🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Ural

Model:

Retro

Year:

2006

Product Name:

Ural Retro Owners Manual 2006

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

Targeted at owners of the Ural Retro model, emphasizing the classic styling and functional aspects of the motorcycle. Positioned as essential reading for safe operation and basic upkeep.

Competitors:

Manuals for other classic-style motorcycles or motorcycles with sidecar configurations. Competes on the basis of comprehensive coverage for its specific model.

Features:

Focus on engine starting and operation, essential maintenance points, and basic control descriptions. Includes critical torque specifications for owner-level adjustments.

📋 Manual Details

Coverage:

Engine Operation, Carburetors, Power Transmission, Motorcycle Controls and Instruments, Specifications, Engine Design, Maintenance Procedures

Estimated Pages:

Likely around 100-150 pages based on chapter breakdown (exact count not provided)

Type:

Owner's Manual

Language:

English (assumed based on common industry practice for this market)

Format:

Printed Manual

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Systems:

Lubrication System, Fuel System, Ignition System, Carburetors

Transmission Systems:

Clutch, Gearbox, Final Drive

Controls Instruments:

Motorcycle Controls, Instrumentation, Control Maintenance

Operational Procedures:

Starting the Engine, Operating Precautions, Running-In the New Motorcycle, Pre-Trip Preliminaries

Maintenance Procedures:

Carburetor Maintenance, Control and Instrument Maintenance

Depth:

Covers fundamental operation, maintenance, and basic specifications. Does not appear to be a full service or repair manual, focusing on owner-level information and routine upkeep.

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

N/A (Printed)

Quality:

Standard print quality for owner's manuals of its era.

Binding:

Likely stapled or perfect bound, typical for owner's manuals.

Paper:

Standard paper stock, likely non-glossy for readability.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Air-cooled, Four-stroke, Boxer Twin (Ural is known for its boxer configuration, typically with a sidecar)

Displacement:

Likely 750cc for the 2006 model year, common for Ural motorcycles (e.g., 745cc)

Horsepower:

Estimated 40-45 hp (typical for a 750cc Ural of this era)

Torque:

Estimated 40-45 lb-ft (typical for a 750cc Ural of this era)

Carburetors:

Dual Carburetors (likely 30mm or 32mm Mikuni or similar, specified in Chapter 5)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded gasoline (specified in manual)

Oil Type:

Mineral or semi-synthetic motorcycle oil, SAE 20W-50 or 10W-40 (typical for air-cooled boxers, specific grade to be confirmed in manual)

Oil Capacity:

Approximately 2.5 - 3.0 liters (including filter, specified in manual)

Ignition Type:

Electronic Ignition (CDI or similar, details in Chapter 4)

🔧 Transmission

Gearbox Type:

4-speed or 5-speed manual gearbox (Ural typically uses a 4-speed, but some later models may have 5-speed. Chapter 6 covers this.)

Clutch Type:

Dry, Single Plate Clutch (common for Ural)

Final Drive:

Shaft Drive (to rear wheel and/or sidecar wheel if equipped)

Gear Selection:

Foot-operated gear shift lever

Reverse Gear:

Likely equipped with reverse gear, a hallmark of Ural motorcycles, especially with sidecars. Covered in Chapter 6.

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

Approximately 1400-1500 mm (typical for Ural)

Dry Weight:

Approximately 230-250 kg (for solo or with sidecar)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:

Likely around 450-500 kg (depending on sidecar configuration and intended load)

🛡️ Safety Features

Safety Features Coverage:

Manual focuses on safe operation, not crash ratings. Safety features would be typical for motorcycles of the era: brakes, lights, and chassis design.

Braking System:

Hydraulic disc brakes front and rear. Specific caliper/rotor sizes and brake fluid type (DOT 4) would be detailed in the manual if specified.

Lighting System:

Headlight, taillight, brake light, turn signals. Bulb types and wattage would be in the specifications. Likely a 12V system.

💡 Technology Features

Infotainment Features:

Basic instrumentation only. No electronic infotainment systems are expected on this model.

Driver Assistance Features:

No electronic driver assistance systems (e.g., ABS, traction control) are expected on this model. Focus is on mechanical reliability.

Connectivity Features:

None.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically every 3,000-5,000 km or annually (specific interval in manual)

Valve Adjustment Interval:

Recommended every 6,000-10,000 km (critical for boxer engines, specific interval in manual)

Spark Plug Replacement:

Typically at 10,000-15,000 km intervals (specific plug type and gap in manual)

Brake Fluid:

DOT 4 (likely, as is standard for most hydraulic systems)

Gearbox Oil:

GL-5 80W-90 hypoid gear oil (typical for final drive and gearbox, specific in manual)

Final Drive Oil:

GL-5 80W-90 hypoid gear oil (typical for final drive and gearbox, specific in manual)

Common Wear Items:

Clutch plates, brake pads, wheel bearings, exhaust gaskets, and carburetor tuning stability can be common wear or adjustment points for Urals. Maintenance of electrical connections is also important.

Carburetor Tuning:

Due to the twin-carburetor setup, synchronizing and proper jetting are crucial for smooth operation. Chapter 5 likely details this.

Engine Mounts:

Specific torque values for critical engine mounting bolts would be provided in Chapter 1.

Wheel Nuts:

Torque specifications for wheel hub nuts and lug nuts (if applicable) are critical for safety and will be in Chapter 1.

Carburetor Mounting:

Torque for intake manifold clamps and airbox connections would be important for preventing air leaks.

📚 Vehicle History

Origin:

Ural motorcycles have a heritage rooted in Soviet-era military motorcycles, originally based on BMW designs. Known for their ruggedness and sidecar capability.

Retro Model:

The 'Retro' designation signifies a model styled to evoke the classic appearance of earlier Urals, often featuring more vintage-inspired bodywork and paint schemes while incorporating modern mechanicals.

Manufacturing Location:

Traditionally manufactured in Irbit, Russia. Later production also includes facilities in Kazakhstan and potentially other locations.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Awards And Ratings:

Ural motorcycles, in general, are recognized for their unique utilitarian design, off-road capability, and suitability for sidecar applications. Specific awards for the 2006 Retro model are unlikely to be detailed in an owner's manual.