Characteristics of the Ant scooter
The scooter is distinguished by high maneuverability and maneuverability, as well as small dimensions. In the garage it will take up as much space as a heavy motorcycle with a sidecar. The Soviet scooter "Ant", which is still popular, has the following technical characteristics:
Among fans of this brand, there is an opinion that the scooter is not inferior in performance properties to its Western counterparts.
Among the advantages of a moped it is worth noting:
There are also disadvantages:
Ant owners have the most questions about the engine. After all, I want to moderate my appetite for fuel consumption.
Analogues - engine 1P39QMB
Chinese developers have created an analogue of the Japanese 139QMB engine - a motor labeled 1P39QMB, which in appearance completely replicates the original. Despite all the similarities, you can still find differences: the valve clearances on the 1P39QMB are not adjustable. The situation is similar with the carburetor: before direct operation it requires thorough cleaning and correct adjustment. Chinese copies of 139QMB engines, of course, cope with their task, but their main purpose was to reduce the final cost of motor vehicles. Budget versions of scooters are equipped with exactly the same versions of engines that are good only for short trips at low speeds.
Before starting operation, be sure to carry out a full run-in of the 1P39QMB engine. The optimal operating mode of the engine begins only after 2 thousand kilometers, but after 10 thousand kilometers all its technical characteristics drop, and it loses dynamics and power.
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Ant engine
The Ant was equipped with a motor that was different from others produced by the industry of the Soviet Union. Innovations in its design fueled interest in technology among then ordinary people. And now they are warming up restorers and collectors. The differences are as follows:
The main difference is the presence of an electric starter. This made it possible to start a moped in the same way as a car.
The cooling system fan moves air through the engine casing, removing heat from it. It is worth noting that such a scheme works tolerably.
Engine
The Ant engine is somewhat different from Soviet engines of that time. The most significant difference is in the starting system: here it can be done using an electric starter (this was very cool in the 50s) or using a manual kickstarter. There was no trace of an electric starter on any Soviet motorcycle of those years.
The engine is started with the starter just like a regular car: insert the key into the ignition, turn the key all the way to the right and the engine starts.
The second difference is the forced cooling of the engine
The fan drives air through the casings, cooling the cylinder and cylinder head. The cooling system works tolerably
Mechanical clutch with cable drive from a lever on the steering wheel
The gearbox is manual, the shift lever is located on the left directly under the driver’s foot. The switching algorithm is as follows: first, second, third and fourth gears are switched up. Neutral gear is at the very beginning and to engage it you need to push the gear lever down. Controversial decision, but that's how it's done here
Twin-shaft gearbox with constant gear meshing
The engine is as simple as a broom
How to disassemble and reassemble the engine of the Ant scooter?
The motor design is simple. But even this does not protect it from breakdowns, which are often associated with age. You shouldn’t just disassemble the engine, but if the following symptoms appear, you should take up the tools:
Possible breakdowns:
Note! Before overhauling the power plant, it is not necessary to wash it. Just drain the oil and remove it from the frame.
Cylinder block
After unscrewing several bolts, you need to remove the cylinder head. Pay attention to the worn cylinder head gasket. Opposite the outlet window, you should probe the so-called excavation. If a characteristic wave or step is felt, then such a cylinder needs to be changed or bored.
Burnout occurs where the piston rings contact the cylinder. Where they work, the metal wears out, so a transition is formed at the border of the two zones, which reflects the degree of wear.
The piston should be examined for wear. Some “Kulibins” manage to refine it with sandpaper.
Clutch
Dinostarter
Remove the following elements:
As a result, the rotor was removed.
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Motor "Green Ant" - a unique Russian development
Designers from Russia invented a motor, the distinctive feature of which was the absence of a crankshaft in the design.
A distinctive feature of the development is a new method for converting the translational energy of the pistons into rotational energy. Theoretically, such a motor should operate at lower speeds, developing a greater degree of torque, and being one third more economical than an internal combustion engine.
Work in theory. The design of the device, designed to take power from a power plant in the form of an internal combustion engine, does not allow violation of the existing laws of nature and the basic principles of science. During the implementation of the project, a completely new design of the internal combustion engine was implemented, which did not change the principles of its operation and did not affect the fundamentals of the theory of internal combustion engines. The difference will be in the method of transmitting force during operation, and it lies in physical laws, and not in motor theory.
