All models of motorcycles "Ural": history, photos

All models of Soviet and Russian motorcycles «Ural» priority class of the domestic motor industry. The devices have a few modifications, and modern instances are widely used by consumers. The manufacturer tries to maintain the best combination of quality, capacity, and patency of the Assembly. It offers modern two-wheeled machines of single type, and with the possibility of basing the side of the trailer. Consider the characteristics and features of the most popular patterns.

History and creation

All models of motorcycles «Ural», in varying degrees, copy German brand BMWR. The first prototype was created by Soviet designers in 1939. The main versions about the origin of the two, and checking their authenticity at present not possible.

Presumably the German counterpart was transferred to the Soviet Union for evaluation, and then domestic developers have released a similar modification. The second option involves the purchase of originals in Sweden, their further transport in the Soviet Union, and the manufacture of the vehicles in question.

It is known that in 1941 he was released under motorcycles M-72, which with the German “relatives” were as alike as twins. Serial production was approved by Joseph Stalin. Production was organized at the Moscow plant, however, in connection with the military situation of the production cars was moved to Siberia (a small town of Irbit). It is noteworthy that the production workshop equipped the former beer factory, due to the lack of available suitable premises.

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«Ural M-72”

All models of motorcycles «Urals” comes from the military pattern of the M-72. Starter supply of Irbit in the army began in 1942. The total number of military motorcycles amounted to more than 9700 pieces. The issue of the unit continued until 1954. During this time produced more than three million copies.

Civil modification of the vehicles in question came under the M-52. Structural changes allowed the model to rapidly and sustainably move around the asphalt. As the power unit uses four-stroke engine with a displacement of five cubic centimeters. Characteristics of the engine allow the machine to disperse up to 100 kilometres per hour at a power of 24 HP. it is Worth noting that this version went on sale, but each owner had to register the bike in a military Commissariat.

Features variations of M-61 and M-66

All models of motorcycles «Ural» can not be considered without the two versions that came out in the sixties of the last century. The design changes were minimal, however, on M-61/63 has renewed the suspension of the pendulum type, mounted on the rear wheel.

At the 66th modifications applied a modified engine, whose power amounted to 32 HP was Then released samples from the 36-strong unit. Changes in the design of the motor and other improvements led to the creation of the last Soviet «Ural» brand 8.103-3O. Its main difference from its predecessors was the presence of the propeller shaft of the automotive type and chain drive. In addition, it is worth noting the improved exhaust system and a cheaper version of the Outback and remote villages.

New motorcycle model «Ural»

After the collapse of the Union of Soviet Socialist republics the population was less to buy motorcycles due to the economic crisis. Those who had the funds to purchase, prefer foreign brands. However, the factory in Irbit did not stop production, although the products were implemented in a minimal amount.

The Plant was privatized in 1992 and was renamed to JSC “of Uralmoto”. The designers of the renovated plant was able to cope with the critical situation, and even developed a line of fundamentally new modifications.

For Example, the latest models of motorcycle «Ural» category “Tourist”, were equipped with lever fork and new power plants (four bars), which had 750 “cube” and with a capacity of 45 "horses".

Modification of Ural Solo – this is a modernized version of movement without the side of the trailer. It is equipped with a four-speed gearbox, electric starter, reverse and reliable disc brake system. The speed limit of the device is 130 kilometers per hour.

What models of motorcycles «Ural» more?

The Most stylish in the line is the motorcycle «Ural Retro”. It is stylized as the old days and is popular not only in domestic market but also in the UK, and the USA. Developed version with the right wheel for ease of adaptation in countries with special traffic rules.

The plant IMZ in 2014 launched another upgrade that allowed you to change the characteristics of all serial models. Details have undergone substantial processing, and strengthening of components of items ranging from body kits, ending with the powertrain and fuel system. Among the innovations can behighlight the following innovations:

• The advent of electronic fuel injection;
• Vehicle-wheel disc brakes;
• Installation of the hydraulic steering damper;
• Using a layout of composite materials.

The Work of the Soviet experience and modern technologies gave an opportunity to bring the motorcycles «Ural» (photo of all models presented in the paper) to the world-class quality. About success say the real figures that show that more than 90 percent of the vehicles produced from this manufacturer are exported.

Features

Among export and test models of motorcycle «Ural», one can distinguish the following instances:

1. “Ural-T” – the modern equivalent of a first modification, which has updated features.
2. “Tourist” – variation focused on the movement on various soil types, with the possibility of connecting the side of the stroller.
3. Military variation of the Ural Gear-Up, equipped with a place to install machine-gun turrets, bumper tube, extended headlight and has a corresponding color.

In addition, in the line IMZ Moto there are options for “Cross” and “Wolf”, features chrome detailing, as well as ATV ‘Sportsman’, ‘patrol”, “Yamal”.

In conclusion

Domestic motorcycle «Ural», the history of models which discussed above, became a real legend of the motoring. Even during the war years (1941-1945) he was intended for the army. Later, however, the use of this heavy motorcycle has moved into the civil sphere.

The technique was Especially popular in the villages because it has a good carrying capacity and maneuverability. All models of motorcycles "Ural" in the modern version, along with a distinctive style, has a completely new chassis settings that are in demand not only in the territory of the former Soviet republics, but also abroad. Their exhibition can be seen in the Irbitsky state Museum of motorcycles.