 km/h. Thirdly, such a load is 150 kg. he can trample, but with great difficulty, and the suspension won’t hold up at all. It’s not really worth traveling together, it’s not designed for two. I will also note that the Irbis 125 does not have a traditional gearbox scheme. N->1->2->3->4, that is, all gears are up, you will have to get used to it.
In order, from the moment of purchase onwards.
The cost of this miracle is now in Moscow time. averages 35 thousand rubles. And it varies from 29 to 45 thousand rubles. The kit includes only the motorcycle itself, a strange instruction manual in Russian, but I don’t recommend attaching any importance to it, since I had the feeling that it was from another motorcycle, and a small set of tools, which in the future would be better to replace with good ones.
So, now you have become the happy owner of an Irbis and want to take a break from the intense city traffic, but that was not the case. First, you need to go through the ENTIRE motorcycle, since it comes to Russia as spare parts and is already assembled here, it’s cheaper. The main things that cause complaints are that the bolts are loose or excessively twisted, poor lubrication and fit of parts, but it doesn’t happen all the time, as they say. It even happens that the brake pedal is on the wrong side, anything can happen. I also advise you to change the oil, not on the first day, but after 1-2 days, since it is filled with shipping oil. I note that in the Irbis the gearbox and engine have a common crankcase with the same oil volume.
1)We are making protection for the rear shock absorber, since no one took care of this. And it quickly becomes clogged with dirt. You can make it out of anything, from an old car inner tube (like mine), from good fabric, someone even puts linoleum there.
We fasten it with bolts from above (just unscrew them and put part of the protection in there, make holes in the protection and screw it back in. From below we fasten it with clamps to the pendulum (the best option).
2)Enlarge the rear fender + front (optional) If you don’t do this, your back will look the same color after riding in the mud. And in front the entire engine will be covered in dirt and cooling will be poor. There are a lot of options, here are just a few of them:
This is my option. We bought a large wing from KTM and cut off a part from it, in the end it was enough for the front and rear (I installed it on the front only because I broke the standard wing in a fall (the plastic of the Irbis is flimsy), in the end, from a piece of the old and a piece of the new it turned out that something interesting.
If you don’t plan to ride around the city, then that’s all you need. The maximum that can be supplied is hand protection.
It is not designed for hard cross-country with jumping. But this can be fixed, although it will take a lot of time and effort. What to fix: 1) The suspension bushings are flimsy, they need to be 2 times thicker, they will have to be machined. 2) The footpegs are attached to the engine base, it can all come off, it needs to be strengthened 3) The steering wheel is not the most comfortable. If you are tall, put a larger steering wheel, or take the Irbis TTR250 (About its differences and about it in general in the next review)
If you neglect the rework, you will get this:
5) In order to be heard, we remove the glass wool from the muffler, it is very useful. And the sound is nicer. 6) We put the drive sprocket on 17 teeth, instead of the standard 16, the speed is higher, the torque is less, but in the city it is not particularly needed.
1)We stud the rubber.
I will not consider conversion for stuntriding.
There are defects, as all Chinese have, but there are no problems with spare parts, they bring a lot. But if you install non-original spare parts, then there may be problems with the tires. I looked for good cameras for 14 and 17 for a very long time, picked up the latter from the store, installed some, and left others in reserve.
1)The candles burn out very quickly. Clean them more often, especially if they don't start, the problem is most likely in them. The best option is a small bag with tools between the fairing and the steering wheel, it will help on the roads;)
2)Petrol tap. If you change the gas filter, be prepared for the fact that gasoline flows regardless of the position of the tap, it just flows less in the closed position.
3)The drive sprocket quickly becomes clogged with dirt; if you knead the dirt, it needs to be cleaned.
4)Clutch. In the clutch, the pressure bar always moves to the left during active driving and the clutch disappears, a design flaw.
We fix it by increasing the protrusions of the limiting bar or like this: The limiting plate 2 itself has an “arch” at the bottom where the screw 3 passes. If you select a washer slightly thinner than plate 2 and equal to the diameter of the arch’s circumference and tighten it together with plate 1 (place the washer between plate 2 and the bar 1), then the washer will act as a limiter and will not allow the plate to float away. On the outer locking plate, you can also carefully bend the stop tabs (indicated by arrows) to an angle of slightly less than 90 degrees.
What engine does the Irbis TTR 125 have?
