Touring Motorcycles
1996Ural Solo
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The 1996 Ural Solo is a classic sidecar motorcycle designed for practical, utilitarian riding with excellent load-carrying capability. Its air-cooled 649cc boxer twin engine delivers modest but reliable power suited to cruising at steady speeds. Best known for durability and rugged simplicity, it appeals to riders seeking affordable, straightforward transportation with authentic Soviet engineering character.
- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 182.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 23.5 HP (17.3 kW) @ 5800 RPM
Other years
1994
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How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- This is a slow, characterful classic sidecar-style solo built for leisurely cruising and novelty riding rather than performance.
- Built for
- A quirky, old-world machine that rewards patience and mechanical sympathy, delivering charm and torque-driven simplicity instead of speed or agility.
- Not ideal for
- This is not for riders seeking quick acceleration, sharp cornering, or a modern, effortless riding experience.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 649.0 ccm
- Power
- 23.5 HP (17.3 kW) @ 5800 RPM
- Torque
- 40.2 Nm (4.1 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1291 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 78.0 x 68.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Dry, double disc
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1460 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 182.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 215.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front brakes diameter
- 210 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes diameter
- 210 mm
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1994 | 1996 | 1998 | 2003 | 2007 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 649 cc | 649 cc | 650 cc | 650 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc |
| Dry weight | 210 kg | 182 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm | 700 mm | 810 mm | 750 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 18 L | 18 L | 19 L | 19 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Ural Solo?
The 1996 Ural Solo has a Capacity of 649.0 ccm (39.60 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ural Solo have?
The 1996 Ural Solo has a Power of 23.5 HP (17.3 kW) @ 5800 RPM.
How many gears does the Ural Solo have?
The 1996 Ural Solo has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Ural Solo?
The 1996 Ural Solo has a Torque of 40.2 Nm (4.1 kgf-m or 29.6 ft.lbs).
How much does the Ural Solo weigh?
The 1996 Ural Solo has a Dry weight of 182.0 kg (401.2 pounds).
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