Ural M70 - 2016 Specifications and Reviews

The 2016 Ural M70 is a heavyweight sidecar motorcycle built for adventurous riders seeking classic Soviet styling and rugged reliability. Known for its distinctive military aesthetic in olive drab, generous cargo capacity, and stable handling with sidecar integration, it prioritizes durability and character over performance. Best suited for leisurely touring and off-road exploration rather than speed.

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General information

CategoryClassic
Year2016
ModelUral M70

Engine and Transmission Specifications

ClutchDry, dual disk
Transmission type,final driveShaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox4-speed
Cooling systemAir
IgnitionFull electronic C.D.I.
Fuel controlOverhead Valves (OHV)
Fuel systemInjection. Throttle body EFI
Valves per cylinder2
Bore x Stroke78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Compression8.6:1
Top speed105.0 km/h (65.2 mph)
Torque56.95 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 4300 RPM
Power41.00 HP (29.9 kW) @ 5500 RPM
Engine detailsFlat twin engine
Engine typeTwo cylinder boxer, four-stroke

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels

Rear brakes diameter245 mm (9.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Bremo
Front brakes diameter295 mm (11.6 inches)
Front brakesSingle disc. Bremo, 4 piston with floating rotor
Rear tyre3.50-18
Front tyre3.50-18
Rear SuspensionDouble sided swing-arm with two Sachs hydraulic spring shock absorbers, 5x adjustable
Front Suspension40mm Marzocchi telescopic forks
Rake (fork angle)30.0°
Frame typeDouble loop steel tubular frame
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Reserve fuel capacity3.00 litres (0.79 gallons)
Fuel capacity22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)
Ground clearance125 mm (4.9 inches)
Overall width1,630 mm (64.2 inches)
Overall length2,224 mm (87.6 inches)
Overall height1,020 mm (40.2 inches)
Seat height750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio0.1262 HP/kg
Dry weight325.0 kg (716.5 pounds)

Other specs

MaintenanceFind parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Factory warranty2 years parts and labor, unlimited mileage
Carrying capacityTrunk Volume: 2.9 cubic ft
StarterElectric & kick
Color optionsOlive drab

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

41 hp
Peak Power
65.2 mph
Top Speed

Best For

Track5%
City30%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding45%
Touring55%
Passenger75%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a machine for riders willing to learn an entirely different skillset, since a sidecar rig steers by countering throttle and body weight rather than leaning, and it punishes anyone who rides it like a normal motorcycle.
PurposeIt exists for slow, deliberate, characterful travel and utility, not for speed or sport, rewarding owners who want a mechanical, retro, go-anywhere-at-a-crawl experience.
Rider FitRiding demands real upper body strength and constant steering input to fight the sidecar's pull, plus comfort with a low top speed and heavy, low-slung 322kg mass.
CharacterQuirky, old-world, and unapologetically analog, the M70 suits someone who values presence and novelty over performance and wants a bike that turns heads for being different rather than fast.
Not Ideal ForThis is not for anyone wanting quick acceleration, agile cornering, or long fast highway stints, since its low power and three-wheeled dynamics make it fundamentally unsuited to sporty or high-speed riding.

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

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2016 Ural M70 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 750mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2016 Ural M70, with a moderate knee angle of around 115 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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