Kickstarter - is it needed in a modern motorcycle?

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List of noteworthy motorcycle models with automatic transmission

Although Honda’s first experiment was not successful, since then the company has released several bikes with automatic transmissions, which have not left even mechanical supporters indifferent:

• Honda DN-01 - the bike was presented in 2005 at the Tokyo Auto Show and impressed the public with its futuristic design. As for the transmission, it took the company about 20 years to develop it. And the result shows that the time was not wasted. Convenient control, smooth maneuverability and adaptability to the situation are ensured by the implemented automatic, sport and triptronic modes.

• Honda VFR 1200FD - this model joins the list of sports touring bikes with the maximum level of comfort even when traveling long distances. Confident control over the equipment is guaranteed not only by a reliable automatic transmission, but also by the applied racing technologies that have proven themselves in the Moto Grand Prix.

• Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin is a fairly aggressive touring bike with a two-cylinder liter engine at its heart. The transmission offers two operating modes: on- and off-road – for highway and off-road, respectively.

• Honda NC 700 SD and NC 750 XD are similar bikes in appearance and character, the first of which is a road model, and the second is a touring enduro. Common to the NC series: a two-cylinder engine developed on the basis of the Honda Jazz engine. Optionally, models are equipped with a dual-clutch transmission for those wishing to use both manual and automatic transmission control.

NC 700 SD

NC 750 XD

• Honda NM4 02 is a creation of 2014, the designers of which were inspired by Japanese anime. The driver has a 745 cc engine with 54 horsepower at his disposal. Version 02 is equipped with side cases made of durable plastic.

• Honda Silverwing 600 is a high-spirited representative of the maxi-scooter class with a 50 hp engine. and a working volume of 582 cm3.

The listed motorcycles with automatic transmissions are successfully competed by other “Japanese” motorcycles. For example, representatives of ]Yamaha[/anchor]:

• Yamaha T-Max 500 is a lightweight scooter both in control and in weight (only 203 kg). The updated Yamaha T-Max 530 boasts, in addition to an increased engine capacity, a stylish instrument panel, a larger rear brake disc, an adjustable windshield and a dynamic, streamlined design. There is everything for a comfortable daily commute to work, avoiding traffic jams.

T-MAX 500

T-MAX 530

• Yamaha FJR 1300AS is a victory of electronics over mechanics and any effort. Here, electronics control everything: clutch, speed and even suspension.

• Yamaha N-MAX 155 is an excellent scooter for a fun ride around the city. The 150 cc engine produces 12 hp. and consumes only 2.4 liters of fuel per 10 km.

Suzuki also has something to offer automatic transmission fans. For example, the Suzuki Skywave 400 and Suzuki Skywave 650 scooters are compact models with a 400 and 650 cc engine, respectively, known in Europe under the name Burgman. Skywave scooters are also available with a 125 cc engine, which allows you to use them in Russia with an A1 category license.

If you want to try out the legendary Kawasaki Ninja but don't want to bother with a manual transmission, there's also an automatic version available.

Motorcycle modifications

The very first version was called ZiD 50 01, and it is this that is the classic “Pilot”. modification 50 02 was designed , and the “Active” is exactly the same mokick, but slightly modified in appearance. And later the bike was replaced by a ZiD Lifan, equipped with a Chinese 4-stroke engine and a new transmission.

Design

The moped looks like a small enduro, which it is. Long-travel suspensions, a raised tail, a raised muffler, a minimum of plastic - when you look at the photo, it immediately becomes clear that it was created for rough terrain. Of course, the Mokik ZiD 50 Pilot cannot be called a full-fledged two-wheeled SUV, but it copes well with country roads and dirt roads.

The principle of operation of the automatic machine on bikes

The classic motorcycle automatic transmission is based on a drum. Pads are attached to it on one side, somewhat similar to brake pads. Their second end is secured with springs.

When the drum rotates, centrifugal force occurs. It causes the pads to separate. They are pressed against the outer drum. In this way, it is possible to transmit torque as efficiently as possible.

Honda NC700XD

After minor modifications to the Honda NC700XD motorcycle, the world saw a version with the letter “D” at the end, indicating that the bike is equipped with an automatic transmission. Since the device is classified as a “tourist”, motorcycle owners will drive it mainly on straight, good roads. It is not recommended to drive it off-road.

