Target Audience:
Riders seeking a classic-styled sidecar motorcycle with practical all-weather, all-terrain capability
Market Segment:
Sidecar-equipped classic/cruiser motorcycle segment
Key Advantage:
One of the few new production sidecar motorcycles available, with mechanically simple, easily serviced OHV flat-twin engineering
Distinctive Trait:
Sidecar drive shaft (2WD-style) capability and retro 1940s-50s styling unavailable from mainstream manufacturers
Configuration:
Air-cooled OHV boxer twin with attached sidecar
Styling:
Retro wartime-era military-inspired design theme
Drivetrain:
4-speed transmission with reverse gear and sidecar wheel drive option
Manual Type:
Owners / Operators Manual
Coverage:
Complete coverage for the 2007 Ural Retro model
Page Count:
N/A - page count not specified for this digital edition
File Format:
Searchable PDF (zoomable, printable, bookmarked chapters)
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download - no shipping, no waiting
Compatibility:
Windows PC, Mac, tablets, and smartphones
Re-Access:
Download again anytime after purchase
Engine:
Complete engine overhaul - disassembly, inspection, rebuild
Fuel System:
Carburetor service, fuel delivery maintenance and repair
Ignition System:
Ignition diagnostics and component testing
Transmission:
Transmission and drivetrain service, including reverse and sidecar drive
Electrical System:
Wiring diagnostics, testing, and repair with multimeter procedures
Brake System:
Brake inspection and service, sidecar and motorcycle brakes
Suspension & Steering:
Front fork, rear suspension, and sidecar suspension components
Wheels & Tires:
Wheel, tire, and sidecar mounting service
Cooling & Heating:
Air-cooling system and related components
Maintenance Schedules:
General information, safety warnings, and maintenance schedules
Troubleshooting:
Symptom-based diagnostics with flowcharts and diagnostic trees
Electrical Testing:
Multimeter procedures and component function verification
Wear Limits:
Wear limit inspections and allowable tolerances for all components
Assembly:
Step-by-step assembly and disassembly with tool usage illustrations
Torque Specifications:
All factory tightening torque specifications for all fasteners
Tolerances:
All factory specifications, tolerances, and wear limits included
Special Tools:
Special service tool numbers with illustrations
Parts Diagrams:
Exploded-view parts diagrams with OEM part numbers
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed wiring diagrams and electrical schematics
Component Guides:
Component identification and location guides
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
Air-cooled OHV flat-twin (boxer), Ural/IMZ design
Displacement:
Approximately 745 cc, refer to manual for detailed specifications
Configuration:
Two-cylinder four-stroke, horizontally opposed
Power Output:
N/A - not specified in owners manual; consult factory service data
Torque:
N/A - not specified in owners manual; consult factory service data
Fuel System:
Carbureted, twin carburetors
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline
Configuration:
Motorcycle with attached sidecar
Wheelbase:
N/A - not specified in owners manual
Overall Length:
N/A - not specified in owners manual
Curb Weight:
N/A - not specified in owners manual; heavy sidecar rig, typically over 300 kg
Seating:
Two seats on motorcycle plus sidecar passenger seat
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - motorcycles are not subject to automotive crash test ratings
Active - Brakes:
Independent front and rear drum brakes, sidecar brake
Passive - Visibility:
Full lighting: headlight, turn signals, brake lights on motorcycle and sidecar
Passive - Lighting:
Sidecar-mounted lighting for enhanced road presence
Operator Training:
Manual includes safety warnings and sidecar handling guidance
Infotainment:
N/A - no audio or infotainment system on this classic-design motorcycle
Driver Assistance:
N/A - no electronic driver assistance systems
Instrumentation:
Speedometer and essential indicator gauges
Electrical:
12-volt electrical system with alternator charging
Maintenance Schedule:
Factory maintenance schedules included in manual
Break-In Service:
Initial break-in checks and adjustments documented
Routine Service:
Valve clearance checks, carburetor adjustment, and lubrication intervals
Engine Oil:
Specifications and capacities per factory requirements; refer to manual
Transmission / Final Drive:
Gear oil specifications and change intervals in manual
Known Wear Items:
Points/ignition components, brake shoes, cables, and carburetor kits
Torque Checks:
Periodic fastener and sidecar mounting bolt torque checks per factory specs
Manufacturer:
IMZ-Ural (Irbit Motorcycle Works), Russia - continuous sidecar motorcycle production since 1941
Model Evolution:
Ural Retro revives the WWII-era M-72 styling with modern drivability updates
Production Location:
Irbit, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Russia
2007 Model Year:
Part of the modern Ural lineup exported to North America and Europe
