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RU-MOTO rating

• Reliability
• Chassis
• Appearance
• Comfort

3.8

Verdict

A generation grew up on this motorcycle and it is impossible to deny its contribution to the life of the domestic motorcycle industry. Therefore, no matter how many minuses or pluses this motorcycle has, it is worth preserving those released copies and treating them with special warmth and care. After all, this is already part of our history.

The motorcycle was produced by the Izhevsk Machine-Building Plant from 1987 to 2008.

Over the 20 years of production, the basic concept of the motorcycle has remained the same as what the developers intended - it is a middle-class motorcycle designed for travel on public roads, regardless of the type of surface.

If necessary, it was possible to change the adjustment of the rear suspension of the motorcycle for comfortable movement in off-road conditions. The motorcycle had a side trailer, which allowed it to carry one more passenger. Although in rural areas the “cradle” was often used as a body for various types of cargo.

Motorcycle price

Due to the fact that production of the model ceased more than 7 years ago, finding a new motorcycle today is simply unrealistic. Even those models that have been collecting dust in warehouses for a long time awaiting a new owner are sold out. But for lovers of classic motorcycles produced by Russian factories, today you can find a large amount of used equipment for a quite reasonable price. Thus, IZH “Planet-5” produced in 1987 costs about $200. Older 1992 models cost between $250 and $400, depending on technical condition. Motorcycle of recent years of production - (there are very few such copies) $800.

Screenshot of the price of a 1993 Izh Planet 5 motorcycle. @avito

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Prices for the Izh Planet motorcycle of 5 different years of manufacture. @moto.auto.ru

The screenshots above show that the price of a motorcycle ranges from 10,000 to 65,000 rubles, depending on the condition and year of manufacture.

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About the motorcycle

I discovered the motorcycle, as well as the Soviet motorcycle industry in general, not long ago, a year ago, when one rainy day a friend and I remembered the old warehouse where this motorcycle had stood for almost 5 years, it was there for a reason, one day a would-be mechanic mixed up the generator wire, and as a result it ended up in the wrong phase, because of this the ignition coil (woman), spark plugs were knocked out, and in general the electrics did not behave correctly, so I’ll continue, they pulled him out into the street, removed the tank, filled him with gasoline, and started, the motorcycle worked steadily, and started just as accurately, despite the long downtime, the condition as a whole was 4. As a result, the same trouble began, the coils began to burn, no one could “give it some sense”, because everyone was “professionals” they already did everything that they knew, but nothing worked until I put it in the hands of a wonderful man who had ridden on scoops all his life, done everything, rode a motorcycle for a season without a single breakdown, the motorcycle is very versatile, able to take you at any time , to any place, the suspension is good for our roads, the potholes are not particularly noticeable, the engine is very strong at the bottom, of course you need to get used to the engine itself and its noise, which is what I later did. The motorcycle is very reliable, it has never failed anywhere, not in the frost of the night, not on a hot summer day. And although at first I was quite skeptical about the “Motosovkoprom”, after one season I realized that all the myths about the unreliability of our Soviet motorcycles, in fact, are nothing more than myths, you just need to at least basicly monitor the motorcycle, do everything as indicated in the manual, and then both he and the owner will be happy. So, the season was over and a frosty, rainy autumn came, there was no desire to ride, because the dampness and cold wind were hitting me in the face, the rest of the steel horses were already being preserved, and this friend was still standing in the garage and looking at me every times when I went into this very garage, without hesitation, I decided to restore it, because the motorcycle was not just my good friend, but also history, because its purchase dates back to the already distant 2008, my father bought it from an old family friend, that is, in fact, I am the third owner, and maybe the second, because my father almost never drove it at all. I'll continue. The restoration lasted a long time, just like winter, on dark, frosty evenings I sat in the garage and took apart screw by screw, in the end, after completely disassembling the motorcycle, the search began for the necessary spare parts, a new Soviet (from storage) muffler and a right-hand remote control switch were purchased , a lot of consumables, cast Soviet, again, wheels, direction indicators and so on, ad infinitum. Next, assembly, tuning, and the search for problems that had not yet been resolved began, and it was also decided to immediately restore the side trailer, it was completely protected from corrosion, a 15-watt motorcycle audio system was installed in the rear luggage compartment (Alas, the generator is no longer allows), the bottom was covered with “anti-gravel”, and now it is like this, beautiful, freshly painted, with primer and varnish, a motorcycle shining in the sun. The project itself was not cheap, but I don’t regret it at all, because the attention of others, and simply the admiring glances of grandfathers, fathers, and just people who understand motorcycle equipment are worth more than any money.

Passport details

Volume From 251 to 600 cm³ Max. power 22 hp Year of manufacture 1990 Year of purchase 2008

Specifications

The main technical characteristics of the IZH Planet-5 motorcycle are:

• engine – single-cylinder two-stroke with a volume of 350 cubic centimeters, the maximum developed power reaches 20 horsepower at 4850 rpm;
• air cooling system is standard for most domestic motorcycles;
• The engine lubrication system is combined with the fuel system;
• the weight of the unloaded motorcycle is 165 kg;
• the maximum load of the motorcycle without a sidecar is 150 kg and another 20 can be put on the trunk;
• maximum speed 120 kilometers per hour;
• Fuel consumption at a speed of 90 kilometers per hour is 5 liters, at 60 it drops to 4;
• The fuel used is AI-76 gasoline with oil (for 1 part oil, 25 parts gasoline).