Using the existing motor theory, the processes that occur in inertial machines, which are almost all existing design options, are determined. The fact is that the direction of the inertia forces in the structure in almost all places is the same as the direction in which the force is applied for work, as a result of which all actions will be converted into rotation in one direction. This makes it fair to indicate in theoretical information about the motor the fact that almost all the efficiency of the device is concentrated in the cylinder, and represents the quality of the work process, but its efficiency does not significantly depend on the design option used. But the application of such a theory is not possible for inertia-free machines.
It is no secret that the basis for the operation of any type of motor is the basic physical laws, which makes it possible to explain the difference using the law of the addition of forces. The reason that the motor can develop high torque from the very beginning of operation is the fact that the electromagnetic field seems to “pull” the rotor along with it, without the formation of inertial forces. The result is the formation of a direct transmission, like a gearbox. The question arises: why can’t a conventional internal combustion engine produce the same level of torque? The answer is that the piston has to push the crankshaft, which causes the formation of inertial forces acting in the same direction. It is precisely the presence of its own inertial forces in the mechanism for performing work that becomes the reason for the absorption of most of the available effort. In other words, the work is transferred to the execution mechanism, which then moves independently.
The process of power distribution. For a crank mechanism, two forces participate in the process of work - the work process and the inertia process. Due to the fact that the action of these forces is carried out in the same direction, then, according to the law of the addition of forces in the same direction, with different points of application, only one of them can perform useful work. The higher the engine rotation speed, the greater the inertial force of the entire structure will become, while the value of the work force remains unchanged. Despite the increase in the number of cycles, the efficiency of the motor remains at the same level. Increasing the load on the output shaft will have no effect other than increasing fuel consumption.
Other useful tips for choosing and operating a scooter:
Please note that to drive a scooter with an engine capacity of up to 50 cm3 in Russia, since November 2013, you need a driver's license of category M, over 50 cm3 - category A1. At the same time, the minimum age at which a driver is allowed to drive is 16 years old.
Accordingly, the person driving the scooter is subject to all traffic rules, including the need to drive sober. When choosing a scooter, make sure that it is the right size for you. Some compact models may be inconvenient for riding, because it will be very difficult to adjust the chair to your anatomical parameters. The volume of the gas tank is very important: scooter drivers often forget to refuel their vehicles, so the tank must be spacious. Among European manufacturers, the products of such brands as Aprilia (racing models), Piaggio, Gilera, Benelli (good off-road scooters), Peugeot deserve special praise.
Spare parts price
Despite the fact that the production of the device stopped long ago, you can still find new spare parts for it that are produced by the industry. Some parts are imported, some come assembled. Supplied in sets:
The necessary parts can be found on the Internet using store catalogs. Prices for spare parts for the Ant scooter are fair. Here are some examples:
Judging by the prices, the device is more than cheap to repair. This is an important operational property for people in rural areas.
Where can I find the scooter frame number?
First you need to decide why you need the scooter frame number. Usually they look for it in the hope of establishing the year of manufacture of the scooter (if it was not possible to determine the engine number), if there are doubts about its age, and, consequently, mileage.
Naturally, the frame number may be in different places on different scooters. But, as a rule, you should look for the frame number either under the steering wheel on the driver’s side (in this case it can be hidden by a special flap or cover), or on the very bottom of the frame - in the sill (there is a special window there).
If we consider specific brands of scooters, the location of the frame numbers also varies. For example, the frame number of Suzuki scooters is usually marked on the fin, that is, on the very bottom of the scooter frame
However, it is worth paying attention to the fact that the location of the code is different on different models of Suzuki scooters. If we talk about Honda scooters, the frame number on them is usually located in the box under the plastic cover
Another option for marking the frame number on Honda scooters is a special window on the left side of the plastic threshold of the scooter. On Yamaha scooters, the frame number is located on the bottom of the frame itself, that is, to identify it, you need to lay the scooter on its side. Also, the frame number on Yamaha scooters may be located under the ignition switch cell - you just need to remove the small plastic plug to see it.
If we talk about the location of the frame number on European-made scooters, then you can almost always find it under the footrest - you just need to bend the plastic a little. However, it all depends on the specific model.
The location of the frame number on Chinese scooters may be in different places on the scooter, but in general it almost completely repeats the placement on Japanese and European models.
So, no matter what model of scooter you come across, you can find the frame number in several places:
— The lower part of the frame (in the floor, under the step, on the side of the sill) - In the area of the ignition switch cell - On the steering fork
— Under the seat in the luggage compartment
You can also learn how to determine the year of manufacture of a scooter from the corresponding article on our website.
