Full review of the Ural motorcycle: characteristics, photos, popular models

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Ural motorcycles are a line of heavy motorcycles with a sidecar, produced by the Irbit motorcycle plant, in the city of Irbit, Sverdlovsk region. The main buyers are motorcyclists in the USA and Germany.

The design of the motorcycle has not undergone significant changes since the times of the Soviet Union. Valued throughout the world for its reliability and ease of repair.

Three models are now available for order in the plant’s online store: Gear Up 2021, City 2021, Ural Bobber LE

All motorcycles have approximately the same characteristics and differ only in colors, the presence of a sidecar drive, and finishing materials.

Each of them is equipped with a 743 cubic meter engine

Total information

German military all-wheel drive motorcycles gave rise to the spread of such equipment in the USSR in the days after the Great Patriotic War. The Soviet M-72 motorcycle was created for exclusively military purposes, and the Ural series, which still pleases many people with new models, became its continuation.

Initially, motor vehicles became most widespread in rural areas due to accessibility, convenience and reliability. Over time, especially when new Urals began to be equipped with imported parts and were stylized according to current realities, they began to be used in tourism, by bikers, and for simple highway driving.

A large amount of equipment is sent for export. In Europe, no matter what, modern models are highly valued, and some representatives of the series are even intended only for sale abroad.

Where it all started

In 1939, the Second World War began, and all European states began to prepare to defend their borders. Our country also made every effort to modernize the army. The likelihood of an attack on the USSR was high. The threat from Germany grew from the west, from Japan from the east.

Therefore, in complete secrecy, we began to create new types of weapons - tanks, airplanes, missile and artillery installations, armored vehicles, small arms.

And in 1940, it was decided that it was necessary to launch production of a simple and reliable motorcycle, which would become the basis of motorized rifle units of the USSR armed forces.

Specifications

Let's do a full analysis of technical data based on one of the first models - Ural M-62.

Ural M-62

The heavy Soviet motorcycle was equipped with a four-stroke carburetor two-cylinder engine with opposed cylinders and air cooling:

working volume – 649 cubic meters. cm;
cylinder diameter – 78 mm;
piston stroke – 78 mm;
compression ratio – 6.2;
maximum power – 28 hp. s., 20.6 kW;
crankshaft rotation speed at maximum power – 5,000-5,200 rpm;
maximum torque – 47 Nm;
carburetor - K-38;
air cleaner – combined inertial contact-oil filter with two-stage cleaning.

Transmission:

clutch: dry double-disc, driven discs with linings on both sides;
cardan transmission: cardan shaft with an elastic coupling and a hinge on needle bearings;
main gear: a pair of bevel wheels with spiral teeth, gear ratio - 4.62;
gearbox: four-speed, with gear ratios in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th gears 3.6, 2.28, 1.7, 1.3, respectively.

Electrical equipment:

ignition system - battery;
voltage – 6 V;
battery – ZMT-12;
generator – G-414;
relay-regulator – PP-31;
breaker-distributor – PM05;
ignition coil - B201.

Chassis:

frame – tubular double closed type;
Front wheel suspension – telescopic fork with double-acting hydraulic shock absorbers;
rear wheel suspension – spring;
front wheel travel – 80 mm;
rear wheel travel – 60 mm;
tire size - 3.75-19 inches;
brakes are shoe brakes, with friction linings on the front and rear wheels.

Refueling volumes:

fuel tank – 22 l;
engine crankcase – 2 l;
gearbox housing – 0.8 l;
final drive housing – 0.15 l;
air purifier – 0.2 l.

Dimensions:

length – 2,420 mm;
width – 1,650 mm;
height – 1,100 mm;
motorcycle base – 1,100 mm;
ground clearance at full load and normal tire pressure – 125 mm;
track – 1,130 mm;
maximum speed – 95 km/h;
weight – 340 kg;
maximum load – 255 kg;
average operating fuel consumption per 100 km when driving in various road conditions with variable load is 6 liters.

Motorcycle modifications

There is only one version of the Ural Wolf motorcycle. Over the course of ten years of production, it underwent several small upgrades that eliminated a number of “childhood sores,” but overall the bike remained the same. The designers took into account their own experience, and less old copies have fewer problems, so when buying it is better to choose a more recent option.

The best models - their features and technical characteristics

Ural ST

Ural City Ti (ST) is a modern model, but as practical as any classic motorcycle with sidecar that can be used every day. It is best suited for people who are encountering this type of technology for the first time and are just learning to drive a motorcycle with a sidecar. Fast cornering and simplified handling of the bike were achieved thanks to the lightweight, low position of the sidecar and reduced ground clearance due to 18-inch wheels.

The engine on all modern models remains quadruple with a displacement of 749 cc. see. Among the differences are:

4 valves;
power system – electronic fuel injection EFI;
power – 41 l. pp., which is 1 unit higher than other models today;
torque – 57 Nm at 4,300 rpm.

Transmission:

clutch – dry double-disc;
gearbox – mechanical with reverse;
number of gears – 4;
drive – cardan.

