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.
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Ural M70 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Dry, dual disk |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Ignition | Full electronic C.D.I. |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Fuel system | Injection. Throttle body EFI |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x Stroke | 78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 8.6:1 |
| Top speed | 105.0 km/h (65.2 mph) |
| Torque | 56.95 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 4300 RPM |
| Power | 41.00 HP (29.9 kW) @ 5500 RPM |
| Engine details | Flat twin engine |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 245 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Bremo |
| Front brakes diameter | 295 mm (11.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo, 4 piston with floating rotor |
| Rear tyre | 3.50-18 |
| Front tyre | 3.50-18 |
| Rear Suspension | Double sided swing-arm with two Sachs hydraulic spring shock absorbers, 5x adjustable |
| Front Suspension | 40mm Marzocchi telescopic forks |
| Rake (fork angle) | 30.0° |
| Frame type | Double loop steel tubular frame |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.00 litres (0.79 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 22.00 litres (5.81 gallons) |
| Ground clearance | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,630 mm (64.2 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,224 mm (87.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,020 mm (40.2 inches) |
| Seat height | 750 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1262 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 325.0 kg (716.5 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Factory warranty | 2 years parts and labor, unlimited mileage |
| Carrying capacity | Trunk Volume: 2.9 cubic ft |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Color options | Olive 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 For | This 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. |
| Purpose | It 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 Fit | Riding 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. |
| Character | Quirky, 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 For | This 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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