Touring Motorcycles
1998Ural Solo
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The 1998 Ural Solo is a distinctive naked bike powered by a 650cc air-cooled boxer twin engine, delivering 32 horsepower through shaft drive. Its low 700mm seat height and relatively light 225kg weight make it accessible to riders of varied experience. Known for rugged simplicity and reliable vintage character, this motorcycle suits riders seeking an unconventional, no-frills riding experience.
- Capacity
- 650.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Seat height
- 700 mm
- Power
- 32.0 HP (23.5 kW) @ 5200 RPM
What’s new for the 1998 Ural Solo
vs the 1997| Spec | 1997 | 1998 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 32.0 HP (23.5 kW) | 32.0 HP (23.5 kW) @ 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41.0 Nm (4.2 kgf-m or 30.2 ft.lbs) | 47.0 Nm (4.8 kgf-m or 34.7 ft.lbs) |
| Dry weight | 182.0 kg (401.2 pounds) | 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds) |
| Wet weight | 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds) | 225.0 kg (496.0 pounds) |
| Seat height | 810 mm (31.9 inches) | 700 mm (27.6 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons) | 18.00 litres (4.76 US gallons) |
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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
- 650.0 ccm
- Power
- 32.0 HP (23.5 kW) @ 5200 RPM
- Torque
- 47.0 Nm (4.8 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1488 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
- 700 mm
- Dry weight
- 215.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 225.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 18.00 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 | 1998 | 2003 | 2007 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 649 cc | 650 cc | 650 cc | 745 cc | 745 cc |
| Dry weight | 210 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg | 215 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 700 mm | 810 mm | 750 mm | 810 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 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.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Ural Solo?
The 1998 Ural Solo has a Capacity of 650.0 ccm (39.67 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ural Solo have?
The 1998 Ural Solo has a Power of 32.0 HP (23.5 kW) @ 5200 RPM.
How many gears does the Ural Solo have?
The 1998 Ural Solo has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Ural Solo?
The 1998 Ural Solo has a Torque of 47.0 Nm (4.8 kgf-m or 34.7 ft.lbs).
How much does the Ural Solo weigh?
The 1998 Ural Solo has a Dry weight of 215.0 kg (474.0 pounds).
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