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| Updated 12/01/2009 17:02 |
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Comments 36
Hello, tell me how the Bright engine has proven itself? I want to install a similar one on a homemade product, but I haven’t found any information on it on the Internet.
Has it become quiet (in terms of noise) and economical? But it’s a cool idea to convert both two-wheeled electrons and tourists
The noise is probably the same, it all depends on the muffler, mine is homemade. But the exhaust sound is more pleasant, you can immediately hear that the powerful engine is working, reminiscent of powerful Japanese motorcycles.
Thank you very much for your experience... it will be very useful to me)))
I installed 125 cc 4-stroke on my ant, I had to assemble the gearbox in a mirror image so that the star would be on the other side, gear shifting under the original foot, a home-made exhaust for it, now you can quietly sneak up on a person on an ant and you can’t hear him, it starts with just a push and I don’t bother with spark plugs, I only need Akum to start from the button, it works without Akum,
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Vasilev Adept Messages: 279 Registered: Sun Nov 11, 2012 9:23 pm
Ant + lifan 188f
Post by Vasilev » Wed Jul 08, 2015 5:12 pm
In the meantime, I took Ant for repairs and installed a Lifan 188f engine (400 cm3, 13 hp)
Yes, does anyone know why the steering wheel chatters at any speed? The bushings seem to be alive, there are no backlashes...
Vasilev Adept Messages: 279 Registered: Sun Nov 11, 2012 9:23 pm
Re: Shket-2 or bierkisten in Russian
Post by Vasilev » Wed Jul 08, 2015 11:57 pm
When disassembling the fork, I found a spring inside, as it turned out it was a standard steering damper. And the spring tension knob was missing. I found it in spare parts, I'll check it tomorrow))
ilya38 Super technician Posts: 528 Registered: Mon Oct 24, 2011 8:34 am
Re: Shket-2 or bierkisten in Russian
Post by ilya38 » Thu Jul 09, 2015 4:47 am
Of course it’s interesting, instead of a CVT gearbox.
Vasilev Adept Messages: 279 Registered: Sun Nov 11, 2012 9:23 pm
Re: Shket-2 or bierkisten in Russian
Post by Vasilev » Thu Jul 09, 2015 11:22 am
Without CVT and gearbox. They asked me to drive 30 km per hour. The scooter will be used to transport small loads such as potatoes from the field)
In general, it all started with the fact that a man bought an ant for 6,000, supposedly after capital, and he just needed to install a magneto and connect the electrics.
An autopsy showed that there was nothing to start there; the engine was simply washed.
We decided to install another motor, but the person is very worried about its warranty, so the alterations must be reversible)
To begin with, I went through the gearbox and moved the star to the other side. I sawed off all the excess from the frame to mark the engine.
Intermediate shaft and exhaust manifold:
I moved the reverse to the other side. I made the handle longer:
Re: Shket-2 or bierkisten in Russian
Post by Old Man » Mon Jul 13, 2015 12:51 pm
It’s right that they didn’t bother with the original engine; it can’t hold a candle to this Chinese. This “Ant” doesn’t need speed, so you can do without a variator, the only thing that wasn’t worth saving on was an electric starter; it would be more convenient with it. My “scotch-mobile” is built exactly on the basis of the rear part of the “ant”; the engine costs 9 l/s. trailer with cabbage 200-250kg. takes it out of the field. I replaced the wheels on my car with “Zhiguli” ones and I advise you to do the same: a wider wheel with a larger diameter goes better and easier on bad roads. I’ll tell you how to install wheels without turning if you decide and you don’t need to change the gearbox with Zhiguli wheels it will run faster.
Vasilev Adept Messages: 279 Registered: Sun Nov 11, 2012 9:23 pm
Re: Shket-2 or bierkisten in Russian
Post by Vasilev » Mon Jul 13, 2015 4:34 pm
At first I also advised them to buy a motor with an electric starter, but as it turned out, it starts just fine. Almost always without getting off the ant the first time. Yesterday I already managed to burn out the clutch))) I went to test the cross-country ability. I came across an area between a field and a forest with a firebreak... My wheels got into a 20-30 cm rut with solid boulders and I drove for about 100 meters until I realized that the clutch was stinking, and there was nowhere to go I had to drive to a more or less level place. I think it would be difficult even for a tractor there. But the ant still made it home. And this is with a “high-speed” frequency converter (9:1), I’ll change it to 11:1 and calm down at that, the speed is at
25 km/h will be enough, you still can’t go on the road...
