Why this motorcycle has NOT changed in 80 YEARS

The Ural Gear-Up has not changed in 80 years! Should they change something on the Ural, or should they keep it the same for another 80 years? The Ural has a lot of history behind it and will be around for years to come.

The Yamaha TW200 is another bike that hasn't changed much over the years.

Honda's 750 Shadow is one of the most reliable bikes you can buy!

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[sidecardan]

I've had one for eight years now and put on over 41, 000 km. It's the best money I've ever wasted.

[John]

I own a 2019 Ural Sahara and love it! We've had lots of fun on and off road. I've had zero mechanical issues. I often ride it to work (about 25 miles of highway) average speed of 65 - 70 mph and has passing power to spare. I will admit it is most comfortable between 30 and 50 mph. As far as the "Ural Factor" goes, people love this thing. They wave, smile, thumbs up, and if you stop at a store or to get gas you will need to plan extra time cause somebody is coming over to talk. Great fun for sure.

[schiessco]

My Ural has been totally reliable for the 2 years I've owned it. It's the ultimate grocery getter.

[UralMotorcyclesOfficial]

New For 2020

19” aluminum rims from Italcerchio S.R.L.
Forged brake caliper brackets
One-piece forged alternator adapter shaft
Bi-metal piston pin bushing
Updated swing arm and fork leg design incorporates dust seals to prolong bearing life
Improved rear sidecar body mounts "snowmen" incorporate an internal spring for increased load capacity

New For 2019
Re-designed cylinder head covers
Cooling fins increased in surface area for improved cooling efficiency
Improved piston and cylinder design
Throttle position sensor for improved throttle response.
All new EFI system utilizing Keihin throttle bodies
Improved oil pick-up design and increased oil pan capacity
Universal spare wheel
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New For 2018
Spotlight replaced with high visibility LED Fog Lights on Gear Up sidecar.
New passenger windshield on cT model.
New hydraulic/gas charged steering damper.
New reed style magnetic float fuel sensor.
Three new standard paint options (Slate Grey, Burgundy Satin, and OD Green).

New For 2017
Electronic speedometer with built-in indicators.
New wire harness with combination relay and fuse box under left side panel.
Handlebar switch for sidecar spot-light.
Handlebar parking brake lever, replaces rider side lever.
Reverse / neutral foot pedal instead of lever.
New stock 2/3 seat, replaces tractor seat.
New sidecar seat with extra storage space under the cushion.
Updated Tonneau covers.
Numerous redesigned and improved internal components.
New colors available in premium colors and finishes.

New For 2016
New starter motor.
Introduction of compressible fiber-aluminum gaskets to seal exhaust head pipes.
Hydraulic brake switch.
Modified wire harness.
Modified throttle bodies and flanges.
Gas tank with the fuel sensor baffle.
Modified hydraulic dampener with increased stiffness and sealing.
New trunk lid weather strip.
New design of the oil deflector for the breather for 2WD models.
Use of liquid paint on all body parts.

New For 2015
Updated standard roller bearing used in the crankshaft.
Updated welding for hydraulic damper mount.
3M Self adhesive kick start bumper.
New rear brake hose and cable mounting bracket.
Relocated master cylinder with universal link rods.
Redesigned rear brake pedal that is higher and more comfortable.
New H4 headlight with housing.
New tonneau covers, standard Sunbrella and vinyl for cT model.
Plastic wheel hub covers for front and sidecar wheels.
Introduction of Universal spare wheel.

New For 2014
Introduction of new EFI engine.
Introduction of new cT model.
New airbox with branch pipes.
New hydraulic steering dampener.
New aluminum triple clamps.
Disk brakes on front, rear, and sidecar wheels.
Redesigned wheel hubs.
New final drive housing.
Pre-formed fuel lines, breather, and brake reservoir hoses.
New front brake reaction link.
New Ural gas tank badges.
New tank knee-grips with logo.
Redesigned ignition key.
New dashboard with updated indicator lamps.
Front engine cover now featuring Ural logo.

