Motorcycle 125 (1985): technical specifications, photos, videos

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• Reliability
• Chassis
• Appearance
• Comfort

3.5

Verdict

The motorcycle is not distinguished by any special indicators of power, reliability, or individuality. At the same time, do not forget that the motorcycle has an affordable price. It is a technique suitable for trips to the country, to the forest, or leisurely driving in the city. Great as a first motorcycle.

Minsk D4 125 is a representative of the updated Belarusian model range. The model received an attractive design and a new four-stroke engine. Minsk D4 125 was developed and produced with the assistance of Chinese developers, which left a certain mark on the model - low cost, and, accordingly, mediocre reliability of many components.

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Motorcycle Minsk D4 125

Technical characteristics Minsk D4 125

The motorcycle has the following main technical characteristics:

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• the weight of the unloaded model is 100 kg;
• consumption 2.5 liters per 100 km on the highway;
• engine – four-stroke;
• the tank holds 12 liters;
• gearbox – mechanical;
• starter – electric;
• brakes – disc/drum;
• maximum speed 100 kilometers per hour.

The motorcycle reaches a maximum speed of 100 kilometers when carrying one passenger weighing no more than 120 kilograms.

Modifications

The range of road motorcycles "Minsk" includes 17 different versions:

• the pioneer among all is, of course, the M1A-Moscow, manufactured in 1951;
• "M1M" was produced from 1956 to 1961;
• "M-103" was produced from 1962 to 1964;
• “M-104” - the model was in production from 1964 to 1967;
• "M-105" - (1967 - 1971);
• "M-106" was produced from 1971 to 1973;
• "MMVZ-3.111" was produced in the period 1973 - 1976;
• “3.115” - years of production 1976 - 1980;
• "3.112" was produced from 1982 to 1995.

In subsequent years, modifications were produced: “MINSK - D4-125”, “CX-200”, “R-250”, “C4-250”, “C4-200”, “M-125”, “M-125X”, "S4-125", "S-125".

Three enduro class models were also created:

A separate list includes sports modifications:

• models “M-201K” and “M-201M”, released in 1956 and intended for multi-day competitions;
• "Minsk ShK-125" - road-circuit racing;
• "M-213" (1969) - multi-day competition;
• MINSK RX 450, MINSK RX 250, MMVZ-3.221, 3.225, MMVZ-3.229 - motocross;
• "3.227" was produced between 1987 and 1991 for circuit racing;
• model "MMVZ-3.232", produced in 1993, for trial competitions.

Spare parts and repairs

Of course, it is difficult to say that the new Minsk has inherited the reliability and unpretentiousness of its two-stroke ancestor, but it cannot be called bad either. The engine, although it is a Chinese design, works properly and, if used correctly, can demonstrate a good service life.

Minsk has long established itself as a national brand, and now it is trying to maintain its name.

Many consumables and spare parts can be easily found on the Internet at an affordable price. As for residents of the Republic of Belarus, there are purchasing options in MotoVelo stores.

The motorcycle has an extremely simple design, so almost any breakdown can be repaired in your own garage.

Stick to your roots

Of course, modern modifications bear little resemblance to equipment produced more than sixty years ago. But the solutions incorporated by German developers into the DKW RT 125 motorcycle allowed the designers to go through evolution and create completely modern models like the Minsk 125 sport or Minsk D4.

This is well remembered in the Belarusian company, which changed the name of its products to M1NSK. This spelling of the brand name reveals a direct association with the founder of the entire model range, M1A.

Verdict

The motorcycle is not distinguished by any special indicators of power, reliability, or individuality. At the same time, do not forget that the motorcycle has an affordable price. It is a technique suitable for trips to the country, to the forest, or leisurely driving in the city. Great as a first motorcycle.

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Manufacturer

old Soviet motorcycles since 1951.
The plant produced a whole range of motorcycles that were perfect for domestic roads. They felt good both on asphalt and dirt. That is why the Minsk leader motorcycle is still popular. Minsk motorcycle technical characteristics can vary significantly, this makes it easy to select equipment for your needs.

Flaws

• Power, weak engine. Many people note that for the same money it is better to buy a pita. Interestingly, dealers also share this point of view. In stores next to Xmotos there will definitely be Kayo - models from a Chinese manufacturer whose main production area is pit bikes and components for them.
• Sometimes the shortcomings include the company's marketing efforts. Selling two bikes under one name. As a rule, the dealer’s price tag clearly displays the brand name and the alphanumeric abbreviation of the model. There is no information about what this cross is, or in a much smaller font.
• The disadvantages also include the need to rev the engine to the cutoff in order for the bike to somehow move.
• Some users include the absence of PTS in the list.

and dignity

The Xmotos XZ250 can be recommended for beginner racers.

The advantages include:

• light weight;
• modern appearance;
• price;
• a large number of spare parts.

A special plus is noted by those who like to create custom. “Despite the fact that XMOTOS makes its own bikes, and does not assemble them from parts - any marketing name is nothing more than a name. Already at the factory, tuned versions are produced, and if you want your own bike, you need to go shopping. Maybe there is already something that you are just going to do?”

Engine tuning

Probably every motorcyclist is a fan of dynamic riding, but the Minsk motorcycle is not particularly designed for this. Therefore, first of all, owners strive to modify the engine. You can easily add a couple of horsepower here.

Typically, cylinder boring is used for this. This way you can increase the compression ratio, and, accordingly, the engine power. Let's take a closer look at how this is done:

1. The block is ground down by 1.5 mm, the lower edge of the block head is also ground down, also by 3 mm. The motorcycle cylinder is being modified on a lathe;
2. Increase the size of the outlet and inlet openings;
3. Install new valves, better than those made in Japan;
4. The piston is being modified. They take a standard piston and fit it to the modified engine. If you do not have a special lathe, or you are not entirely confident in your abilities, then it is better to give the engine to an experienced lathe.

After such processing, the engine will receive an additional 1-2 hp. But, it is worth considering that it will be more demanding on nutrition; here it needs to fill with gasoline with an octane number of at least 92.

External tuning

Drivers often wonder how to paint a motorcycle. In general, this is also tuning. It is better not to change the color radically, just apply different designs. This way you can be guaranteed to avoid problems with traffic police officers. Be sure to install a windshield and protective arches.

This not only improves safety, but also significantly increases travel comfort. Alloy wheels are often installed. They have a more beautiful appearance, increasing the attractiveness of the motorcycle. Another type of tuning that is often found is making the lights brighter. In fact, it's not worth doing this.

It will not be possible to significantly increase the illumination of the road, but the load on the generator will increase. Therefore, think about whether you are ready to regularly repair the generator for the sake of a little brighter light.

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Price

The Minsk motorcycle, the price of which was always kept at a budget level, was accessible to all segments of the population of the former USSR. In some regions it was used as an incentive prize for particularly distinguished employees, machine operators, farmers, and shock workers of communist labor.

Currently, the Minsk motorcycle, the price of which varies from 65 to 145 thousand rubles, can be purchased at the car market. Before purchasing, it would be a good idea to evaluate the technical condition of the car from an expert point of view for further restoration. If a motorcycle is purchased for the purpose of operation, then it will necessarily require repairs, routine or major. Therefore, the future owner must make sure that the necessary spare parts can be freely purchased at retail.