Touring Motorcycles
2012Ural Tourist 750
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The 2012 Ural Tourist 750 is a classic sidecar-equipped motorcycle designed for riders seeking adventure touring with authentic retro styling. Its air-cooled 749cc boxer twin engine delivers modest power suited to relaxed, long-distance cruising rather than performance riding. Best known for reliability and distinctive character, it appeals to enthusiasts valuing traditional engineering and practical shaft-drive simplicity.
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Engine
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Dry weight
- 320.0 kg
- Seat height
- 813 mm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2012 Ural Tourist 750
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 38.9 HP (28.6 kW) @ 5600 RPM | 40.0 HP (29.4 kW) |
| Top speed | 105.0 km/h (65.2 mph) | not listed |
| Dry weight | 335.0 kg (738.5 pounds) | 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds) |
| Front suspension | Leading link forks with hydraulic spring shock | Leading link w/Sachs Hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic spring shock absorbers | Sachs Hydraulic shock absorbers |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo | Single disc. Bremo, floating disk |
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?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 749.0 ccm
- Power
- 40.0 HP (29.4 kW)
- Torque
- 52.0 Nm (5.3 kgf-m) @ 4000 RPM
- Engine type
- Boxer, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1250 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
- Full electronic C.D.I.
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Dry, dual disk
Dimensions & weight
- Overall length
- 2580 mm
- Overall width
- 1700 mm
- Overall height
- 1100 mm
- Seat height
- 813 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 w/Sachs Hydraulic shock absorbers
- Rear suspension
- Sachs Hydraulic shock absorbers
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Bremo, floating disk
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 4.00-19
- Rear tyre
- 4.00-19
Other
- Color options
- Black, Red
- Warranty
- 24
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.
Safety Recalls
⚠ 1 recall may applyWHEELS:RIMOct 2013 · 13V507000
Irbit Motorworks of America, Inc. (Irbit) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ural Gear-up, Patrol, Patrol T, Tourist, and Tourist T motorcycles with sidecars produced June 2, 2012, through October 25, 2012. The aluminum rims manufactured in April 2012 were improperly heat treated which could result in cracked, split or broken rims.
Risk: The failure of a rim may result in a wheel lock up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Irbit will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycles and replace any aluminum rims manufactured in April 2012, free of charge. The recall began on November 2013. Owners may contact Irbit Motorworks at 1-425-702-8484.
These recalls cover some 2012 bikes of this model. Whether one applies to a specific bike, and whether the repair has already been done, depends on its VIN — check your VIN with NHTSA or ask a dealer.
Source: NHTSA. View all Ural recalls →
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Ural Tourist 750?
The 2012 Ural Tourist 750 has a Capacity of 749.0 ccm (45.71 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Ural Tourist 750 have?
The 2012 Ural Tourist 750 has a Power of 40.0 HP (29.4 kW).
How many gears does the Ural Tourist 750 have?
The 2012 Ural Tourist 750 has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Ural Tourist 750?
The 2012 Ural Tourist 750 has a Torque of 52.0 Nm (5.3 kgf-m or 38.4 ft.lbs) @ 4000 RPM.
How much does the Ural Tourist 750 weigh?
The 2012 Ural Tourist 750 has a Dry weight of 320.0 kg (705.5 pounds).
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