Jawa 350 TS (with Sidecar) - 1989 Specifications and Reviews
The 1989 Jawa 350 TS with sidecar is a practical utility motorcycle ideal for riders seeking affordable, reliable commuting with passenger or cargo capacity. Its lightweight 343cc twin two-stroke engine delivers modest but adequate performance, reaching 100 km/h, while the sidecar configuration provides stable, accessible transportation for Eastern European markets.
General information | |
| Category | Unspecified category |
| Year | 1989 |
| Model | Jawa 350 TS (with sidecar) |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | Port control |
| Bore x stroke | 58.0 x 65.0 mm (2.3 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression | 10.2:1 |
| Top speed | 100.0 km/h (62.1 mph) |
| Power | 27.00 |
| Engine type | Twin, two-stroke |
| Capacity: | 343.00 ccm (20.93 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 3.50-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.25-18 |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 17.00 litres (4.49 gallons) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 223.0 kg (491.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
27 hp
Peak Power
62.1 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track5%
City40%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding45%
Touring40%
Passenger70%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This rig demands a rider who has specifically learned to handle a sidecar rig, since sidecar dynamics are entirely different from a solo motorcycle and are unforgiving of solo-bike reflexes. |
| Purpose | Best suited to leisurely, nostalgic outings, utilitarian hauling, or classic-bike enthusiast use rather than any performance-oriented riding. |
| Rider Fit | Piloting the rig requires real upper-body strength and deliberate countersteering-style inputs, as the sidecar wants to pull and push against the rider through turns and under braking. |
| Character | It has the charm of a slow, mechanical, air-cooled two-stroke twin from behind the Iron Curtain, full of clattering character rather than outright capability. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for riders wanting speed, cornering agility, modern handling, or an easy transition from a standard two-wheeler. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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