Chassis:

frame – tubular steel;
front suspension – lever, with two spring-hydraulic shock absorbers, spring preload can be adjusted;
rear suspension - pendulum with two Sachs shock absorbers, 5-stage spring preload adjustment (stroller - monoshock absorber with 5-stage spring preload adjustment);
front brakes - single floating disc with 4-piston Brembo caliper;
disc diameter - 295 mm;
rear brakes: for the rear wheel itself - one floating disc with a diameter of 256 mm with a 2-piston Brembo caliper, for the sidecar wheel - one floating disc with a diameter of 245 mm with a 2-piston Brembo caliper;
the diameter of the spoked wheels is 18 inches;
tires – 4 x 18;
maximum speed – 113 km/h;
fuel consumption – 7.6 l/100 km.

Dimensions:

length – 2,327 mm;
width – 1,615 mm;
height – 1,367 mm;
saddle height – 787;
ground clearance - 165 mm;
dry weight – 318 kg.

Ural Tourist

The reliable and time-tested Tourist model combines all the best qualities of its predecessors. In addition to domestic parts, it is based on many imported components such as DENSO, Sachs, which gives the bike excellent performance.

For the first time in the series, it was equipped with a lever front fork.

Engine:

cylinders – two, arranged oppositely;
no valves;
power supply system - two Keihin L 22 AA, 32 mm carburetors (remained unchanged for all subsequent models of Ural motorcycles);
power – 40 l. With.;
torque – 52 Nm at 4,600 rpm;
ignition system – electronic CDI;
starting system – electric and kick starter.

Transmission:

clutch – double-disc with reverse gear;
gearbox – mechanical, 4 gears in total;
drive – cardan.

Chassis:

front and rear suspension – Sachs hydraulic shock absorbers;
front brakes - single disc with Brembo floating caliper;
rear brakes - drum;
disc diameter – 19 inches;
wheels – spoked, painted;
maximum speed – 95 km/h;
fuel consumption – 8 l/100 km.

Dimensions:

length – 2,580 mm;
width – 1,700 mm;
height – 1,100 mm;
seat height – 785 mm;
ground clearance - 150 mm;
dry weight – 335 kg;
Fuel tank volume – 19 l.

Ural Patrol

The Patrol model can be safely called a station wagon, which can easily cover distances both on the highway and off-road, regardless of the season. The basis for it was the Ural Tourist.

An efficient all-wheel drive system is the main feature of this model. Just one move - and you have activated the additional drive of the motorcycle sidecar. The distinctive features of the motorcycle include its increased cross-country ability.

In terms of technical characteristics, in addition to the features highlighted above, the Ural Tourist is completely identical.

Ural Gear-Up

Another motorcycle based on the Tourist. It is a militarized model of a modern road motorcycle. Distinctive features of Gear-Up:

modified coloring, made in military style;
increased weight, higher maximum load, reaching 612 kg;
all-wheel drive, which allows, if necessary, to turn on and off the motorcycle sidecar drive using a special lever.

The technical characteristics of the Gear Up model, not taking into account all-wheel drive and increased weight, correspond to the Tourist, which became its prototype.

Ural Retro

The Retro model is stylized to resemble motorcycles of yesteryear, especially appealing to antique lovers. Particular attention is paid to the stylized gear shift knob on the gas tank.

Engine:

four-stroke;
volume – 749 cubic meters. cm;
cylinders – two, arranged oppositely;
no valves;
power supply system – 2 carburetors Keihin L 22 AA, 32 mm;
power – 40 l. With.;
torque – 52 Nm at 4,600 rpm;
ignition system – electronic CDI;
starting system – electric and kick starter.

Transmission:

clutch – double-disc with reverse gear;
gearbox – mechanical, total gears – 4;
drive – cardan.

Chassis:

front suspension – Marzhocchi telescopic fork;
rear suspension – Sachs hydraulic shock absorbers;
front brakes - single disc with four-piston Brembo caliper;
rear brakes - drum;
maximum speed – 105 km/h;
fuel consumption – 8 l/100 km.

Dimensions:

length – 2,224 mm;
width – 1,630 mm;
height – 1,020 mm;
saddle height – 750 mm;
ground clearance - 125 mm;
dry weight – 325 kg;
fuel tank volume – 22 l.

Ural Wolf

The wolf is made in the style of an American chopper, and members of the Night Wolves biker club took part in its development. The model differs from other Ural motorcycles:

Extended base.
Excellent acceleration dynamics.
High maximum speed – up to 150 km/h.
A modern look that ensures good demand.

Engine:

four-stroke with a volume of 749 cc. cm;
cylinders – 2, arranged oppositely;
number of valves – 4;
power supply system – two Keihin L 22 AA, 32 mm carburetors;
power – 40 l. With.;
torque – 52 Nm at 4,000 rpm;
ignition system – electronic CDI;
starting system – electric and kick starter.

Transmission:

clutch – double-disc with reverse gear;
gearbox – mechanical, 4 gears in total;
drive – cardan.

Chassis:

steel frame;
front suspension – telescopic fork;
rear suspension – pendulum with two hydraulic shock absorbers, adjustable;
front and rear brakes - one disc;
maximum speed – 150 km/h;
fuel consumption – 6.5 l/100 km.

