Kalashnikov? Hearing that name, what people are thinking of forementioned name are about the weapons from Russia. That's right. But, do not be surprised, it will turns out because an expert of manufacturer produce motorcycles.
In fact, since the company was founded in 1927 and then, it had 11 million motor units produced. One of the best known model is Izh-1 1929. But unfortunately, the manufacturer in the former Soviet Union did not include data, how many Izh's sales of 11 million units produced.
In fact, Kalashnikov is now preparing the newer generation of Izh, namely Izh 2012. As quoted gizmag.com, Monday (3 / 5), the manufacturer said the latest Izh's model concept is handled by the famous designer, Igor Chak.
"The new motor will comes with safety features exceeding the Volvo 10. It is aimed at making it as the safest vehicle, even safer than walking, "said a source at the manufacturer.
2012 Izh equipped by V-Twin engine powered by 140 horsepower. This machine is equipped with a transmission system with six levels of acceleration.
Interestingly, in addition to the conventional motorcycle engine, it is also equipped with electric motor-powered 60 Watt with two levels of acceleration. Electric motor power source comes from the lithium sulfide.
"The electric motor is used at a time when motorists want to drive his motorcycle but it is into the level of little or zero emission percentage," the source said.
While the safety features and comfort provided by Kalashnikov, among others, dual air bags are located in front of the system crumple zones to absorb impact, radar systems, cameras to detect the distance of a safe braking, traction control or power grip of tires to the trajectories, and Antilock brake system (ABS).