Dnepr MT-10/36 - 1984 Specifications and Reviews

The 1984 Dnepr MT-10/36 is a Soviet-built classic cruiser suited for riders seeking reliable, utilitarian two-wheeled transportation. Powered by a 649cc boxer twin engine producing 32 horsepower, it's best known for its robust shaft drive, durability, and comfortable riding position. Its expanding drum brakes and sidecar compatibility made it a practical choice for Eastern Bloc adventurers.

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General information

CategoryClassic
Year1984
ModelDnepr MT-10/36
 
 

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveShaft drive (cardan)
Bore x stroke78.0 x 68.0 mm (3.1 x 2.7 inches)
Power32.00
Stroke4
Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer
Capacity:649.00 ccm (39.60 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Rear brakesExpanding brake
Front brakesExpanding brake

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

32 hp
Peak Power (est.)
14.5s
0-60 mph (est.)

Best For

Track5%
City30%
Cornering20%
Daily Riding25%
Touring40%
Passenger45%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders who enjoy mechanical, old-school machines and don't mind working with drum brakes and modest power delivery.
PurposeA utilitarian, sidecar-heritage boxer built for slow, steady cruising and rugged simplicity rather than outright performance.
Rider FitManageable for most body types thanks to its low-revving low-power nature, though the heavy shaft-drive drivetrain and vintage controls demand deliberate, unhurried inputs.
CharacterA charmingly agricultural Cold War-era classic that rewards patience and mechanical sympathy over speed or precision.
Not Ideal ForNot for riders seeking modern performance, sharp handling, or confident high-speed stopping power.

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

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