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DIY Maintenance
"Even the most ham-fisted mechanic could do maybe 90% of the maintenance on it..." - Yamaha
"I love old school bikes and the feeling of being able to keep my own bike running with my own two hands!" John W.
"I love old school bikes and the feeling of being able to keep my own bike running with my own two hands!" John W.
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DIY servicing
The URAL engine is pretty simple. There are few bits. And less to go seriously wrong. Owners rave about these bikes.
It is this mechanical simplicity which robs the bikes of 100+mph performance. But this is a cruising bike not a racer.
At slower speeds, say 50-65 mph, the ride on a Wolf is smooth and relaxing. Passing fields and trees don't just look good, they smell good too!
Timeless Elegance' - click to ENLARGE
When it's time to change the oil, or plugs; adjust the valves; or balance the carbs, unroll the comprehensive toolkit (which includes enough tools to practically disassemble the entire bike), uproll your sleeves, and tinker with a genuinely accessible engine, that is satisfying (and inexpensive) to maintain.
Are you all torque and no go?
Are you all torque and no go?
Maintenance and regular checks really ARE important on these bikes. Their ultimate reliability reflects your own willingness to take care of them.
A set of spanners, a torque wrench, even a hammer all have their place along side a can do attitude!
Fancy a simple project? Then how about following John Grocke's step-by-step photo guide to fitting a larger oil sump? Other technical tips from the Soviet Steeds link.
Fancy tuning the beast? Then Salem, Oregon, based Ural dealer Raceway Services sell everything from upgraded carbs to electronic ignition, and gear puller tools to T-Shirts...
Need more help?
If you need help in the UK, there are supportive dealers (eg F2 Motorcycles), and many online forums with friendly experts happy to share their knowledge and passion. Remember with a Ural you may feel unique, but you are never alone.
Bill Glasser's excellent and evolving online service manual is a useful resource.
The Russian Wolf cuts an international dash with its Italian switchgear, brakes and front forks; and its reliable Japanese carbs and alternator.
Newer bikes come with Herzog (Austrian) gears - so no more crunchy gear-shifts! The bike is a far cry from the Urals we first saw imported 15 years ago. But sadly is no longer a factory option.
The perfect cruising chopper - comfortable, reliable, and unique!
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I read once that Hungarian Wolves come with three engineers to provide after sales support as required. Just kidding, but a great support team!
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