Dnepr M-72H

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Dnepr M-72H
Manufacturer
Production 1956
Class Naked
Engine
Two horizontally opposed cylinders, 4 strokes, air cooled
Compression ratio 5.5:1
Horsepower 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 4600RPM
Transmission Gear box: 4 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Brakes Front: Drum
Rear: Drum
Weight
Manuals Service Manual


The Dnepr M-72H was a Two horizontally opposed cylinders, 4 strokes, air cooled Naked motorcycle produced by Dnepr in 1956. Claimed horsepower was 21.99 HP (16.4 KW) @ 4600 RPM.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 4 Speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

Stopping was achieved via Drum in the front and a Drum in the rear.

1956 - 1959 Dnepr M-72H[edit | edit source]

1956 - 1959 Dnepr M-72H 1956 - 1959 Dnepr M-72H 1956 - 1959 Dnepr M-72H

This model is the first DNEPR. Reserved for the military of course. The H corresponds to the pendulum fork. The M-72H M-72 motorcycles were predominantly produced with a sidecar attached, although some solos made appearances for escort duties and the like.