New For 2013
Improved clutch plates.
New mirror design.
New diamond sidecar step plate.
New sidecar floor mats.
New military hardware fasteners on all tonneau covers.
Improved tire pump.
3M seam sealers for improved protection.

New For 2012
New piston rings with tighter tolerances.
New camshaft with improved materials and bearing surfaces.
Improved 2 piece design for sidecar drive shaft yokes.
New 2WD gear hubs for final drive and sidecar swing arm drive.
New one piece intake branch pipes that eliminates center coupler and clamps.

2011
New paint options including more powder coated colors.
New Aluminum rims on all models.
Trunk locks standard all models.
New Cordura (canvas) tonneau covers and aprons.
New aluminum upper fork bolts.
Improved high strength final drive ring gear bolts.

2010
Aluminum alloy rims for Patrol and Tourist models.
Rocker arms with needle bearings.
Bearing instead of bronze bushing on the camshaft.
Polished ports of the cylinder head.
Stainless steel on all tubular parts (bumpers, clips, handles etc.)
40mm Marzocchi forks for Retro model.

2009
Stainless steel exhaust pipes and mufflers
Newly designed removable plate under the driver seat
Standard (7/8') handle bar size and removable risers.
Bottom out travel limiter on sidecar swing arm.
New NAK seals and SKF bearings.
High quality 8.8 hardware used throughout.
Unified EU/US wire harness

2008
Complete new valve train including 7mm stem valves, sealed valve guides, hardened valve seats and stiffer valve springs
New clutch springs
Shock absorbers from Sachs
Pivot bearings installed in place of bushings in both front and rear swing arms
Tapered steering head bearings (SKF)
Steel braided brake hoses
New tool kit

2007
Ducati ignition system
Herzog precision cut timing gears and oil pump gears
Surfaced clutch plates for smooth operation
Herzog shafts and precision cut gears for gearbox
Reversed style drive shaft with larger spline surface area
Improved 2WD engagement rod with UNI balls
Improved front sidecar mount to allow more adjustment and negative camber
SKF sealed wheel bearings
Brembo floating disc on all models
Improved sidecar truck hinges and handle
Standard (7/8') handle bar size and removable risers
Bottom out travel limiter on sidecar swing arm
NAK seals
SKF bearings
High quality 8.8 hardware used throughout

2006
New header fastening system for exhaust pipes
Type V ignition (one-piece rotor)
Floating disc on Retro/Troyka front brake
Mechanical rear drum brakes on Retro
Petcock mounting on the tank without adapter
"Upside-down" type of air filter
Ducati ignition (late 2006)
Neutral indicator off when reverse is "on"
Drive shaft with longer splines

2005
Front bumper for Patrol
New bench seats
New wire harness with power outlet in the sidecar


2004
Denso alternator
Type IV ignition (outside location, two-piece rotor)
Improved 2wd engagement lever (with fixing plate)

2003
Brembo disc brake
New 750cc engine (different valves, camshaft, pistons)

[HotCarl]

The unreliability is a total myth. I've put at least 20, 000 miles on my 1995 model. That's before all that fancy brake fluid and discs stuff. I've got 3 mechanical drums. The safety of steel from pedal to wheel. I've only replaced all the switchgear, alternator, every bearing and bushing outside of the engine and transmission, every cable, fuel line, all 5 shocks, lined the tank, replaced the petcock, replaced the whole ignition system, driveshaft couplings, 4 tires and tubes, trued all the wheels, rebuilt the carbs, replaced swingarm bushings and rewired all but 4 inches of the original Russian wiring when I stripped the entire bike and sidecar down to their frames to replace the 5 year old engine 15 years ago. Recently, it blew a carburetor off the cylinder and bounced it off my leg, leaving a huge knot on my shin. Minor inconveniences like this are easily repaired in minutes with the 60 pounds of tools and spare parts that I keep in the trunk at all times. You only have to adjust the valves and change the oil and filters in the engine, transmission and final drive every 1, 500 miles. It's basically maintenance free. If you keep a designated pair of oily pants and boots, just for Ural use, you don't even have to struggle to wash all the oil spray out of your clothes. After all this time, it can still easily get to 50 mph in less than 20 or 30 seconds and hold that speed for minutes at a time if you're strong enough and brave enough. It's the best bike I've ever owned.