I temporarily secured the clutch disc from an ant, welding its joint to the machined disc)):
Vasilev Adept Messages: 279 Registered: Sun Nov 11, 2012 9:23 pm
Re: Shket-2 or bierkisten in Russian
Post by Vasilev » Tue Jul 14, 2015 10:19 am
The star on the motor is 15 teeth from an ant. I ground it inside and placed it on a tube with a welded key.
They are sold ready-made for a 428 chain, but it was easier for me to do than to go to the city to look for them.
The chain does not fly off, but now, just in case, I am installing a tensioner-calculator.
Vasilev Adept Messages: 279 Registered: Sun Nov 11, 2012 9:23 pm
Re: Shket-2 or bierkisten in Russian
Post by Vasilev » Tue Jul 14, 2015 4:45 pm
Well, I hope the last finishing touches are completed.
A damper from a chain tensioner shoe like a Niva and a broken furniture gas elevator. I shortened everything, inserted a spring into the gas elevator, and instead of hinges, a piece of chain)):
I replaced the throttle handle with a bike trigger, otherwise it was due to the rev limiter spring and vibration of the throttle handle at 2800-3300 rpm. the hand gets tired). Of course, it was necessary to immediately make a frame for the engine with dampers... Vibration is annoying only on the gas handle.
How to install a Lifan engine on an Ant scooter
Recorded from the words of the author.
I got an old Ant scooter, produced in 1981, with a T-200 engine that just wouldn’t start or work properly. Having suffered with it, a decision was made to replace it with a Lifan engine. The choice fell on an 11-horsepower unit with a torque of 21 rpm, which is one and a half times more than on the native T-200
I started installing the new engine by dismantling the old engine and then washing, cleaning and reassembling it, so in the future I planned to use it as a gearbox for the new engine.
Tools
Next, we present to your attention the process of replacing the standard T-200 engine of the Ant cargo scooter with a Lifan 11 l/s made in China.
This is the condition the scooter was in before restoration and repair.
Initially, the Lifan 11 l/s engine was purchased
Using a high-precision rack, the internal combustion engine was aligned along the pulleys, holes were drilled in the plate and the engine was secured and a tension ex was installed (later it was replaced with a VAZ roller because it has sides that prevent the belt from slipping)
I bought a longer clutch cable and carried out the first “test drive” which showed that this system would exist. I began a complete disassembly of this scooter with replacement of bearings and much more for subsequent cleaning of dirt and old paint and subsequent painting and assembly.
The traction for it is enough for the eyes. The gear ratio of the internal combustion engine and gearbox is 1:1, the maximum speed is 45-50 km/h, which is quite enough on rural roads.Author: Alexey Kochnev.
We also recommend that you familiarize yourself with the experience of Evgeniy Sinitsin Installing a Lifan engine on an ant cargo scooter.
Constructive criticism is welcome, write your suggestions in the comments.
Video of the scooter working.
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Comments 36
Hello, tell me how the Bright engine has proven itself? I want to install a similar one on a homemade product, but I haven’t found any information on it on the Internet.
Has it become quiet (in terms of noise) and economical? But it’s a cool idea to convert both two-wheeled electrons and tourists
The noise is probably the same, it all depends on the muffler, mine is homemade. But the exhaust sound is more pleasant, you can immediately hear that the powerful engine is working, reminiscent of powerful Japanese motorcycles.
Thank you very much for your experience... it will be very useful to me)))
I installed 125 cc 4-stroke on my ant, I had to assemble the gearbox in a mirror image so that the star would be on the other side, gear shifting under the original foot, a home-made exhaust for it, now you can quietly sneak up on a person on an ant and you can’t hear him, it starts with just a push and I don’t bother with spark plugs, I only need Akum to start from the button, it works without Akum,
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Characteristics of the Ant scooter
The scooter is distinguished by high maneuverability and maneuverability, as well as small dimensions. In the garage it will take up as much space as a heavy motorcycle with a sidecar. The Soviet scooter "Ant", which is still popular, has the following technical characteristics:
Among fans of this brand, there is an opinion that the scooter is not inferior in performance properties to its Western counterparts.
Among the advantages of a moped it is worth noting:
There are also disadvantages:
Ant owners have the most questions about the engine. After all, I want to moderate my appetite for fuel consumption.
