Rare Two-Cylinder Minsk Motorcycle Unearthed in Belarus

A Rare Find: Unveiling the Minsk M-101 Motorcycle Belarus is home to a rich history of motorcycle manufacturing, and recently, a rare piece of that history has resurfaced. A video posted online details a two-cylinder Minsk M-101 motorcycle, a model produced in limited numbers between 1961 and 1962. This unique machine, unlike other Minsk models, boasts a 250cc two-stroke engine and a four-speed transmission. The video's narrator, an apparent enthusiast, explains: "This motorcycle is unique due to its two-cylinder engine, which was not common in Minsk production at the time." The video also highlights the motorcycle's distinctive frame design. The limited production run, estimated between 50 and 100 units, further underscores the M-101's rarity and significance for collectors and motorcycle history buffs. The discovery and documentation of this rare model add a fascinating chapter to the story of Minsk motorcycle production.