[laurylafleur]

Man, you've got it wrong. Reliability in the 70's was an issue. it's imperative to do the maintanance without fail. Guys were riding the hell of the bike and doing little if any upkeep. Then they cried about no reliability . These are tanks that need a little bit of this or that after a day's ride. Don't abuse the bike, do regular oil and filter changes, change fluids etc.

[Anton_G_]

Amazing review. While being unreliable, this thing is so easy to fix, it's not even funny. There are zero electronics, and with all that storage you can carry a set of parts and tools and do literally any repairs in the field. That makes it more reliable than some of the most reliable bikes out there :) Plus, you get to know your machine very intimately.

[petrosspetrosgali]

They’ve changed a LOT over the years. They have German bearings, Italian brakes German fuel injection....

[dama]

Ural motorcycles became more reliable in this century with the biggest jump into EFI and away from carbs in 2014. Admittedly the service Intervalls are short but the technology makes maintenance life easy... one tire fits all and the same for the shocks... so for people who like to get some grease on their hands, as well as the ones who run to the dealer to get a screw tightened... the Ural is not overly expensive... are there more reliable bikes sure... they are faster, slower, lighter, heavier, cheaper, more expensive, better built, or crappier... but none of them will stop a line of people and talk to you for hours... and none of them are as much fun for you and your whole family...

[Juicymiketj]

“Why am I wasting my time on the highway, when I can be riding up a tree or something” You’re comments having me dying 😂😅

[golgothagarage]

I had one for 3 weeks back in the 1990’s. A friend of mine bought a used one and I helped him with some work the bike needed. He dropped it off at my house one year when he was going on vacation. It wasn’t fast, but a lot of fun.

[TheWhiteGuy]

"Let's do 0 - 60!" *Cancels morning appointment*

[GoneUraling]

My wife and I ride our own rigs, ours have been reliable. They are very different the newer you go while retaining the old look. We ride long road trips, 3000 miles + on 2 rigs, I regularly cruise about 65 mph while on the interstate. Proper setup is key and you don't need to carry extra weight in the sidecar once you learn how to fly the chair and understand how it works. We've been through tail of the dragon twice now with empty chairs, it's a blast to come around the corner with the wheel up in the air... unless you are untrained, then it is terrifying and dangerous.

[leveneziadvm]

You buy one of these bikes so you can bring your dog with you. My dog loves to ride in mine and I enjoy taking him as much as he enjoys the ride. Great bike to bring your dog along

[Multheman]

Don’t know why you say it’s unreliable? I’ve got a 2016 Ural ct and it’s as reliable as any motorcycle I’ve had and I’ve had a lot of them in my 46 years of riding. Great fun, just love driving it!

[Reisperbachtal]

"we know how it does off-road - let's see how it does onroad" he said, while steering into the ditch😂😂

[robertkruppenbach]

If BMW made this it would be $60, 000.

[clydesanders]

I have had my 2017 gear up for 4 years and no major issue. Luv my Ural and my wife does to. As someone else said. Best money I ever wasted.

[dmitryshuvaev]

Childhood memories. Nowadays they are produced in small numbers, they cost much more than they used to, and they actually changed in accordance with current safety standards.

[kevnjeanne]

We had sidecars for years but the last place I would ride is on salt covered roads here in upstate NY in the winter. Salt loves to eat motorcycles and the other issues is electrical connection.
I will say its a conversation generator at every place we stop. We both drove it with the wife most of the time driving it by herself.