Motorcycle Irbis Z1: specifications and reviews (photos)

Today's motorbike market provides the potential consumer with the richest selection of motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, mokees and even snowmobiles. From the variety of trade brands, eyes just flee. Some of them appeared recently. Others are well-established companies that have been supplying their products to the market for decades.

Among this variety there is certainly a motorcycle that meets your requirements for the model, color, technical characteristics and cost. However, at the very moment of choice, the variety of models provided suddenly turns from an advantage to a disadvantage.

In this article we will try to comprehensively consider why it is worth paying attention to the products of a relatively young domestic enterprise for the manufacture of motor vehicles. Under our close look, the Irbis Company falls.

The birth of the brand "Irbis"

There was a company in Vladivostok, and from there already went to conquer the capital. And I must admit it was very successful. A modest start was made in 2009. After some five years, we can already see how Irbis products have firmly taken their place in the domestic market. And this is in the conditions of severe competition for a warm place under the sun.

Why do you need to know this? The fact is that having an idea of the sources and the priority dynamics of the enterprise's development, one can more openly assess its products. Let's consider it on a concrete example of model Irbis Z1. It is one of the most popular representatives of its class.

Motorcycle Irbis Z1

One of the brainchild of Irbis was a sports bike. Remember that initially the company was founded by a group of young enthusiastic guys. They themselves collected prototypes of models and tested them. And since young people were engaged in their favorite business and designed motorcycles for themselves, their goods immediately began to be in demand. Moreover, they focused on consumers with an average income.

Irbis Z1: specifications

• Dimensions: length - 2010 mm, width - 750 mm, height - 1025 mm.
• Four-stroke single-cylinder engine.
• The maximum power is 24.5 horsepower (at 8500 engine rpm).
• The maximum torque is 20 Newton meters (at 7500 engine revolutions per minute).
• The working volume of the engine is 250.1 cm.
• Water cooling of the engine.
• Six-speed manual transmission.
• Disc brakes (rear and front).
• Fuel tank with a capacity of 16 liters.
• The front tire is 110 / 70-17.
• The rear tire is 150 / 70-17.
• Rubber for road.
• The wheelbase is 1400 mm.
• Electronic instrument panel.
• LED direction indicators.
• Dual power headlights.
• Develops a maximum speed of 140 km / h in 12-15 seconds.
• Carrying capacity - a maximum of 150 kilograms.

Appearance

Over the external luster of this representative of sports motorcycles designers have worked on the glory. Irbis Z1 has a pronounced aggressive appearance. The owner of such equipment is doomed to attention from others. Developers managed to combine comfort and safety of movement with a bright style and memorable image.

Especially I want to pay attention to the design of the original muffler, organically fit into the overall look of the model, but at the same time, further emphasizing its identity.

Manufacturers offer variants of the case Irbis Z1 four colors - yellow, blue, green and red.

Owner feedback

Whatever technical data the sellers in car dealers do not piss out, our person is always much more interested in hearing reviews of real motorcycle owners. It's not surprising, because the one who traveled hundreds of kilometers and experienced all the delights of this transport on his own skin, will certainly be able to provide more valuable and interesting information than someone who knows about the motorcycle only from the accompanying documentation.

So let's see what the motorcyclists say themselves.

• Motorcycle Irbis Z1 250s is trouble-free, reliable, but it is very difficult to attribute it to high-speed technology. Without problems gets into the cold. He is not afraid of water. Absolutely unpretentious in service. Comfortable in management. Good maneuverability and dynamics. Sometimes motorists are somewhat embarrassed by the presence of only one shock absorber (although when dismantling the rear wheel it's great to facilitate the task).
• Motorcycle Irbis Z1 250 perfectly copes with its purpose. Not bad at all and, more importantly, a viable representative of his breed.
• Works reliably and reliably.
• Excellent power. However, it is necessary to be cautious, because the device is heavy and it is not easy to keep it.
• Quite normal motorcycle. For fans of serious contests is not suitable, but to drive for the soul - it is.
• Very attractive design. Perfect aerodynamics. The engine runs smoothly. Started with a half-turn. A familiar (not circular) gear shift.
• Left on the model Irbis Z1 250 reviews (on forums and similar resources) are quite truthful.

disadvantages

No matter how good the product is, but if we hear only positive feedback, doubts start to creep in, it's too good to be true. Therefore, you should not keep silent about the shortcomings.

In all forums where owners discuss Irbis Z1, reviews are full of complaints that it is very difficult to find parts on the market. However, judging by the volume of sales, in the near future this issue should lose its relevance.

In the first batch of motorcycles Irbis Z1, the fuel hose was clamped. But manufacturers responded promptly to incoming comments and corrected the shortcoming.

Some owners complain about too rigid a saddle. This can really bring considerable discomfort, especially when traveling long distances.

What can I do to make the motorcycle a faith and a truth for many years?

All motorcycles after the purchase need to break in the engine. And Irbis is no exception. In order that all parts of the piston system are best used to each other, creating a so-called "mirror", you must observe a few simple restrictions.

The first thousand kilometers should not be given the maximum load to the motor. This oh, how hard it is! Well, how is it? Buy a sports bike and not ride with the breeze? !! Ride, of course, you can. But only if you agree to sacrifice the health of your own engine for ever, or at least until the replacement of the piston system (after which it will be necessary to run-in). And at the same time and agree with the increased fuel consumption - again, for the entire subsequent period of operation of the motorcycle.

Therefore, it is much more reasonable to show patience in order to subsequently enjoy the smooth and uninterrupted operation of your two-wheeled trotter.

By the way, it's better to change engine oil immediately. Only in this case you can be sure of its cleanliness and quality. It's not even the manufacturers' negligence. Simply, there is a high probability that in the process of assembly, the smallest steel chips could get into the engine oil. And this turns even a high-quality lubricant into an abrasive.

To carry passengers in the first thousand kilometers is also imposed a moratorium. Yes Yes! This applies to your favorite girl too! Regardless of her physique.

Nakativ 700-800 kilometers, you can begin to increase the load. Do this periodically and for short periods of time. Listen carefully to the sound of the motor. Do not let him roar like an injured bear. The sound will help determine the optimum number of revolutions better than the instruments.

Required package of documents

Motorcycle of this class must be registered. To do this you will need:

1. Statement.
2. Receipt of payment for services.
3. Technical passport of the motorcycle.
4. Insurance policy.
5. Contract of sale.
6. Customs declaration (not always).
7. Passport.

On the road, you always need to have the right to operate a technical vehicle (in this case a motorcycle), a technical passport and an insurance policy. Also, the law prescribes the mandatory use of a helmet.

I go out alone on the road…

When you buy a sports bike, it turns out to be not just the purchase of a vehicle. Such an aggregate, like "Irbis", is purchased not for trips to the supermarket and not even to comfortably get to work. A motorcycle is not only a vehicle, it is freedom.

Few things can compare with the feeling when you are in the saddle of a native bike, under the wheels a road drifts, and the wind plays with you in catch-up. Walking on a motorcycle can relieve stress several times better than any alcohol. You can get to those parts of your native places that you did not even know about.

Buying a motorcycle, you automatically become a member of a huge community of people. And on the sports "Irbis" you will find yourself in the ranks of the elite of this society.