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Ural M70 Anniversary Edition - 2012 Specifications and Reviews
The 2012 Ural M70 Anniversary Edition is a classic sidecar motorcycle that appeals to riders seeking authentic retro styling and practical versatility. Its air-cooled 749cc boxer twin delivers modest but reliable power, making it ideal for leisurely cruising and adventure touring with a passenger or cargo. Known for traditional engineering and rugged dependability, this model celebrates Ural's heritage of producing distinctive, utilitarian motorcycles.
2012
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2012 |
| Model | Ural M70 Anniversary Edition |
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 | OHV |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Twin Keihin L22 AA |
| 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 | 51.53 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.0 ft.lbs) @ 4000 |
| Power | 40.00 |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 749.00 ccm (45.70 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Front, rear, and sidecar 18in. |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Mechanically actuated drumbrakes at rear and sidecar wheel. |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo, 4 piston with floating rotor |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 3.50-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 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 |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.03 litres (0.80 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 | 0.1231 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 325.0 kg (716.5 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Color options | Olive |
| Factory warranty | 2 years parts and labor, unlimited mileage |
| Electrical | FAYTX20HL 12V, 20Amp/h battery. |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
40 hp
Peak Power
65.2 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track5%
City35%
Cornering15%
Daily Riding40%
Touring55%
Passenger70%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a machine best suited to riders who already understand sidecar rigs, since a boxer-and-hack outfit steers and behaves nothing like a solo motorcycle. |
| Purpose | It exists for slow, deliberate, character-driven riding and off-the-beaten-path exploration rather than any kind of speed or performance pursuit. |
| Rider Fit | Piloting the rig demands real upper-body strength and constant steering input, since the sidecar pulls and pushes against every throttle and brake input. |
| Character | It has a rugged, old-world military charm, with a low-revving air-cooled boxer thumping away and a shaft drive that only adds to its unhurried, mechanical honesty. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not for riders wanting quick acceleration, nimble cornering, or a conventional two-wheeled riding feel. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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