So where to start? I'll start with the fact that this is a motocross motorcycle (read about converting it into a motard below). Although it is not even completely cross-country. I would put it in the category: for country rides and mud mixing , why, read on. And for starters:
Specifications
Irbis TTR125
COMMON DATA:
ENGINE
TRANSMISSION
CHASSIS
Comments on Tech. characteristics: Well, now let’s criticize the manufacturer’s data. Firstly, the height of the saddle greatly depends on how the motorcycle was assembled, it varies from 820 to 830. Secondly, the maximum speed is not 100, again due to the crookedness of the Chinese, although no, they are assembled here. Therefore, it reaches a maximum of 80, but if you climb inside the engine and go through everything, it will reach the stated 100 km/h. Thirdly, such a load is 150 kg. he can trample, but with great difficulty, and the suspension won’t hold up at all. It’s not really worth traveling together, it’s not designed for two. I will also note that the Irbis 125 does not have a traditional gearbox scheme. N->1->2->3->4, that is, all gears are up, you will have to get used to it.
In order, from the moment of purchase onwards.
The cost of this miracle is now in Moscow time. averages 35 thousand rubles. And it varies from 29 to 45 thousand rubles. The kit includes only the motorcycle itself, a strange instruction manual in Russian, but I don’t recommend attaching any importance to it, since I had the feeling that it was from another motorcycle, and a small set of tools, which in the future would be better to replace with good ones.
So, now you have become the happy owner of an Irbis and want to take a break from the intense city traffic, but that was not the case. First, you need to go through the ENTIRE motorcycle, since it comes to Russia as spare parts and is already assembled here, it’s cheaper. The main things that cause complaints are that the bolts are loose or excessively twisted, poor lubrication and fit of parts, but it doesn’t happen all the time, as they say. It even happens that the brake pedal is on the wrong side, anything can happen. I also advise you to change the oil, not on the first day, but after 1-2 days, since it is filled with shipping oil. I note that in the Irbis the gearbox and engine have a common crankcase with the same oil volume.
1)We are making protection for the rear shock absorber, since no one took care of this. And it quickly becomes clogged with dirt. You can make it out of anything, from an old car inner tube (like mine), from good fabric, someone even puts linoleum there.
We fasten it with bolts from above (just unscrew them and put part of the protection in there, make holes in the protection and screw it back in. From below we fasten it with clamps to the pendulum (the best option).
2)Enlarge the rear fender + front (optional) If you don’t do this, your back will look the same color after riding in the mud. And in front the entire engine will be covered in dirt and cooling will be poor. There are a lot of options, here are just a few of them:
This is my option. We bought a large wing from KTM and cut off a part from it, in the end it was enough for the front and rear (I installed it on the front only because I broke the standard wing in a fall (the plastic of the Irbis is flimsy), in the end, from a piece of the old and a piece of the new it turned out that something interesting.
If you don’t plan to ride around the city, then that’s all you need. The maximum that can be supplied is hand protection.
It is not designed for hard cross-country with jumping. But this can be fixed, although it will take a lot of time and effort. What to fix: 1) The suspension bushings are flimsy, they need to be 2 times thicker, they will have to be machined. 2) The footpegs are attached to the engine base, it can all come off, it needs to be strengthened 3) The steering wheel is not the most comfortable. If you are tall, put a larger steering wheel, or take the Irbis TTR250 (About its differences and about it in general in the next review)
If you neglect the rework, you will get this:
5) In order to be heard, we remove the glass wool from the muffler, it is very useful. And the sound is nicer. 6) We put the drive sprocket on 17 teeth, instead of the standard 16, the speed is higher, the torque is less, but in the city it is not particularly needed.
1)We stud the rubber.
I will not consider conversion for stuntriding.
There are defects, as all Chinese have, but there are no problems with spare parts, they bring a lot. But if you install non-original spare parts, then there may be problems with the tires. I looked for good cameras for 14 and 17 for a very long time, picked up the latter from the store, installed some, and left others in reserve.
Review of the Irbis TTR 125 pit bike
Lately, this particular pit bike has been trying to get the title of “people’s bike,” and for good reason. Large wheels, simple design, availability in stores and low cost - these are the main advantages of the device. Buyers for the most part don’t even know the concept of a “pit bike”; they buy the TTR 125 as a first motorcycle for training or as a moped for the dacha (in the village), for trips along paths for picking mushrooms and fishing. They are not chasing the brand, beauty, multi-colored anodized aluminum parts, or the classic form factor (with 14/12 wheels). Most want the cheapest price on the market, simplicity of design, field repair with an ax and availability of spare parts. And with the latter, judging by the widespread use of the device, there should be no problems. Irbis TTR really that good ?
