Ural Tourist - 1994 Specifications and Reviews
The 1994 Ural Tourist is a Soviet-era sidecar motorcycle designed for practical, adventurous riders seeking rugged reliability over performance. Its 649cc boxer engine delivers modest power but exceptional torque for hauling cargo and passengers across challenging terrain. Known for durability and off-road capability, it remains a cult favorite among enthusiasts valuing character and simplicity.
General information | |
| Category | Unspecified category |
| Year | 1994 |
| Model | Ural Tourist |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Torque | 44.13 |
| Power | 26.50 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer |
| Capacity: | 649.00 ccm (39.60 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds) |
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Ural Tourist dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1262 HP/kg |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 2.00 litres (0.53 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
40 hp
Peak Power
18s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track5%
City35%
Cornering20%
Daily Riding45%
Touring70%
Passenger75%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Best suited to riders who already understand sidecar-equipped or three-wheeled rigs, since the Tourist's leading-link forks and shaft drive behave very differently from a conventional two-wheeler. |
| Purpose | Built for slow, deliberate exploration and novelty riding rather than speed, with a heavy steel frame, shaft drive, and boxer engine designed for durability over performance. |
| Rider Fit | Demands real upper-body strength and deliberate steering input, as the sidecar pulls against normal countersteering and low-speed maneuvering requires muscling the bars. |
| Character | A rugged, old-world curiosity with charm rooted in its Siberian heritage, mechanical simplicity, and shaft-driven boxer twin rather than in outright capability. |
| Not Ideal For | Not for riders wanting quick acceleration, nimble cornering, or a bike that handles like a typical modern motorcycle. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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