Good day everyone! For quite a long time I was thinking about whether to write a post or not, the season itself has been closed for a long time, and there is no time or determination to write a story, tell my feelings, etc. everything was not. I decided to correct this situation, so for everyone who is interested, I ask for a cut, and we will talk about the first motorcycle, a Chinese one.
It turned out that I was preparing thoroughly for the opening of the season and for the purchase of the two-wheeled friend himself. Last summer I went to a driving school to study for category “A”, fortunately category “B” was already open and I had decent experience in driving a four-wheeled vehicle. But experience differs from experience; I began my acquaintance with a motorcycle from the training ground. I won’t describe this story for a long time, since I successfully skated the required hours at school, calmly passed my license and began saving for a bike and equipment.
A year later, this summer, after reviewing a bunch of sites, forums and blogs about which motorcycle is better to take first, what equipment is needed, the 2013 IRBIS TTR 250 was chosen, and this is where the fun began.
I didn’t get a motorcycle from the first few shipments, I missed it because there was a lot of work in the month of May, I hoped that I would get it by the end, but they were no longer available or there were leftovers for a decent amount (harsh Russian reality), so I had to wait right up to the beginning of July. I didn’t waste any time in vain; I slowly purchased the necessary equipment. As a result, by the time I went to pay for and pick up the motorcycle, I had almost everything from the equipment (helmet, balaclava, jacket, gloves, motorcycle boots)
I must say that after training and passing the license exam a year ago, I had never sat on a motorcycle until the moment of purchase and felt a full range of emotions before I turned the key in the ignition. At first, even your hands began to shake from excitement and thoughts that you would have to drive across all of Moscow to the garage along roads where you would not be alone. Therefore, I made a couple of circles on the site near the store (it’s good that there was such an opportunity) and, after exhaling, I set off. Actually, I have enough experience in driving a car, but for some reason those feelings that we had when we went into the city during the training process with an instructor in a car appeared at that moment. I got to the garage normally, even having managed to get caught in the rain and understand that you should always take a raincoat with you (just in case), in fact, the photo at the beginning of the post was just upon arrival from the store.
Well, then the most interesting and eventful days of motorcycle life began. Since the motorcycle is new, it was necessary to break it in, so for the first 300 km it was necessary to drive no more than 30 km/h; in fact, this was quite enough for the first experience. I ran it in as expected, everything was as written in the book that came with it) and by mid-August the speedometer had the same numbers after which it was already possible to turn off the gas and see how long it goes) I must say that we must treat This is also something to do with your head, and not in a fit of joy to turn the knob and be satisfied. Well, I rode it until about the end of September. Now it sits in the garage and waits for next season. (which is what I want myself) And the answer to the question of the need for motorcycle equipment is positive, at least for myself I realized that I need it.
A completely comfortable speed on it is approximately 80-90 km/h, but it can go 115 km/h if necessary)
By the way, the pants were purchased a month after using the motorcycle, I know that this is not very good. I drive very carefully, according to all the rules, since life in any case is the most important thing a person has.
There were no falls as such, except that due to my stupidity I carefully laid it on its side (I forgot that I had folded the footrest) and as a result the gear shift paw was slightly bent, I fixed it on the spot simply by bending it back, with my hands. Another case - on the way to work, at a turn, I slipped on the wet asphalt, didn’t even fall, I just felt that the rear wheel was moving, for some reason I stuck my foot out and, pushing off from the asphalt, straightened out the bike. (don’t even ask how this happened, since everything happened in a matter of seconds)
Over the entire period I have driven 1,728 km, which can be seen in the photo below.
There were no breakdowns as such, except for a funny incident towards the end of the season. The bolt for tightening the chain broke off, it feels like it was originally filed, it broke painfully evenly and smoothly, you can see in the photo (I took it with a phone camera, so the quality may not be very good)
I tightened the chain three times during this period. There is also a funny problem in the high and low beam headlight, there is no low beam as such, it is very weak (you will have to change the light bulb) and both the near and far beams into the sky) and this can only be treated in one way, you have to bend the piece of metal on which the headlight is attached.
