Chang-Jiang SM 750 (with Sidecar) - 1988 Specifications and Reviews
The 1988 Chang-Jiang SM 750 is a practical sidecar motorcycle suited for riders seeking affordable, stable transportation for passengers or cargo. Its air-cooled 745cc twin engine delivers modest power with reliable simplicity, while the attached sidecar provides genuine utility. Best known for economical Chinese engineering and rugged dependability on varied terrain.
1988
General information | |
| Category | Unspecified category |
| Year | 1988 |
| Model | Chang-Jiang SM 750 (with sidecar) |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| 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 | 26.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Twin |
| Capacity: | 745.00 ccm (45.46 cubic inches) |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 400.0 kg (881.8 pounds) |
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Chang-Jiang SM 750 (with Sidecar) dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 4.00-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 4.00-17 |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 119.0 km/h (73.9 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 25.00 litres (6.61 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
26 hp
Peak Power
73.9 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track5%
City25%
Cornering10%
Daily Riding30%
Touring45%
Passenger70%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This rig is best suited to experienced riders who have specifically trained on sidecar rigs, since a sidecar demands an entirely different, counter-intuitive set of steering and braking skills than a solo motorcycle. |
| Purpose | Built as a rugged, utilitarian BMW-derived flat-twin clone with a sidecar attached, it is best suited to slow-paced touring, cargo hauling, and novelty or heritage riding rather than any performance use. |
| Rider Fit | Handling this outfit requires real physical strength and stamina, as the drum brakes, heavy chassis, and sidecar leverage all demand significant muscular input at low speed and in turns. |
| Character | It has a slow, deliberate, tractor-like mechanical character full of vintage charm, with a low-revving air-cooled twin that rewards patience over urgency. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the machine for riders seeking speed, agility, modern comfort, or confident cornering, as its drum brakes, low power, and sidecar geometry make it unsuitable for spirited or aggressive riding. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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