Chang-Jiang 750 FY (with Sidecar) - 1991 Specifications and Reviews
The 1991 Chang-Jiang 750 FY is a Soviet-derived sidecar motorcycle built for practical, utilitarian riding. Its air-cooled 745cc boxer twin engine delivers modest power suited to working riders who prioritize reliability and cargo capacity over performance. Known for robust construction and shaft drive durability, it remains popular among enthusiasts valuing classic simplicity and dependability.
General information | |
| Category | Speedway |
| Year | 1991 |
| Model | Chang-Jiang 750 FY (with sidecar) |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 4-speed with reverse |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | OHV |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 7.0:1 |
| Power | 27.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer |
| Capacity: | 745.00 ccm (45.46 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 370.0 kg (815.7 pounds) |
Chang-Jiang 750 FY (with Sidecar) dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 3.75-19 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.75-19 |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 110.0 km/h (68.4 mph) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 24.00 litres (6.34 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
27 hp
Peak Power
68.4 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track5%
City25%
Cornering10%
Daily Riding30%
Touring40%
Passenger60%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a machine for experienced riders comfortable with the unique, arm-wrestling discipline of piloting a sidecar rig, as it behaves nothing like a solo motorcycle. |
| Purpose | Built for slow, deliberate, characterful journeys and hauling a passenger or cargo in the attached sidecar rather than for speed or performance. |
| Rider Fit | Riding this rig demands real physical strength and constant steering input, since the sidecar pulls against the bike and drum brakes require a firm hand. |
| Character | A charming slice of mechanical history with a low-revving air-cooled boxer twin, shaft drive, and old-world drum brakes that reward patience over performance. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the machine for riders seeking speed, agile cornering, or modern convenience and braking performance. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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