Materials used:
I started installing the new engine by dismantling the old engine and then washing, cleaning and reassembling it, so in the future I planned to use it as a gearbox for the new engine.
This is the condition the scooter was in before the repair.
Dismantling the old engine.
Next, I tried on the new engine in place of the original one, since it was larger in size and had to cut off the tubes on which the seat and trim are installed.
To connect the engine and gearbox, I decided to use a belt drive. To do this, I bought 2 identical pulleys from a walk-behind tractor, but with the original mounting diameter of 25 mm for the internal combustion engine and 19 mm for the gearbox shaft, which I ordered from a turner. Instead of a crankshaft to reduce vibration, because cutting the connecting rod will upset the balancing of the crankshaft, and this is not a buzz. All dimensions were removed from the crankshaft with only the change to the pulley.
Next, a piece of plywood (template) was cut out, which I used to cut a 10 mm slab from the slab for mounting the internal combustion engine.
I bought a longer clutch cable and carried out the first “test drive” which showed that this system would exist. I began a complete disassembly of this scooter with replacement of bearings and much more for subsequent cleaning of dirt and old paint and subsequent painting and assembly.
To summarize: the engine power is enough for the eyes. The gear ratio of the internal combustion engine and gearbox is 1:1. The maximum speed is 45-50 km/h, which is quite enough on rural roads.
The process of replacing the internal combustion engine on an Ant scooter can also be seen in this video:
Homemade author: Alexey Kochnev.
Engine assembly
Unlike a dynastarter, repairing an Ant scooter engine with your own hands is difficult to do according to the operating book. Therefore, it is worth seeking the advice of experienced motorcycle owners. Most often, the engine has to be disassembled when there are problems with the clutch mechanisms, the operation of the gearbox, as well as wear on the crankshaft, bearings or oil seals. The most important rule is not to be afraid to disassemble the engine yourself. Using these instructions, disassembling and assembling the engine of the Ant scooter will not be difficult.
So, the procedure for disassembling the engine:
You can see how to assemble an Ant scooter engine in more detail in the visual video at the end of the article. The essence of assembly is in the reverse order, but it is important to tighten the parts with a certain force and synchronize the parts with the marks. Under no circumstances should you assemble an engine without detailed instructions written by the manufacturer.
With frequent breakdowns, owners think about what engine can be installed on the Ant scooter. Instead of the original motor, you can use Chinese analog motors
. Since the Ant has many copies in Asian countries, replacing the engine can be a great option to save money in case of irreversible damage. True, you will have to make the fastenings yourself and, in some cases, remake the bridge for the left-hand arrangement of the chain. This is not very difficult, considering that the Tula plant provided for the possibility of rearranging the bridge.
During the Soviet years, this bloodsucker Ant was bought only for its body. Since nothing like this was produced in the USSR in those years. And people needed to either go to the garden or feed the farm, so they took him.
The body in the Ant is really good; you can easily load 10 bags of mixed feed, 500 kilograms of coal or half a cubic meter of firewood and it will safely trample all this junk home. On the two-seater version, the body was significantly smaller and moved far back, causing the overloaded scooter to tip over backwards on bumps. But on the two-seater version it was possible to ride together
The tailgate opens like a regular truck
In stock, the body does not have extensions. On collective farms this feature was ignored and the sides were sewn to some unrealistic size.
How to Connect an Ant Engine and a Motoblock Engine
Nowadays, the development of agricultural machinery has reached its best development. It’s hard to imagine a modern farmer without a cultivator or walk-behind tractor.
For convenient and comfortable use of the walk-behind tractor, it is made from an old Ant scooter. With such equipment it will be comfortable to move around the cultivated area, transport harvested crops, humus, agricultural tools, even firewood, garbage and everything else.
Branded walk-behind tractor Ant
First of all, you need to find an old scooter and decide what size areas will be processed. This affects the power of the walk-behind tractor motor. The Ant scooter with an engine from a walk-behind tractor is converted into a real walk-behind tractor according to the standard classical scheme:
Secondary parts are attached to the vehicle walk-behind tractor which of course will be very necessary for further use of the device:
Following from the above, the necessary elements for the production of a walk-behind tractor are a frame, engine, wheels, steering wheel, seat and electrical equipment.