Technical characteristics of IRBIS TTR 125
Engine type and volume: 4t, 125cc. Engine power: 8.2 hp Transmission: 4-speed manual transmission, chain Fuel tank volume: 3.2 l Overall dimensions: 1700x780x1100 mm Dry weight: 67 kg Tires (front/rear): 17 / 14 Brakes (front/rear): disc / disc Features: powerful 125 cc engine .cm., off-road tires 14/17′, engine protection
Engine
The engine is copied from the reliable Honda engine HONDA CUB. In the TTR 125, the clutch breaks the connection between the kick and the engine, so you can only start it in “neutral” - a good protection against error. True, during the test I had to master the old method of launching - “from the pusher”, since the beautiful shiny kick lever flew off after the second launch along with the accompanying parts. We managed to find the parts, but it was impossible to assemble the mechanism with a tight spring in the field. The unit clearly needs improvement. The TTR 125 engine pulls superbly, and in first gear it easily gets on the rear wheel “from the gas”, and allows you to get underway in “second” and even “third”. It’s not very clear why the “kid” needs trial skills, but someone will probably like to “goat.” In general, “125” just encourages you to light it up. But the fact that the “neutral” of her “four-step” is at the very bottom, and not between “first” and “second”, was somewhat discouraging. And it’s not even a matter of habit - it develops quickly - but the fact that it’s not without reason that designers all over the world use a circuit with an intermediate “neutral”. Imagine that on a steep climb you shift down and suddenly... you find yourself in “neutral”. And there is often no time left to restart the gear.
Suspension
The TTR 125 suspensions are frankly disappointing: they are too soft in compression and too tight in rebound (especially the rear), so on a more or less uneven road the saddle turns into a wooden stool, and you have to save yourself by standing on the pegs. And when hitting bumps, the front suspension breaks all the way - I note, with the weight of the rider in the equipment only 70 kg!
Brakes
The brakes are hydraulic with reinforced hoses and turned out to be not very good, especially the front one. It is faulty - the “floating bracket” hardly moved on the guides. Therefore, apart from the creaking, nothing intelligible could be achieved from it, although by the end of the test it had developed somewhat.
Electrics
When purchasing a new motorcycle, pay close attention to checking the electrical system, because... Since in these devices the only electrical element is the headlight, it will not be difficult to turn it on. Unfortunately, Chinese manufacturers often have such a drawback as unconnected wires, and in order not to rack your brains over this in the garage, it is better to check everything when purchasing. Wiring diagram added to Manuals section
Advantages and disadvantages
Like many other motorcycles, this model has a number of advantages:
- Light weight;
- Comfortable fit for short people (for example, teenagers);
- The engine and other components are not covered by plastic casing, which allows for quick and easy repair or replacement;
- Details of the snow leopard ttr 125 with impressive characteristics can be found in any specialized store.
Among the disadvantages of the snow leopard ttr 125, it is worth noting the following:
- A motorcycle is inconvenient for people taller than 170 cm and above.
- Problems often arise with the carburetor on the Irbis TTR 125 pit bike, so it should be replaced some time after purchase.
- During the cold season, the equipment may not start the first time.
- Some motorcyclists find the irbis ttr 125 chain rather weak.
- Kickstarter needs to be improved.
- The stand does not provide sufficient stability.
Irbis TTR 125
The cross-country motorcycle Irbis TTR 125 from, positioning itself in the pit bike on the motorcycle market, belongs to the category of full-fledged motorcycles with a volume of 125 cubic meters.
The TTR 125 is not just a reduced-size motorcycle, it occupies a special niche in the classification, which has its own glorious history, it is the so-called pit bike (a mini motorcycle for off-road racing among teenagers, such racing is especially popular in America).
The founder of the class was the pitbike Honda XR 50, which was equipped with a four-stroke 50 cc engine. This motor was developed back in the early 60s for the Honda Super Cub scooter. Pit bikes are entry-level sports motorcycles; they are simple in design and easy to maintain and operate.
Despite its long-standing popularity in the world, in Russia this class is just beginning to win its fans, and the Irbis company, which represents Chinese equipment on our market under its own brand, is one of the first to offer a stylish and high-quality pit bike.
This sports bike is not intended for riding on public roads, but that's okay, since it has a wide range of applications. You can ride it outside the city, through forests and fields, or on specially designated trails.
