"Pannonia" - the Hungarian motorcycle production the middle of last century

"Pannonian", motorcycle production of the engineering enterprise of the Hungarian Csepel, was produced from 1954 по1975 year. The basis of the structure of Hungarian engineers took the motorcycle DKW RT-125 German production. A few prototypes were called "Csepel". And when the project has been developed and mastered new full model TL 250, she was named Pannonia. "The Pannonia" - motorcycle with good performance for the time, the volume of the cylinder 250 CC, steady on the move and easily managed. He came to taste to the General public.

Motorcycle "Pannonia": specifications

The Motorcycle is characterized by the following indicators:

• Engine - single cylinder, two-stroke;
• Volume of cylinder 246 cm3;
• Stroke - 68 mm;
• Compression - 39,8;
• Cylinder diameter - 68 mm;
• Maximum power is 14 BHP;
• The speed limit is 110 km/hour;
• Wheelbase - 1380 mm;
• The length of the bike is 2100 mm;
• Height - 980 mm;
• The distance from the handlebar to the front saddle: 650 mm;
• Width - 680 mm;
• Ground clearance - 130 mm;
• Weight 146 mm;
• Capacity gas tank - 18 liters;
• Reserve capacity to refuel, switch to 4 liters.

The Motorcycle "Pannonia", the characteristics of which were at a high enough level, however, has been continuously improved production process. Fundamental changes did not happen, but in the course of the conveyor Assembly has regularly made small changes that have helped raise the image of the machine. Special attention was paid to the comfort level of "Pannonia", and split up the saddle, improved shock absorption.

Equipment

"Pannonian" is equipped with mahovikova ignition inertial type, voltage 6 volts, with a power of 45 watts. Dynamo is mounted on the end shaft of the main transmission and interacts with the voltage regulator and generator. Spark plug standard M14 Bosch. Circuit power supply on-Board consumers of conventional, accepted for most motorcycles of the middle class. Shestovytsya the lights not quite meet the requirements for night operation, they are thin. The rest of the electrical system of the motorcycle is quite reliable and requires no adjustment.

Development process

In 1956, they produced the new model TLT 250, and two years later is a modification of the TLF in two options: TLB - differed separate saddles and TLD with a new efficient system generator plug in 60 watt. Mass production series TLT has initiated the export of "Pannonia" in the Soviet Union, which soon became the main buyer of Hungarian motorcycle true in all the European territory. Vneshtorg the Soviet Union received 25,000 cars a year. However, Hungary sent "Pannonia" in other European countries and in the United States. For the domestic consumer was no more than 30 percent of all manufactured motorcycles.

"Pannonian", motorcycle advanced design, reliable and relatively inexpensive to operate, have become increasingly popular. However, progress required further development, and in 1968 the company "Csepel" started production of a new model P20, instead of obsolete modifications of the TLT. P20 has been copied from the Japanese "Yamaha YDS-2". The machine was high-end, fun-to-drive data, but the quality is too costly, its retail price has increased significantly. The leadership of the "Csepel" soon realized their mistakes, it should not destroy the already established structure of sales in favor of ephemeral ambitions to create new get under the brand name "Pannonia", and by analogy with the Japanese motorcycles. The market has its strict laws and they in the end brought the production of a good model with good prospects to stagnation and then to closing.

The demand

First refused to model P20 Soviet Union, considered too expensive pleasure for itself the purchase is too complex and expensive equipment. Then of refusal stated by several countries. From Hungarian producer has been problems with sales, which quickly turned into insurmountable difficulties. In 1975 production of "Pannonia" was discontinued. Inventories have been gradually implemented, and new donations.

The Project "Pannonia", a motorcycle with high reputation, enough of a perfect for its time, ceased to exist. However, until now, throughout the former Soviet Union on the road to meet the two-wheeled black car with a distinctive profile, as the memory ofthe past.

Motorcycle "Pannonia": price

The Value of rarity is determined primarily by its age. The technical condition is also important. "Pannonian" was produced over forty years ago, its collectible value is evident. Is a Hungarian motorcycle production today, not less than two hundred dollars, depending on the "degree of potrebnosti". Price groomed, collection specimens can reach up to 1,500 dollars and sometimes up to two. Red-and-white versions with stroller even more expensive.

Renovation

Like all motorcycles of the last century, the "Pannonia" in need of restoration. The bike mainly needs cosmetic repairs, paint needs to be flawless, the engine cleaned, polished plumage. However, the machine requires a competent technical rehabilitation. All components and assemblies are diagnosis, and after identifying all defects you can begin the overhaul. Spare parts for motorcycle "Pannonia" has long been in short supply, but precisely because of this, you can still find the parts you need. With regular visits to the weekend market for the sale and repair of accessories you can find any spare parts to replace broken.