The elements of the walk-behind tractor are placed on the frame for our client. The frame design consists of two spars, which are made of an inch and a quarter metal pipe. The front and rear ends of the side members are bent upward, the rear ends need to be bent towards each other and later connected by welding. At the control control production stage, the Izh bike and its spare parts are used.
Homemade walk-behind tractor with a motor from Ant
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The control structure from the bike is welded to the rear ends of the side members. To tension the chain of the first stage of the box, you need to connect the side members lengthwise with several cross members. The platform for the battery and other parts also serve as cross members. The gearbox housing, which is part of the frame assembly, in addition to its own functions, also functions as a rack between the chassis and the power unit. For transporting cargo with a trailer, you can hook up a two-axle cart to one of the rear parts of the crankcase.
Technical characteristics of the scooter TULA T-200
Total information
Engine
Supply system
Carburetor - one K-28-G; Diffuser diameter, mm – 24; The fuel filter is a mesh filter in the sump.
Transmission
Ignition and electrical equipment
Chassis
Frame – tubular welded; The front and rear wheel suspension is of the lever type with springs and a hydraulic vibration damper; Brakes - shoe; Wheels – disc collapsible interchangeable (on discs); Tire size, in inches – 4.00 – 10; Air pressure in tires (first number without a passenger), atm: Front wheel – 1 atm, 1.5 atm; Rear wheel – 1.5 atm, 2.0 atm.
Dynastarter
However, it is not only the engine that can make a motorcyclist clearly see all the components of his motorcycle. The most common problem is a problem with the dynastarter . The engineers of the Tula plant installed it in Muravya, instead of a conventional alternating current generator.
Why is it so important? If you notice a red light on the instrument panel while the moped is running, it means you are running out of charge. This happens because the generator is not producing alternating current. To begin with, in such a situation, it is necessary to check the integrity of the wires connected to the dynastarter and the relay regulator. If everything is in order, then the problem lies directly in the dynastarter. There may be three main causes of problems:
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How to Install an Engine from a Motoblock to an Ant
Branded and homemade walk-behind tractor "Ant"
Today, the Motoblock "Ant" can be a pretty serious builder for the brand. With its help, you can perform various agricultural work on the site, avoiding long and exhausting manual labor. At the same time, its weight is less than 100 kg, which allows the device to be transported in the trunk of a car. Its dimensions are quite compact, do not require special storage conditions, and can be easily placed both in a utility room and in a residential building in a high-rise building in the city. However, since the price for it starts at 25 thousand rubles, it makes obvious sense to make such a walk-behind tractor with your own hands from an old scooter. Especially popular are homemade walk-behind tractors with the engine and gearbox from the Ant
", which in its characteristics is close to similar parts of the installation kit.
TheDifference.ru knows how to choose a scooter:
For what purpose is a scooter needed? For most city residents, the traditional version with an engine up to 50 cm3 is suitable: compact, lightweight (up to 60 kg), convenient. If it breaks down on the road, you can call not a tow truck, but a friend in a minibus or even a passenger car in the back of a station wagon. To ride over rough terrain, you need a scooter with reinforced studded tires and a powerful engine. And for travel there are real touring mini-bikes: with a comfortable seat, additional compartments for things
Fans of fast travel will like sports scooters, which in their speed characteristics are not much inferior to motorcycles. How many people will travel on a scooter? Please note that there are few two-seater models and most scooters are designed for driver only. If you have a passenger traveling with you, there should be a separate seat for him
Do not forget about the engine power: it should not be subjected to excessive loads. Do you have skills in servicing motorcycles? Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha are considered the most reliable solutions. European alternatives from popular car brands are distinguished by complex technical “filling”, heavy weight and high price. Chinese scooters are best purchased by those who are familiar with the design of mini-bikes and are able to fix certain breakdowns. What is the condition of the road surface in the city? Units from European and Japanese manufacturers do not withstand driving over potholes and potholes. In addition, their repair will be very expensive and will make riding a scooter impractical. Chinese and Russian scooters withstand bad roads better, and their maintenance is much cheaper. What are your riding habits? On a scooter you need to move so as not to interfere with the main flow, so rapid acceleration to 60 km/h can be very useful for lovers of high speeds. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, then engine size does not matter much. What is your purchasing budget? Of course, it is better to buy new things. But if you don’t have enough money for such a scooter, then you can buy a used scooter. You should not compare the mileage of a mini-bike with a car: a rare two-wheeled friend is capable of traveling 15 thousand kilometers or more without major engine repairs. Do you need additional body kit? In addition to the windshield, the scooter can be equipped with a case, additional protection, and storage capacity. However, pay attention to these details last: there are no problems in installing additional equipment, lights, mirrors, etc. on one's own. It is very good if the scooter has a heated seat: this will make its use more comfortable in the off-season.