The Honda NC700XD is designed for long trips over long distances. This is reflected in the design of the automatic transmission, which transmits high torque, mainly at medium and high speeds. Standing on a sawhorse and riding wheelie style will not work on this machine.

Reviews about the pros and cons of motorcycles with automatic transmission

The main and undeniable advantage of such bikes is comfort and ease of operation. Here, even powerful 600 cc engines can operate in a gentle mode, while keeping up with the acceleration time of the mechanics.

Among the disadvantages, it is worth noting higher gas consumption and design complexity. Most motorcycles in Moscow are still equipped with a classic gearbox, which means that parts for it are much easier to find. Therefore, when choosing an automatic machine, pay special attention to the characteristics and condition of the bike.

An excellent solution is to make a purchase at a Japanese motorcycle auction. Here you can find both the above-mentioned “Asians” and famous “Europeans”, such as BMW, Aprilia, Ducati. The best part is that all the equipment has no mileage in the Russian Federation, and before purchasing you can read the technical report. And you don’t have to think about how to clear a motorcycle through customs. Synergosmoto will take care of paperwork and delivery of the purchase to your home.

Conclusion

The ZiD 50 Pilot motorcycle is perfect as a first bike on which you can learn the basics of riding. The simple design will help you learn to understand the design of motorcycle equipment, and the solid ground clearance will make it possible to drive where the owners of many large bikes do not dare to venture.

Specifications

Technical characteristics of ZiD Pilot 50

ZiD Pilot is inferior to all modern analogues, but when it first went on sale, it was head and shoulders above the usual “Karpaty” and “Riga”. But its technical characteristics were good for its time, which was the reason for the high popularity of the model.

Engine

A conventional 2-stroke air-cooled engine with 2 valves and one spark plug , capable of accelerating a ZiD Pilot moped to 60 kilometers per hour . The manufacturer declared a maximum speed of 50 km/h , but this was done so that, according to the documents, the bike meets the requirements for mopeds. Engine power is 2.7 horsepower , torque is about 2 Nm .

Transmission

The archaic 3-speed gearbox works very smoothly. Unlike Chinese pit bikes, the gears are changed like on a motorcycle - the first one is down, the rest are up. The third can be safely engaged already at 30 km/h.

Chassis and brakes

It's hard to come up with something simpler. ZiD Pilot 50 has a steel frame , mechanical drum brakes on both wheels and a standard suspension, with a telescopic fork at the front and a monoshock absorber at the rear. The suspensions do not have high energy intensity, but since the moped is designed for one person, they are enough.

Electronics

There is practically no
electronic filling in the Pilot . It doesn't even have a battery! So the light optics are powered directly from the generator . There is no electric starter either - please be content with the kickstarter. Everything is simple, even primitive, and therefore very reliable.

Weight and dimensions

The dry weight of the moped is only 87 kg , and the loaded weight is about 100 kg . Any motorcyclist, even an inexperienced one, can handle the ZiD 50 Pilot. And thanks to its modest dimensions, the mokik can easily make its way between cars in traffic jams if its owner gets carried into the city. But it is better to avoid traveling on busy roads, since the bike clearly does not have enough power for them.

Controllability

Thanks to its modest weight and compact dimensions, the ZiD 50 01 moped is not just easy to control, but very easy. You just need to get used to the ease with which it tilts and the steering wheel, which is not very convenient for long-armed drivers.

Fuel consumption

A 2t engine, by definition, is not economical, and the mokik from the factory named after. Degtyareva, without hesitation, consumes up to 2.5 liters of gasoline per 100 km . The ZiD Lifan version with a 4t engine has lower fuel consumption, and the Chinese replaced the archaic K 39 carburetor with their own, more modern one.

Owner reviews

Zid 50 is my first bike!! I remember my impressions - it drives powerfully, in the pits you don’t even have to slow down, it brakes confidently! Sometimes I had problems, the carb died after a couple of weeks, otherwise it was fine. I sold it a long time ago, of course, but the pleasant memories remain. Alexander, Pushkino.

I still keep the Lifanov modification in the village; in the summer I ride to the store and on errands. A simple and reliable car, know to change your oil on time and ride as long as you like. Only the candles die often. Dmitry, Tula.

A good moped for its era, but now it cannot stand up to competition; any cheap Chinese scooter will not yield to it. In the current realities, I do not recommend it. Boris, Komsomolsk-on-Amur.