Dimensions:

length – 2,530 mm;
width – 850 mm;
height – 1,300 mm;
seat height – 650 mm;
ground clearance - 115 mm;
dry weight – 249 kg;
total weight – 430 kg;
Fuel tank volume – 19 l.

Ural Solo

Solo is a single road bike, created on the basis of IMZ-8.103-10. Unlike most of the models discussed in the article, the motorcycle is designed for highway driving. The solo has a memorable appearance - it is stylized to resemble the technique of the mid-20th century. It’s hard to ignore the gas tank and safety arches, which will not leave indifferent fans of such bikes and riding in general.

Engine:

four-stroke with a volume of 745 cc. cm;
cylinders – two, arranged oppositely, total number – 2;
number of valves – 4;
power supply system – two Keihin L 22 AA, 32 mm carburetors;
power – 40 l. With.;
torque – 38 Nm at 4,500 rpm;
ignition system – electronic CDI;
starting system – electric and kick starter.

Transmission:

clutch – double disc;
gearbox – mechanical, number of gears – 4;
drive – cardan.

Chassis:

front suspension – Marzhocchi telescopic fork;
rear suspension – Sachs hydraulic shock absorbers;
front brakes - single disc with four-piston Brembo caliper;
rear brakes - single disc with Brembo caliper;
disc diameter – 18 inches;
maximum speed – 150 km/h;
fuel consumption – 5 l/100 km.

Dimensions:

length – 2,159 mm;
width – 780 mm;
height – 1,079 mm;
seat height – 770 mm;
ground clearance - 125 mm;
dry weight – 200 kg;
Fuel tank volume – 19 l.

Ural Sportsman

The Sportsman is a sporty version of an all-wheel drive bike, aimed at a younger target audience. This model is equipped with a switchable wheel drive on the side stroller, a roll bar, a large rear trunk and a windshield that protects from wind and oncoming splashes.

Engine:

four-stroke, volume - 749 cubic meters. cm;
cylinders – two, arrangement – opposite;
no valves;
power supply system – two Keihin L 22 AA, 32 mm carburetors;
power – 40 l. With.;
torque – 52 Nm at 4,000 rpm.

Transmission:

clutch – double-disc with reverse gear;
gearbox – mechanical, number of gears – 4;
drive – cardan, wheel drive.

Chassis:

front and rear suspension – hydraulic shock absorbers, adjustable in 5 positions;
front brakes - single disc with Brembo floating caliper;
rear brakes - drum;
disc diameter – 19 inches;
maximum speed – 100 km/h;
fuel consumption – 7.5 l/100 km.

Dimensions:

length – 2,580 mm;
width – 1,700 mm;
height – 1,100 mm;
seat height – 790 mm;
dry weight – 350 kg;
total weight – 610 kg;
Fuel tank volume – 19 l.

Ural Ranger

In 2015, Ural presented a new development - the Ural Ranger, which perfectly combines a scrambler and a sidecar. The characteristic features of the new model are:

Gorgeous design - painted in gray and yellow colors, made in a modern style, the motorcycle clearly stands out among other bikes of the company.
Off-road tires Heidenau K37.
LED fog lights.
High exhaust system 2 in 2.
Powerful bumpers.
A steering wheel with a transverse tube on which you can mount a smartphone, navigator or camera.

At the moment, Ranger is only available in European countries. His fate in the vast expanses of the CIS countries is unknown.

Otherwise, in terms of technical characteristics, including dimensions, this model corresponds to the Ural Sportsman.

URAL BOBBER LE - from 1,080,000 rubles

New from the motorcycle factory.

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Special colors, special seats, a sports steering wheel, a “vortex” exhaust system - all this is standard.

Additionally, you can install all the same options, light, heating, glass.

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Convenience

Ural Solo sT is equipped with two transformable seats: standard single-seat solutions have rubber-covered seats or 2-seater motorcycles.

also choose two single seats .

First of all, this modern motorcycle is designed for comfortable movement on asphalt surfaces.

However, it can easily cope with movement on the roads of villages or in the absence of a road.

It handles the track quite confidently, and is highly stable when cornering .

The motorcycle has excellent aerodynamic characteristics.

Manufacturers have provided the motorcycle with excellent shock absorption, so small bumps on the road are practically not felt .

A perfect braking system adds a high degree of safety to this vehicle. Especially when maneuvering along city streets.

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Photo gallery

Ural Solo is a motorcycle with a classic layout that combines all the advantages of the usual Ural. The appearance has been changed for the better, thanks to the successful combination of chrome and painted parts. In the presented selection you can see a motorcycle of various modifications.

Ural Solo sT – motorcycle classic

The modern motorcycle Ural Solo sT continues the classic traditions of the Ural, which has been produced since the times of the Soviet Union.
The model that is based on it comes with stainless exhaust pipes , a standard fuel tank, a tractor-style saddle, and a black fender at the rear.

It has a classic black finish .

But when ordering this motorcycle, the buyer is offered the opportunity to order additional equipment for the model to upgrade the standard equipment.