Cruisers
1982Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar)
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The 1982 Dnepr MT 10 is a Soviet-era sidecar motorcycle built for practical, adventurous riders seeking reliable off-road capability and cargo capacity. Its 650cc boxer twin engine delivers modest but dependable power suited to long-distance touring with passenger or freight. Best known for rugged durability and military heritage, this shaft-drive machine excels in remote terrain where simplicity and robustness matter most.
- Capacity
- 650.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Wet weight
- 365.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 36.0 HP (26.5 kW) @ 5900 RPM
What’s new for the 1982 Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar)
vs the 1981| Spec | 1981 | 1982 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 25.0 HP (18.4 kW) @ 5200 RPM | 36.0 HP (26.5 kW) @ 5900 RPM |
| Wet weight | 350.0 kg (771.6 pounds) | 365.0 kg (804.7 pounds) |
| Fuel capacity | 21.00 litres (5.55 US gallons) | 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons) |
| Compression | 7.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It exists for slow, deliberate utility riding and novelty touring rather than any kind of performance riding, drawing on its military and rural utilitarian heritage.
- Built for
- It's an eccentric, mechanically simple, charmingly agricultural machine that rewards patience and mechanical sympathy over speed or precision.
- Not ideal for
- It is not for anyone wanting quick, flickable handling, modern braking confidence, or sustained highway speeds.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 650.0 ccm
- Power
- 36.0 HP (26.5 kW) @ 5900 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0986 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 78.0 x 68.0 mm
- Compression
- 7.5:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 110.0 km/h (68.4 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 3.75-19
- Rear tyre
- 3.75-19
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 | 1980 | 1981 | 1982 | 1983 | 1984 | 1985 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 650 cc | 650 cc | 650 cc | 650 cc | 650 cc | 650 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 21 L | 21 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 Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar)?
The 1982 Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar) has a Capacity of 650.0 ccm (39.67 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar) have?
The 1982 Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar) has a Power of 36.0 HP (26.5 kW) @ 5900 RPM.
How many gears does the Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar) have?
The 1982 Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar) has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
How much does the Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar) weigh?
The 1982 Dnepr MT 10 (With Sidecar) has a Wet weight of 365.0 kg (804.7 pounds).
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