МОТОВЕСНА 2026. По следам события.

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A Chinese motorcycle that looks like a Harley-Davidson costs only 500,000 rubles, four times cheaper than the original.

The episode features an interview with Oleg Kapkaev, a motor traveler and correspondent for Motoradio, who attended the MotoVista 2026 motorcycle exhibition in Moscow. He begins by discussing Chinese motorcycle manufacturers, highlighting brands like Benda that produce Harley-Davidson-inspired bikes at significantly lower prices, such as 500,000 rubles compared to four times more for originals. Oleg notes improvements in Chinese quality over seven to eight years, though design and performance still lag behind Harley-Davidson. He also mentions the presence of Chinese representatives at the exhibition, communicating through translators. The conversation shifts to bicycles, with Oleg expressing surprise at the variety and design of electric and designer bicycles from China, including super-light models used for tuning. He observes a large outdoor program at the exhibition, including flat track racing, enduro parks, and drift demonstrations. Oleg discusses the custom motorcycle zone, where Alexeevich is a key figure, and notes a trend away from high-tech styles toward classic and steampunk designs. He describes the exhibition's popularity, with sunny days attracting many motorcyclists and causing parking congestion, where free parking led to 40-minute exit queues. Oleg highlights the revival of motorcycle events across Russia, such as in the Baltic region and Siberia, organized by motor clubs with participants in vests. He talks about Russian innovations, including a 15-kilowatt electric motor based on Chinese technology and locally made titanium bicycle frames and planetary gears. Oleg mentions the high attendance, with tickets costing 1,400 rubles per day, and the prevalence of bloggers recording content. He compares the exhibition to smaller, profit-driven events in St. Petersburg, citing logistical challenges due to Russia's long winters. The episode concludes with a discussion of classic motorcycle design, using the Yava motorcycle as an example of timeless aesthetics, and Oleg's well-wishes for the riding season.

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