Since privatization the MotoVelo Corporation has been in decline trailing near bankruptcy. On 25 November 2005 some 600 employees of MotoVelo rallied and blocked one of major Minsk streets in protest of low salaries ($100/month) and poor work conditions. On 16 December 2005 majority stock (90% of stock options) were transferred to Belarusian state to save the plant. The Belarusian socialist economy means that the plant will soon have an influx of state money and improve.

http://www.naviny.by/ru/content/rubriki/1-ya_gruppa/ekonomika/16-12-05-1/

Some believe that this whole situation was created by a Motovelo director deliberately, since immediately after the collapse of Motovelo he was promoted to high government position. Looks like Lukashenka regime was after the hard currency flow generated by this 90% export of motorcycles abroad. However - this is good news for consumers - the plant will survive.

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Honda XL 125

Dirt Bike 125cc Minsk WILDCAT

The MINSK WILDCAT is built like a tank. It has great performance and style. The 125 two stroke engine has superb pick-up. Hydraulic forks and coil over hydraulic shocks in the rear. 18" front and rear tires. Comfortable seat, steel tank and plastic fenders. Excellent entry level dirt bike because of easy handling. Great fun for OFF ROAD!