IZH 56

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IZH 56
Manufacturer
IZH
Production 1956
Class Classic
Engine
air-cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder
Bore / Stroke 71.1mm x 71.1mm
Compression ratio 6.8:1
Horsepower 13.01 HP (9.7 KW) @ 4200RPM
Torque 6.64 ft/lbs (9.0 Nm) @ 4000RPM
Fuel System carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 4-speed, manual
Final Drive: chain
Suspension Front: telescopic fork
Rear: dual shocks
Brakes Front: drum
Rear: drum
Front Tire 3.25x19
Rear Tire 3.25x19
Length 83.31 inches (2116 mm)
Width 30.71 inches (780 mm)
Weight 158.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The IZH 56 was a air-cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder Classic motorcycle produced by IZH in 1956. Max torque was 6.64 ft/lbs (9.0 Nm) @ 4000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 13.01 HP (9.7 KW) @ 4200 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 71.1mm bore x 71.1mm stroke result in a displacement of just 346.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 4-speed, manual transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.25x19 front tire and a 3.25x19 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via drum in the front and a drum in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual shocks.

1956 - 1962 IZH 56[edit | edit source]

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The 1956 IZH 56 is the predecessor of the acclaimed Planeta two-wheeler, and has, at its heart, an air-cooled, two-stroke, 346cc, single cylinder engine paired to a four-speed manual transmission, and can produce 10 horsepower and 13 Nm of torque. This Soviet motorcycle had full fenders, a dual seat, laced wheels, a 14-liter fuel tank and could reach a claimed top speed of 100 kph. In addition, this motorcycle could be purchased with an easy-to-detach sidecar.