The history of the motorcycle “IŽ” finds its beginnings in 1928. The German “DKW- NZ350” served as the prototype for “IŽ-49,” including the improvements of the earlier “IŽ-350.” The new model has several constructive innovations. Owing to advances in the spare parts technology, it had a new telescopic front shock-absorbing fork, rear wheel suspension, and inertia air filter. This was the most popular Soviet era motorcycle of the 1950’s, known for its simple design and dependability.
