Riga-16 (moped): technical specifications

Riga-16 is a moped of the Soviet era,production of which was started in the seventies of the last century at the plant "Sarkana Zvaygzn". The unit received a motorcycle-type muffler, a two-speed transmission, an updated kick-starter, a rear brake lever. In addition, the brake light, steering wheel, and the painting of the product in several variations have been improved. The starting versions were equipped with the power unit Sh-57, further modifications of this series - the motor Sh-58. At a weight of 115 kilograms mokik is able to transport more than a centner of additional cargo.

Historical facts

The Riga plant "Sarkana Zvaygzne" startedproduction of malokubaturnoy two-wheeled motor vehicles back in 1958. The first models were mopeds "Spiriditis", manufactured under the license of the "Java" plant. The beginning was not very successful, and after consulting with Czech colleagues, the developers mastered their own production of the "Riga" series. The starting modification was equipped with a power unit with a volume of fifty cubic centimeters.

For forty years of activity Riga designersreleased many modifications of one- and two-speed mokiki, miniature scooter under the index "26" and the famous light motorcycles "Delta", "Stella". The issue of Riga-16 began in 1977 and lasted five years. After the collapse of the Soviet Union, the plant was stopped and sold in parts.

Features and Innovations

Riga-16 is a moped, which received a largethe number of innovations and design changes compared to its predecessors. The main thing in this list of innovations was equipping the unit with a kick-starter. Before that, the vast majority of motorcycles of this class were produced with a pedal drive.

Along with a modified engine startdesigners have perfected the motor itself, which, due to its simplicity and reliability, has become almost the standard of its time for users. The color design of the moped "Riga-16" was received in two main variations. The updated tail lamp, new boot form, step and brake lever can also be attributed to the most successful innovations in the development of the model in question.

Moped "Riga-16": technical specifications

Below are the main parameters of Soviet mokika:

• power plant - Ш-57 / Ш58 with a capacity of 2.2 horsepower and a volume of 49.8 cubic centimeters;
• the maximum speed is 50 kilometers per hour;
• muffler - motorcycle type;
• weight - 75 kilograms;
• advanced steering wheel;
• years of production - from 1978 to 1982;
• length x width x height - 1.97 x 0.74 x 1.16 meters;
• the size of tires - 2,15 / (sixteen-inch rubber);
• type of frame - welded spinal design.

With its mass of moped "Riga-16", the photo of which is below, could transport more than 110 kilograms. In addition to the driver, even a large passenger could fit in a comfortable seat.

More about the motor and main components

The following are the parameters of the power unit and the fuel system:

• type of engine - Sh-57, Sh-57 s, Sh-58;
• power - two horsepower, or one and a half kilowatts;
• gearbox - two-stage unit with manual drive;
• the clutch unit is a two-disk version in an oil bath;
• starting the power unit - W-57 (pedals), W-58 (kick starter);
• fuel - gasoline AI-76;
• fuel consumption per one hundred kilometers - 1.6 liters;
• gear ratio - 3.08.

Studying the characteristics of the moped "Riga-16", you cannote that it is equipped with a gasoline carburetor K-35B (K-60), has a contact ignition system with magneto, is equipped with a dry screen type air filter.

Customer Reviews

Although after the release of theModifications passed more than a dozen years, you can still see the rare apparatus in working condition. Of course, to find original parts for him is almost impossible. But, due to the simplicity of maintenance and repair, it is quite possible to repair the motor yourself, with minimal skills.

Owners of the device note a number of positive moments of the Riga moped:

• New and more comfortable steering wheel design;
• improved seat;
• optimum combination of mass of the unit and its loading capacity;
• steady wheels in comparison with predecessors;
• starting the motor with a kick-starter;
• strong and reliable frame.

By cons users of this model includetypical for the Soviet technology of this class problems with the components of the motor, capricious gearbox and not too perfect brake system.

Features

"Riga-16" - a moped, which replacedthirteenth modification. The main difference was the presence of a motorcycle-type muffler, a new launch system, a more advanced and convenient form of steering. Modernization of the sixteenth series was made in 1981. The new model received an index of "22", equipped with an W-62 engine. The power plant is radically different from its predecessors.

Motor received electronic ignitioncontactless type. In addition, the new Mokik was equipped with another gearbox. Despite this, the speed selector node remained the weak link of the device under consideration (the quality of its production let down). In the future, the Riga plant focused on the production of mopeds of a completely different type, which are similar to light motorcycles and are known as "Mini", "Delta" and "Stella".

Interesting Facts

It should be noted that "Riga-16" is a moped havinga lot in common with their closest competitors in the workshop and class. This is especially true of the appearance of the twelfth, eleventh and thirteenth models. But if you look at the details, it can be noted that the considered variant has a more convenient form and steering attachment, the brake and clutch lever has a rubber tip in the form of a ball, the rear light is more convenient, has a more attractive shape.

The engine of the sixteenth version is almost the samethe same as in Riga-12, only with a kick-starter. Mokika saddle is elongated and elastic; it is comfortable even on long journeys. Several color options make it possible to choose a unit according to personal preference. Also, the popularity of the device was influenced by the affordability, ease of operation, maintenance and repair.

User guide

"Riga-16" - a moped, whose instruction manual includes standard provisions, is distinguished by its original design and unpretentiousness. The main sections of the manual:

1. Device and equipment of the device.
2. Tips for using fuel and lubricants.
3. Terms of preventive and capital service.
4. Recommendations for the repair of individual components and parts.
5. Technical specifications.

After examining the instructions, almost any user can replace the seals, candles, fixing, light elements and other collapsible units.

Conclusion

Despite the fact that "Riga-16" is a moped, whichIt was produced several decades ago, many compatriots remember it and even use it. Some owners simply nostalgic for simple units that could be independently repaired and refined, making various adjustments.

Soviet Mokik from Riga developersI remember that he was equipped with a non-pedal type starter, he had a beautiful design and a good combination of indicators of load-bearing capacity, mass, price and speed. The moped was popular both on city streets and in the countryside.