IZH, also known as Izhevsk Machinebuilding Plant, has been making motorcycles since 1928. But that’s not why you know them. You know them as the manufacturer of the ubiquitous Kalashnikov AK-47 assault rifle. But seeing as this website isn’t called Iconic Gun Auctions (at least not yet), let’s talk about one of their more recent models, the IZH Jupiter 5.
This year of the Jupiter features a 350cc liquid-cooled two-stroke two-cylinder engine that produced 24 horsepower.
In the motherland, these bikes were used for basic transportation, as well as converted into a cargo-carrying trike like the Moto Guzzi Hercules, as well as police and firefighting duty.
This example is VIN: 00028199. The seller acquired it nine years ago out of a private collection through a Mecum auction.
During his ownership, the seller started it up and “ran it up and down the street, then put it on display.” The odometer shows 851 kilometers (528 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Unknown
Engine Oil Quality: Unknown
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Covered
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Front Ok
Turn Signals: Non Functioning
Tail Light: Non Functioning
Brake Light (Front Switch): Non Functioning
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Non Functioning
Plate Light: Non Functioning
Horn: Non Functioning
Kill Switch: Unknown
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 70%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 70%
Forks: Leaking
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: Unknown
Tire Date Code Rear: 22/9
Tire % Remaining Front: 90% Cracked
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90% Cracked
Tire Press. Front: 0 PSI inflated to 36 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 0 PSI inflated to 38 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 0V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: N/A
Running Condition: Crank, No Start
Test Ride Completed: None Taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
-Center Stand Damaged and falls forward
-Kickstand broken
-Key does not fit the side locks
-Leaking Fuel
-Evidence of Rodents
Recommendations:
-Carb Rebuild
-No Start Diagnostic
-Tires and Tubes
-Spark Plugs
-Battery Replacement
-New lock set
-Investigate for rodent damage
Modifications:
This Jupiter 5 appears to be stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Russian-made tires that have aged out.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this IZH is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Iconic’s White Glove Service can assist with getting a Tennessee state title for roughly $650. Have any Jupiter 5 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
