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Chang-Jiang CJ750 M1M - 1998 Specifications and Reviews
The Chang-Jiang CJ750 M1M is a classic 746cc twin-cylinder motorcycle ideal for riders seeking reliable, simple transportation with vintage charm. Known for its robust air-cooled engine and straightforward mechanical design, it delivers modest but dependable performance suitable for casual cruising and everyday commuting at moderate speeds.
1998
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 1998 |
| Model | Chang-Jiang CJ750 M1M |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Dual pipe |
| Greenhouse gases | 162.4 CO |
| Fuel consumption | 7.00 litres/100 km (14.3 km/l or 33.60 mpg) |
| Clutch | Dry PLate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Wet Sump |
| Ignition | point and condenser |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 6.0:1 |
| Top speed | 90.0 km/h (55.9 mph) |
| Power | 23.73 |
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 746.00 ccm (45.52 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 3.75-19 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.75-19 |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.3° |
| Frame type | Steel Tubular |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 litres (5.81 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,420 mm (55.9 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm (5.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,590 mm (62.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,400 mm (94.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,000 mm (39.4 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0659 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 360.0 kg (793.7 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | black, army green |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
23.7 hp
Peak Power
55.9 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track5%
City30%
Cornering20%
Daily Riding30%
Touring35%
Passenger55%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a machine for experienced riders comfortable with heavy, low-powered, mechanically old-fashioned motorcycles and their quirks. |
| Purpose | Built as a faithful replica of the classic Ural/BMW-style sidecar military bike, it exists for leisurely cruising, sidecar duty, and nostalgic collector riding rather than performance. |
| Rider Fit | Riders need decent physical strength to manage its 360kg heft at low speed, muscle through the shaft-driven four-speed box, and handle the heavy steering typical of this rake and tyre setup. |
| Character | It suits a laid-back, mechanically curious rider who enjoys vintage engineering, tinkering, and the theatre of riding something slow, loud, and full of character. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not for riders wanting speed, modern handling, or an easy, low-maintenance daily commuter. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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