Irbis TTR 125 is primarily suitable for teaching motorcycle or moped driving skills. Any site where there is no traffic is suitable for organizing training. The sports skills acquired in practice will not only give a general idea of motocross motorcycles, but will also be useful in normal city driving on any road or sports motorcycles.
The technical characteristics of this two-wheeled “device” are not distinguished by their modesty. Firstly, the motorcycle is equipped with a rather peppy 125 cubic centimeter engine, originating from the Honda Cub. This engine is unique not only for its successful design, but also for its safety margin and resource consumption.
In addition to the cub engine with a characteristic almost horizontal cylinder, the Irbis TTR 125 pit bike is distinguished by a unique frame of the so-called spine type, in which the engine is suspended from below. The frame resembles a birdcage shape and is painted bright red. This type of frame design is used on iconic Ducati motorcycles.
The spoked wheels, all-terrain tires and all-wheel disc brakes not only look good, but are extremely efficient and require virtually no maintenance. Compared to drum brakes, disc brakes perform much better in difficult road conditions: mud, snow, rain. But don’t forget about the special cross-country tires installed on the motorcycle, which also provide invaluable assistance during braking and acceleration.
Cross bikes usually do not have lighting equipment. Firstly, it increases the weight of the motorcycle, and, secondly, it is very easy to damage if dropped frequently. For ease of use at night, this model is equipped with a simple headlight. If necessary, it can be removed by replacing it, for example, with a special “plug”. It is also advisable to change the front wing to a higher one, but this is more related to the tuning section of the Irbis TTR 125.
This motorcycle can be used all year round, both in summer and winter. Since it is not intended for use on public roads, it does not require registration with the traffic police, as well as with technical supervision authorities. A driver's license category "A" is also not required.
Technical characteristics of Irbis TTR 125
As you may have guessed, for that kind of money you are unlikely to get a powerful motorcycle with the characteristics of an expensive Japanese pit bike. This model belongs to the budget class, and its technical characteristics are a bit similar to the Racer Enduro 150 or Kayo T2 motorcycles. Below is a complete description of the motorcycle data.
It is worth noting that some of the data stated by the manufacturer may be slightly inaccurate. Judging by the reviews, it is impossible for two people to ride a pit bike; it is simply too weak for this, even though the stated maximum load is 150 kg. Also, many complain that the maximum speed does not exceed 80 km/h, while the specifications indicate 100 km/h. But the motorcycle still has its advantages: it has a high-quality braking system, a suspension that is comfortable for difficult movements, and excellent handling. The latter parameter was achieved thanks to the use of high-quality rubber, which ultimately allows the motorcycle to overcome the most difficult off-road conditions.
Buy Irbis TTR 125
The price for the new 2012 model starts at 31-33 thousand rubles. Depending on the dealer stores selling this motorcycle, prices may vary. In used condition. this model can be found for 15-20 thousand rubles. When buying a used bike, the price will depend on the mileage, year of manufacture and general condition of the motorcycle.
Conclusion: Irbis TTR 125 is a good cross-country motorcycle made in China. In terms of price/quality ratio, we can say that it is one of the market leaders in its class. A lightweight, technologically advanced and simply beautiful pit bike is suitable for educational purposes and off-road riding not only for teenagers, but also for adults.
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Technical characteristics of snow leopard ttr 125
The Irbis TTR 125r motorcycle has the following technical characteristics:
| Dimensions (length; width; height) | 190; 78; 113 cm |
| Weight (dry) | 67 kg |
| Maximum speed | 100 km/h |
| Fuel tank volume | 3.2 l |
| Load capacity | 150 kg |
| Engine | 4-stroke 1-cylinder air-cooled |
| Fuel consumption | approximately 2 l/100 km |
| Engine capacity | 125 cc cm |
| Start | Kickstarter |
| Engine power | 8.2 l. With. at 7500 rpm |
| Brake system | Separate hydraulic |
| Suspensions (front; rear) | Inverted telescopic fork; pendulum with monoshock absorber |
The compact dimensions of the irbis ttr 125 motorcycle and other technical characteristics ensured the popularity of the model. A reliable braking system, as well as high-quality suspension, allow the driver to feel full control over the road even when driving off-road. That is why we can say that the Irbis TTR 125 motocross motorcycle is ideal for beginner motorcyclists who are attracted to crazy off-road racing.
In the photo of the irbis ttr 125 you can see its stylish design, powerful wheels and small dimensions.