Many people say that Chinese motorcycles are not motorcycles and fall apart as soon as you sit on them, I’ll answer this: depending on how and what you approach them with, technology is technology, and each technology requires care and fiddling with it, so if everything goes If you approach it head-on, the equipment will serve normally. And for a first motorcycle, I think this is an excellent option that can ultimately last for more than one season (even somewhere in dachas and forests)
Pitbike Irbis TTR-125 - reviews
Dgalab
I bought myself an Irbis TTR 125 from 2011 in 2022, immediately threw out the carburetor and steering wheel, changed the cylinder head from the engine wow, changed the oil. EVERYTHING, has never broken down, has already driven 34 hours around the city and a mask, shit and dirt. Only the chain stretched and that’s all
Restways
Advantages:
- Frisky
- fast
- easy
- will go everywhere
Flaws:
- Tires wear out on asphalt
Details:
Having just bought it, I thought that it was for beginners and for a long time I was worried that its resources would not be enough for me. But that was not the case, only after sitting on it and turning the trigger, I realized that I was mistaken. On the highway, I could calmly overtake without worrying that I might not have time to overtake and crash. Excellent cross-country ability! As on sand, so on water. I could calmly set out on a long journey, across rivers and hills, and I was always sure that I would get there. This iron horse has never let me down! I advise everyone to buy it.
Ylitka
https://irecommend.ru/content/mal-da-udal-plyusy-i-minusy-irbis-ttr-125
Advantages:
- powerful
- compactness
- easy to buy spare parts
- low cost
- low fuel consumption
Flaws:
- Chinese materials
- DIY kit
- small assembly jambs
- you can't drive around the city
Today I would like to share with you a review of the small pit bike Irbis TTR 125. Although I still wouldn’t dare call it a pit bike. A kind of small and remote sneaker, for frivolous rides. Because for something more serious, you need more serious technology. At least the same Kayo.
Although, to be honest, it is simply a sin to complain about our TTR; it has gone through thick and thin and copper pipes. Starting with theft from a paid parking lot and ending with a year of storage in a police cold garage, like a doc item.
In addition to the weak iron, which the Chinese have recently become famous for, because we can’t count how many times we adjusted the steering wheel, and that we replaced quite a lot of spare parts in it, including the head. Today it is impossible to move around the city on such a tyrchik. Since it is not equipped with anything for this and you can’t put it on the numbers, and this is not 50, this is 125, and in theory the license should be category A. Therefore, there are only problems with this. You can ride, but only in the fields. But we still need to get to the fields. Luckily it fits in our trunk.
For those who want to learn the basics of motorcycle repair and tuning, then this option is for you. Do it yourself motorcycle. Ride for a day, tinker in the garage for a week.
But still, all the shortcomings can be attributed to its low cost and, as the first such experiment, it is even quite possible.
Of course, within a couple of years, all the most unnecessary things had already flown away from him. Including the headlight, which shone absolutely disgustingly.
A big plus is low gasoline consumption and its efficiency. Also, spare parts for it are not difficult to get, but all of them will cost from 1500 and above. That is, any more or less repair can cost the cost of this motorcycle. We've definitely already invested more into it than it originally cost. But the baby is bold and fast and we love him very much no matter what.
Checkel
https://otzovik.com/review_929052.html
Advantages:
- Reliability
- quality
- availability of spare parts
Flaws:
- Except for running out of gasoline Not detected)
Good afternoon, I would like to tell you about the TTR125 pit bike, I’ve been using the device for a year now and am very pleased with it, it’s suitable for those who are just starting to learn the basics of pit bikes. Would you like to get yourself or your son an indestructible pit bike for those who are just learning? Or do you want to comfortably spend your leisure time outdoors with friends for a reasonable price?
Or. Do you want to become a good and experienced motorcycle equipment user?
This pit bike is simply created for everything listed above, taking into account the quality of its build and the reliability of spare parts! But you ask, what about spare parts, because many different models are in this sigma and some are leaving production, and some are coming! The answer is again very simple, the Irbis company has existed for a very long time and it does not leave the owners of early models to the mercy of fate, taking care of its consumer; you can find spare parts for this device in almost any store in any city. Another question immediately arises: will I find it and who will I force to change these spare parts for me? After a year of using the product, I realized that this is a very, very simple pit bike in this regard, I disassembled and reassembled it many times and never noticed the mistakes of the “disposable” design, they say, with each disassembly it gets worse and worse, the bike is very decent for the money, I ride for pleasure, what else can I say, this model, as they say, was a great success and for the first experience, I consider taking this bike a very profitable purchase. In general, I advise everyone, take it, you won’t regret it)
General impression:
An excellent device for beginners.
Vadim
https://www.critman.ru/reviews/pitbaykirbisttr125/otziv_ochenrezviybaykiotlichniyvnedorozhnik_2442.html
I always wanted to ride a motorcycle, I was already taught this, I traveled around the village a lot, borrowed from friends. In general, I like motorcycles. I decided to buy myself a small bike, but I don’t have a category A license. And then I found a very nice model Irbis TTR 125. I was told that it does not require registration with the traffic police, therefore, no documents are needed. The motorcycle looks very interesting, while being small and light. I bought it. Immediately after the purchase, I realized that China speaks for itself. I had to work on it a little, tighten the bolts, and I also replaced the rear shock absorber, otherwise everything would fly off on the first bump. After such a small technical repair, I began to ride it. But then another small problem arose: oil began to leak, and everything had to be sealed hermetically.
