Breakfast in Siberia

Since acquiring the Dnepr MT-11 Ukrainian sidecar motorcycle from Graham last month, I’ve been looking forward to the learning how it handles in the snow.  This morning, I awoke to several inches of fresh snow, so I finally had my opportunity.  The bike started easily, even in 27 F degree weather.  Once the engine was warmed up, I rode around the street to get a feeling for how it handled in the snow.  It won’t climb snowy hills, but the traction in 3-4 inches of snow was remarkable, helped no doubt by the machine’s 740 pound weight.

I headed into town for breakfast, stopping at the Alden Bar.  The pancakes and hash browns recharged me, and 2 cups of hot coffee warmed me, although I had dressed for the occasion and was quite comfortable on the road.  On the way home, I got more waves and giggles from other motorists, and a trucker gave me a “thumbs up” salute (at least I hope it was his thumb).

Now at 235 kilometers, the Dnepr MT-11 has been a trooper.  These machines were designed for Siberian conditions, so the snowy ride this morning was par for the course.  Who’s up for a ride?

About Kevin Forth

Always learning, Kevin is an IT professional that likes to tinker with electronics, motorcycles, and whatever he can take apart.

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3 Comments on “Breakfast in Siberia”

  1. Really interested in your article on the bianchi folding moped. I have acquired one. Got it going but it has no power going up a small incline.

    On a flat will get up speed but absolutely no guts on relative minor incline. Any ideas?

    Please help!!

    My email address is jamesgsmacdonld@hotmail.com

    Best

    Jamie Macdonald

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