IZH 56
IZH 56 | |
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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]
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.