All models of motorcycles "Ural": history, photos

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

All models of Soviet and Russian motorcycles "Ural" belong to the priority class of the domestic motorized industry. The devices have several modifications, and modern copies are actively used by consumers. The manufacturer tries to maintain the optimal combination of quality, power and throughput of the unit. It offers modern single-type two-wheeled vehicles with the possibility of basing a side trailer. Consider the characteristics and features of the most popular designs.

History of development and creation

All models of motorcycles "Ural", to one degree or another, copy the German brand BMWR. The very first prototype was created by Soviet designers in 1939. There are two main versions about the origin, and it is currently not possible to verify their authenticity.

Presumably the German counterpart was handed over to the Soviet Union for review, after which domestic developers released a similar modification. The second option involves the purchase of originals in Sweden, their further transfer to the USSR, and the manufacture of the vehicle in question.

It is authentically known that in 1941In the year, motorcycles were produced under the M-72 index, which with the German "relatives" were similar, like twins. The serial production of equipment was approved by Joseph Stalin himself. Production was organized at a Moscow plant, however, due to martial law, the production of machines was transferred to Siberia (the small town of Irbit). It is noteworthy that the production workshops were equipped in a former beer factory, due to the lack of free suitable premises.

Ural M-72

All models of motorcycles "Ural" look like a military model type M-72. The initial delivery from Irbit to the army began already in 1942. The total number of military motorcycles was more than 9700 pieces. The release of the device continued until 1954. During this time, more than three million copies were produced.

The civil modification of the vehicle in question came out under the index M-52. Structural changes allowed the model to quickly and steadily move on asph alt. As a power unit, a four-stroke engine with a volume of five cubic centimeters was used. The characteristics of the motor made it possible to accelerate the device to 100 kilometers per hour with a power of 24 liters. With. It is worth noting that this version went on sale, however, each owner had to register the bike with the military commissariat.

Features of the M-61 and M-66 variations

All models of Ural motorcycles cannot be considered without two modifications that came out in the sixties of the last century. Design changes were minimal, however, on the M-61/63there was an updated pendulum-type suspension mounted on the rear wheel.

On the 66th modification, a modified engine was used, the power of which was 32 liters. With. Then samples with a 36-horsepower unit were released. Changes in the design of the motor and other improvements led to the creation of the last Soviet "Ural" brand 8.103-3O. Its main difference from its predecessors was the presence of an automobile-type cardan shaft and a chain drive. In addition, it is worth noting an improved exhaust system and a cheaper version for the outback and remote villages.

New Ural motorcycle models

After the collapse of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, the population began to buy less motorcycles due to the economic crisis. Those who had the means to purchase preferred foreign brands. However, the plant in Irbit did not stop production, although the products were sold in minimal quantities.

The plant was privatized in 1992 and renamed JSC Uralmoto. The designers of the renovated plant were able to cope with the critical situation, and even developed a line of fundamentally new modifications.

For example, the latest models of the Ural motorcycle of the Tourist category began to be equipped with a lever fork and new power plants (four strokes), which had a volume of 750 "cubes" and a power of 45 "horses".

Modification Ural Solo is a modernized version for movement without a side trailer. It is equipped with a four-speed gearbox, electric starter,reverse and reliable disc brake system. The maximum speed of the device is 130 kilometers per hour.

What models of Ural motorcycles are still available?

The Ural Retro motorcycle is considered the most stylish in the line under consideration. It is styled antique and is a success not only in the domestic market, but also in the UK and the USA. Right-hand drive versions have been developed for ease of adaptation in countries with special traffic regulations.

At the IMZ plant in 2014, another modernization started, which made it possible to change the characteristics of all production models. The details have undergone significant processing, as well as the strengthening of component parts, from body kits to the power unit and fuel system. Among the innovations, the following innovations can be distinguished:

• appearance of electronic fuel injection;
• equipment of all wheels with disc brakes;
• mounting hydraulic steering damper;
• use of composite materials in layout.

The compatibility of Soviet developments and modern technologies made it possible to bring Ural motorcycles (photos of all models are presented in the article) to world-class quality. Real figures speak of success, which indicate that more than 90 percent of the equipment produced by this manufacturer is exported.

Features

Among the export and trial models of the Ural motorcycle, we can distinguish the followinginstances:

1. Ural-T is a modern analogue of the first modification with updated characteristics.
2. "Tourist" - a variation focused on movement on various types of soil, with the ability to connect a side stroller.
3. Military version of the Ural Gear Up, equipped with a place for a machine gun turret, a bumper tube, an enlarged headlight and a matching paint job.

In addition, the IMZ line includes biker variants "Cross" and "Wolf", equipped with chrome parts, as well as all-terrain vehicles "Sportsman", "Patrol", "Yamal".

At the end of the review

The domestic motorcycle "Ural", the history of the models of which is discussed above, has become a real legend in the motor industry. Back in the war years (1941-1945) it was intended for the army. However, later the use of this heavy motorcycle passed into the civilian sphere.

Especially, the technique was popular in villages and villages, because it had good carrying capacity and cross-country ability. All models of Ural motorcycles in a modern design, along with a characteristic style, have acquired completely new running parameters, are in demand not only on the territory of the post-Soviet republics, but also abroad. Their exhibition can be seen at the Irbit State Museum of Motorcycles.