Touring Motorcycles
2008Ural Tourist 750
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The 2008 Ural Tourist 750 is a classic sidecar motorcycle designed for adventurous riders seeking reliable, no-frills touring capability. Its air-cooled boxer engine delivers modest but dependable power, while shaft drive and sturdy construction make it ideal for rough terrain exploration. Best known for durability and Soviet-era simplicity, it appeals to enthusiasts valuing character over performance.
- Capacity
- 745.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 320.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 38.9 HP (28.6 kW) @ 5600 RPM
What’s new for the 2008 Ural Tourist 750
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 40.0 HP (29.4 kW) | 38.9 HP (28.6 kW) @ 5600 RPM |
| Top speed | — | 100.0 km/h (62.1 mph) |
| Dry weight | 335.0 kg (738.5 pounds) | 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork | Leading link forks with hydraulic spring shock |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic spring shock absorbers | Double sided swinging arm with hydraulic spring shock absorbers - 2 x adjustable |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake). Rear and sidecar wheel with IMZ drum brake | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for slow, deliberate cruising and novelty riding rather than performance, with its sidecar-derived chassis and shaft drive emphasizing durability over speed.
- Built for
- A charmingly rugged, retro-mechanical machine that rewards patience and appreciation for vintage engineering quirks over outright performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking quick acceleration, nimble cornering, or a modern, refined ride 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
- 745.0 ccm
- Power
- 38.9 HP (28.6 kW) @ 5600 RPM
- Torque
- 52.0 Nm (5.3 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1216 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 78.0 x 78.0 mm
- Compression
- 8.6:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Electronic
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Dry double disc
Performance
- Top speed
- 100.0 km/h (62.1 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Overall length
- 2580 mm
- Overall width
- 1700 mm
- Overall height
- 1100 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 320.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 19.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 125 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Double loop steel tube
- Front suspension
- Leading link forks with hydraulic spring shock
- Rear suspension
- Double sided swinging arm with hydraulic spring shock absorbers - 2 x adjustable
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 4.00-19
- Rear tyre
- 4.00-19
Other
- Color options
- Blue/silver
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 | 2007 | 2008 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc | 749 cc |
| Dry weight | 335 kg | 320 kg | 335 kg | 335 kg | 320 kg |
| Seat height | 785 mm | 790 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm | 813 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 19 L | 19 L | 19 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 Tourist 750?
The 2008 Ural Tourist 750 has a Capacity of 745.0 ccm (45.46 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ural Tourist 750 have?
The 2008 Ural Tourist 750 has a Power of 38.9 HP (28.6 kW) @ 5600 RPM.
How many gears does the Ural Tourist 750 have?
The 2008 Ural Tourist 750 has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Ural Tourist 750?
The 2008 Ural Tourist 750 has a Torque of 52.0 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.4 ft.lbs).
How much does the Ural Tourist 750 weigh?
The 2008 Ural Tourist 750 has a Dry weight of 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds).
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