Ant engine
The Ant was equipped with a motor that was different from others produced by the industry of the Soviet Union. Innovations in its design fueled interest in technology among then ordinary people. And now they are warming up restorers and collectors. The differences are as follows:
The main difference is the presence of an electric starter. This made it possible to start a moped in the same way as a car.
The cooling system fan moves air through the engine casing, removing heat from it. It is worth noting that such a scheme works tolerably.
Factory installed
It is produced by domestic industry at agricultural machinery enterprises. This is a gasoline engine on a two-wheeled platform, capable of both rotating the wheels of the chassis and working cutters for cultivating the soil. "Ant" is capable of processing hard and virgin soil. In addition to the cutters, you can install a plow or holner. Four-stroke gasoline engine
is 7 horsepower.
This allows you to plow the soil to a depth of 30 cm. The fuel tank holds up to 3.6 liters of gasoline, the crankcase volume is 0.6 liters. The transmission is a belt drive and chain reducer with a cast iron pulley. While forward speeds can be switched, reverse provides only one speed. The engine has a manual starting system. Motoblock can provide plowing widths of up to 80 cm. The steering column can be adjusted both vertically and horizontally. The result is a fairly powerful and user-friendly device. The only drawback can be considered the relatively high cost, which makes most owners of summer cottages and playgrounds prefer to make their own copy. A homemade walk-behind tractor will cost several times less, and the consumer quality of the mechanism is not much different from its assembled counterpart.
Specifications
The front fork of a scooter is an important factor when choosing a scooter. It can be of three types - telescopic, pendulum, lever. The telescopic fork can be considered the most modern, but it is also more convenient than others during city trips. However, to travel on country roads and rough terrain, choose a scooter with a pendulum fork, which is not so sensitive to potholes and better absorbs on uneven surfaces.
When choosing a scooter for an elderly person, a novice driver, a teenager or a woman, it is important that the device is low-power (no more than 3 horsepower) so that the person can handle the machine. Moreover, such a scooter can easily carry two people at a speed of 50 km/h
Also, for the above drivers, it is better to opt for a scooter with a lever fork, which provides maximum convenience and safety in driving the scooter.
When choosing a scooter for a teenager, do not forget that a license to drive a vehicle must be purchased when using a 50 cc engine. see. Japanese manufacturers equip their scooters with an engine of this size. European models have larger engines of 75, 125, 150, 180, 250 and even 500 cc. Chinese twenty-five cc engines are exactly what will suit your teenager. In addition, it is very economical. But if you buy a scooter for traveling around the city, remember that this power is negligible for constant city travel.
TIP: If you are looking for a scooter for country trips, pay attention to the location of the air filter - the higher the air intake is located, the better. With a lower intake, when riding on country roads, you will have to change the air filter very often, increasing the cost of operating the scooter several times. . The scooter engine can be two-stroke or four-stroke. The “advantages” of a two-stroke engine undoubtedly include high specific power, simplicity and lightness of design
At the same time, it can always be “upgraded” to more cubes. The advantages of a four-stroke engine include smooth traction at low speed, quiet operation, lower gasoline consumption and oil, which is changed only during maintenance, while a two-stroke engine consumes oil constantly
The scooter engine can be two-stroke or four-stroke. The “advantages” of a two-stroke engine undoubtedly include high power density, simplicity and lightness of design. At the same time, it can always be “upgraded” to more cubes. The advantages of a four-stroke engine include smooth traction at low speed, quiet operation, lower gasoline consumption and oil, which is changed only during maintenance, while a two-stroke engine consumes oil constantly.
Power. If a scooter becomes your daily vehicle, then it is better to choose an engine with at least 7 horsepower. You will spend no more than three liters of fuel per hundred kilometers. The power guarantees good maneuverability, which is very convenient in city driving conditions.
The transmission of modern scooters comes in several types:
- The most common option is a single-speed transmission, which is easy to use.
- The most modern and reliable option is a V-belt variator, the advantages of which are uniform and powerful acceleration and a confident start.
- Semi-automatic (semi-automatic transmission) is characterized by gear shifting using a foot lever. And perfect for novice drivers.
