Chang-Jiang 750 M1M - 2009 Specifications and Reviews

The Chang-Jiang 750 M1M is a classic cruiser built on Soviet design heritage, featuring a reliable 746cc air-cooled twin-cylinder engine with shaft drive. Its low-slung geometry and substantial 350kg weight make it ideal for riders seeking authentic retro styling and stable, leisurely cruising rather than performance.

2009
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General information

CategoryClassic
Year2009
ModelChang-Jiang 750 M1M

Engine and Transmission Specifications

ClutchDry
Transmission typefinal driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox4-speed
Cooling systemAir
StarterElectric & kick
Power24.00
Stroke4
Engine typeTwin
Capacity:746.00 ccm (45.52 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Overall width750 mm (29.5 inches)
Overall length2,400 mm (94.5 inches)
Overall height1,000 mm (39.4 inches)
Dry weight350.0 kg (771.6 pounds)
 
 

Chang-Jiang 750 M1M dimensions and frame

Power/weight ratio0.0686 HP/kg
Top speed90.0 km/h (55.9 mph)

Other specs

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Fuel consumption pr. 10 km (6.2 miles)7.00 litres (1.85 gallons)
Fuel capacity24.00 litres (6.34 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

24 hp
Peak Power
55.9 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track3%
City25%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding30%
Touring35%
Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis bike suits an experienced rider comfortable with archaic controls, heavy clutch and brake feel, and a machine that demands mechanical sympathy rather than one that forgives inattention.
PurposeIt exists for slow, deliberate, sidecar-style or solo cruising and for enthusiasts who want an authentic Ural-derived classic experience rather than outright performance.
Rider FitThe 350kg dry weight combined with a low-powered 4-speed shaft-drive setup means low speeds are easy but maneuvering at a stop or on uneven ground requires real physical strength and confidence.
CharacterIt has the character of a rugged, old-world military-derived sidecar machine, plodding, mechanical, charmingly agricultural rather than refined.
Not Ideal ForThis is not for riders seeking speed, agility, modern ergonomics, or a bike that can keep pace with contemporary traffic on highways.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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