Ural Tourist - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Ural Tourist is a heavy-duty sidecar motorcycle designed for adventure riders seeking reliable, off-road capable transportation across challenging terrain. Built by Russia's legendary Irbit Motorcycle Works, it features substantial cargo capacity, excellent ground clearance, and robust construction for expedition touring. Known for durability and simplicity, this machine suits riders prioritizing practicality and rugged dependability over speed.
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Ural Tourist |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Greenhouse gases | 162.4 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission) |
| Fuel consumption | 7.00 litres/100 km (14.3 km/l or 33.60 mpg) |
| Clutch | Dry, dual disk |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Ignition | C.D.I. |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x Stroke | 78.0 x 78.0 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches) |
| Compression | 8.6:1 |
| Torque | 52.00 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.4 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM |
| Power | 40.00 HP (29.2 kW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Engine details | Flat twin engine |
| 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 | 3 cross-spoked wheels plus 1 reserve wheel |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Single disc on sidecar |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo, floating disk |
| Rear tyre | 4.00-19 |
| Front tyre | 4.00-19 |
| Rear Suspension | Double sided swinging arm with hydraulic spring shock absorbers - 5 x adjustable |
| Front Suspension | Leading link forks with hydraulic spring shock absorbers - 5 x adjustable |
| Frame type | Double loop steel tube |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
| Ground clearance | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1,700 mm (66.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,580 mm (101.6 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,100 mm (43.3 inches) |
| Seat height | 790 mm (31.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1250 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Made by Irbit Motorcycle Works (IMZ), Irbit, 250 km east of the Ural mountains in Siberia, Russia. |
| Factory warranty | 2 years parts and labor, unlimited mileage |
| Carrying capacity | Trunk Volume: 2.9 cubic |
| Electrical | 14 V DC w/22 Amp 770 Watt Alternator |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Color options | Black, Azure, Terracotta, Grey Metallic, Green Metallic, Burgundy Metallic |
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. |
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