Ural M-63 (with Sidecar) - 1980 Specifications and Reviews
The 1980 Ural M-63 is a classic Soviet sidecar outfit designed for practical, rugged riding on challenging terrain. Its air-cooled 650cc boxer twin engine and shaft drive provide reliable, low-maintenance performance favored by adventure riders and those seeking authentic vintage character. Best known for durability and off-road capability, it suits riders valuing substance over speed.
1980
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 1980 |
| Model | Ural M-63 (with sidecar) |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Bore x stroke | 78.0 x 68.0 mm (3.1 x 2.7 inches) |
| Power | 20.60 |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 650.00 ccm (39.66 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0644 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
20.6 hp
Peak Power
25s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track5%
City30%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding35%
Touring50%
Passenger60%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders who have specifically trained on sidecar rigs, since a boxer-and-hack combo handles nothing like a solo motorcycle. |
| Purpose | Built for slow, deliberate exploration and utilitarian hauling rather than any kind of speed or sport riding. |
| Rider Fit | Demands real upper body strength and constant countersteering input, as the sidecar pulls and pushes the bike through every turn and straight. |
| Character | A charmingly agricultural machine that rewards patience and mechanical sympathy with old-world shaft-drive character and go-anywhere stubbornness. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for anyone wanting quick acceleration, nimble lane-splitting, or a modern, low-maintenance riding experience. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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