I would especially like to dwell on the engine of the model. It turned out to be extremely successful and unpretentious. In later modifications of the motorcycle, the manufacturer replaced the joint lubrication system with a separate one, in which the main link was the oil pump. The device made it possible to switch the lubrication mode depending on the load characteristics of the engine in a ratio of 1 to 25 or 1 to 100. To meter the fuel supply and prepare the gasoline mixture, a K-62I carburetor was used, which was replaced by the K-65I in later modifications. The gearbox is made according to a three-shaft design in a single housing with the engine.

The frame of the IZH Planet 5 motorcycle is welded, consisting of hollow thick-walled tubes. The front suspension is dependent, telescopic, which allows you to feel quite comfortable on rough terrain. The rear suspension is independent with hydraulic shock absorbers and a working spring.

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History of creation

The IZH Planet-7 bike became a continuation of one of the most popular series among domestic motorcycles. For a long time, the palm in this class was held by its predecessor under index 5.

Important design features of the car in question include the presence of a more comfortable seat with a pencil case, a significantly narrower fuel tank that makes it easier to get into, as well as updated optics and direction indicators. The designers also worked to improve the suspension, which made it more confident to hold the road regardless of the surface.

Repair and tuning

Repair

Over the long period of production, the IZH Planet-5 motorcycle has acquired a large army of fans who have developed methods for repairing and modernizing almost any module.

The motorcycle has clearly established itself as an unpretentious vehicle. However, it had to be repaired quite often, although this does not require special skills. It's all about the resource of spare parts and improper care of the motorcycle. Often the motorcycle is used in rural areas without an air filter and with low-quality oil. So for fans of this technology, it will not be a surprise to replace the piston once a season.

In the first models, the malfunction of the motorcycle's electrical circuit progressed, which consisted mainly of poor-quality terminal connections and oxidation of the battery contacts. Therefore, popular technical magazines of those years quickly published the electrical circuit diagram of the IZH Planet-5 motorcycle.

Electrical circuit of Izh Planeta 5.

The design of the model itself was not particularly intricate or complex, which allowed even a non-specialist to understand its structure.

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Electrical diagram

Spare parts

The motorcycle is unpretentious and does not require close attention. The main complaints are caused by the poor quality of the batteries and the rapid failure of the ignition switch. But, despite the fact that the model has not been produced for more than 7 years, spare parts are available to the average owner. Thus, the website zapchasti-izh.ru presents a wide list of parts necessary for repairs of any complexity. For example, an ignition switch costs about $2.

Tuning

An army of fans of the reliable IZH Planet-5 motorcycle model tried in every possible way to change its appearance in order to stand out from the crowd and adapt it as much as possible to their taste:

IZH is a cool sportbike

Izh "Planet-5". There's something about him

Izh - Bandit.

Made from the Planet ATV

Converting Izh into a sportbike.

Features of the new motorcycle “IZH Planeta-7”

The new bike from Izhevsk designers, due to its lighter weight and five-range gearbox, has higher dynamic parameters than its predecessor. All changes have significantly modernized the new product, including design.

The simple design of the motorcycle and the unification of many parts with Planet-5 greatly facilitated the operation, repair and maintenance of the unit, including with your own hands.

To ensure reliable operation of all components and increase their service life, it is necessary to replenish the oil in a timely manner, as well as carry out technical inspections (TO-1, TO-2, TO-3) according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Advantages and disadvantages

pros

• Comfortable fit.
• Good maneuverability.
• Unpretentiousness.
• Price.
• Repairability.

Minuses

• Small resource.
• Noisy engine.
• Toxic engine.
• Outdated model.
• Tight clutch.
• Vibrations.
• Motorcycle weight.

The main disadvantage of the model is the ill-conceived electrical supply system. The maximum voltage that the generator develops at a power of 350 W and high engine speeds reaches 30 V, which is quite enough to damage the battery charging system.

Competitors

On the domestic market there were several modifications of motorcycles in the same class, which were in direct competition with Planet-7:

1. Iconic model of Czech production “Java-350-638”. The device was equipped with a 350-horsepower engine producing 26 “horses” with two cylinders.
2. "Minsk-125". A lightweight motorcycle, known to the general public since Soviet times, it is practical, unpretentious in operation and maintenance.
3. "Voskhod 3M". The well-known series from the plant in Kovrov, this line has received updates to almost all important components. Engine capacity – 175 cubic meters. cm.

Verdict

The Izhevsk plant is currently controlled by AvtoVAZ and assembles LADA Vesta cars. The production of motorcycles has been discontinued, so it is becoming increasingly rare to see these motorcycles on city streets or the vast expanses of villages. A generation grew up on this motorcycle and it is impossible to deny its contribution to the life of the domestic motorcycle industry. Therefore, no matter how many minuses or pluses this motorcycle has, it is worth preserving those released copies and treating them with special warmth and care. After all, this is already part of our history.

Owner reviews

Consumer responses to the motorcycle in question vary. Among the advantages, many owners highlight the affordable cost, acceptable fuel consumption, sufficient power, attractive design and high level of maintainability. Despite its rather impressive dimensions, the bike is quite suitable for beginners and girls.

Opponents claim that IZH Planet-7 has absorbed most of the problematic “moments” from its predecessors. Among the disadvantages are unreliable brakes, angularity, and lack of power when using a trailer. In addition, users complain about the unreliable operation of the electronic ignition and rapid oil consumption.