Perhaps the main technical malfunctions end here and continuous advantages and driving pleasure begin. Except that there were some small linings with the clutch. It is difficult to determine the type of this motorcycle. Many people call it a pit bike, but it doesn’t live up to it. But in general, a very good and playful model that can pass for a very high-quality SUV. His weight is small, 67 kg. The freight elevator fits freely. Tank 3.2 liters, engine capacity 125 cubic meters. see. I can say something about the engine separately. It is powerful, has excellent traction, and can accelerate to 100 km. Frisky and very dynamic. I would not recommend buying it to those who have never ridden motorcycles.
Beginners may not be able to do it, especially if they use it for its intended purpose - driving through meadows, holes, ditches, fields. It copes well with all obstacles, but only if the driver is skilled. Otherwise, he may jump so hard that it will be very difficult to land. You can't make sharp turns on it - you can jump a meter or a meter and a half, stand on the rear wheel and that's all. Further, Chinese production is already interfering. The hardware is too soft and unreliable, not an option for extreme sports enthusiasts. But the overall cross-country ability is pleasing. I used it as best I could, both in the mud and in puddles. It goes everywhere without problems and doesn’t even stall. The main thing is not to make sudden movements, otherwise you might fly away. It has disc brakes, both front and rear. This is a big plus, it brakes clearly. But in many ways I bought it because of the external design. I notice how many people are trying to look at it. True, the manufacturer tried to impress with its model. It looks like a toy, but the car is actually very powerful. It is not intended for highways or city roads. It has no turn signals or brake lights. For this reason, such motorcycles are often bought for teenagers to ride around the village. There is a headlight, but it is not very bright. But at least some lighting and security.
Studded wheels are another important plus. At the same time, I strongly do not recommend driving it on an asphalt road; the wheels wear out quickly. I checked this once and didn’t do any more experiments. One of the inconveniences is the seat. You get tired of sitting on it very quickly, because it is narrow and hard. Much worse even than on cheap bikes. This causes real discomfort and a problem. It has a carrying capacity of 150 kg according to the stated characteristics, but I would strongly not recommend riding it with two people. According to his feelings, he is unlikely to pull more than 100-120, if higher, then expect a breakdown. The suspension definitely won't hold up. I specifically mentioned this for those who like to experiment.
For those who have a dacha or a country house, I recommend this motorcycle. It is easy to maintain, you can disassemble and assemble it, and you can be sure that it will work. But it is not intended for serious driving and for public roads.
Branwhoot
Advantages:
- Price
Flaws:
- Quality
Details:
Let me start by saying that the design is truly good. Each new model gets better and better in terms of design and build quality. The main difference between Chinese motorcycles and others is the price. Therefore, everything else will be said regarding its low price.
This unit has a number of disadvantages. The first of the shortcomings is the very poor quality of consumables, such as: Pads, rubber, chain, etc. The gearbox is basically normal, but it’s a little slow and doesn’t work smoothly. The device is very soft, a large mono shock absorber with a long stroke allows you to ride comfortably off-road. The plastic leaves much to be desired, so if it falls seriously, it shatters into trash.
In general, the motorcycle will be suitable for short rides. If you do not have enough money to buy a similar motorcycle of this type, then you can buy this one, but by doing so you are signing yourself up for a number of unpleasant breakdowns and replacements.
Sergei Tikhonov
https://vk.com/topic-29649839_25744464?post=8733
I'm not the owner, but still. While my friend was fishing, I had the chance to drive through fields and forest potholes for half a day. And here's what I think:
I don’t know what people drove before this Irbis to write such crappy reviews, but certainly not on domestic vehicles, apparently. I’ve been racing motos for 12 years, there were IZhy, Minsk and Voskhod 3M. So they are not even close to the Irbis. I have never experienced such a thrill. This is a light, compact motorcycle that pulls out from under you like crazy. It is easy to manage. I calmly drove through last year’s arable land at a speed of 40 km/h, it confidently walks along the coastal sand, climbs steep climbs without losing speed. Well balanced, you can just sit on it while not moving or ride without hands, and it won’t be pulled to the side. The first time I managed to drive a couple of meters on one rear wheel. None of the above is typical for domestic motorcycles.
It’s interesting to hear from people what they drove before the snow leopard, that it seems stupid, impassable, uncomfortable, weak, and other shortcomings to them? Probably in Japanese? And what did you get on the Chinese for then? Or do you simply have nothing to compare, is this your first spendthrift?
PS All my reviews relate only to the thrill of driving and convenience, but not in any way to the quality of workmanship and reliability, this is a separate issue, and in no case should it be confused with the first.
