Riding The Ural Is More Terrifying Than We Ever Thought...

[@C-Henry]

Back when I was drooling over these constantly I remember coming across some advice on a forum suggesting to take the bike to a large parking lot and ride it in circles to see exactly what it takes to lift the sidecar off the ground. I've never had a chance to try it myself but it sounds like good advice.

[@DWTripp]

I bought a Gear-Up in 2018 and the dealer just dropped it off in my driveway and drove back to their distant city. So... I took it to a large parking lot and after about 20 minutes understood enough to feel reasonably comfortable on the street. I've been a motorcyclist since the late 60's and almost one of those skills are transferable to a sidecar. Well, a Ural anyway.

[@tn_bayouwulf2949]

I just passed 24 thousand mile on my 2021 Ural Gear Up, on the third anniversary of its purchase. I think you tried to do too much on the very first ride. You can't make a proper judgement of this machine with 5 or 10 or even 100 miles. I would be terrified also, if I'd ventured out on the open highway for the first time, with random traffic. Learning to handle a sidecar is a sliding scale. The longer you ride, the more experienced you'll become and the fear factor will diminish. Good luck with this journey.

[@adidacl]

Tom Cruise thinks he nows all things. Sudden Judger Cruise. Let's judger judge a ballete. So hard to stay at my fingers, so terrifying. Bad art.

[@Cloud30000]

The trick is to add a second sidecar as a counterweight, then a third on the back to keep the front steering tire pressed to the pavement.

[@generousghibli6031]

DETHKLOK vibes

[@BB-nn9en]

Hey guys, this is Brian from your other Ural video a few years ago in South Dakota. You gotta practice and it doesn't hurt to have a bit of weight in the sidecar trunk when you start. The MPH ratings on turns actually mean something and when you're starting out go at least 5mph under those numbers. Lots of good info on the Ural forum called Soviet Steeds. Good luck and have fun!

[@Feklar]

I would never trust my Ural to someone who has never driven one before. That's truly terrifying. 😵 Urals are awesome.

[@markseehawer3762]

I bought an 2008 ural brand new The bike was in Edmonton Alberta And I live 300kms away in Calgary. When I picked it up from the dealer they had not done their job. They turned me loose on under inflated tires and badly miss aligned sidecar adjustments. The bike would change lanes on you when you rolled off the throttle and there was no holding it. After 4.5 very long hours i made it home. The thing that saved me from killing myself was a book on how to ride a sidecar motorcycle. I'n that book it also gave the specs on the sidecar alignment. I ended up keeping that bike for 5 years and rode it all the time. The reason for getting rid of it was it was grossly underpowered and it broke down constantly. Because I'm a certified mechanic and welder I decided to build my own sidecar rig. I bought a 1977 honda goldwing, and after reverse engineering the ural sidecar went to work and built my own. I still have it. It has out performed the ural in every way, and no break downs. I can't emphisis enough how critical proper alignment between the bike and sidecar is. If its right they steer down the road effortlessly. If there wrong they will wear out your arms in 10 kms. and the experiance will be terrifing. After awhile flying the car is as easy as popping a wheelie. The one other thing about sidecar rigs that you need to know is they are tire eaters. when you corner you are scrubbing tires, no getting around it. The ural is an interesting experiance but after owning one and seeing how badly built they are i'd never buy another one, And they're not cheep to buy either. If anyone is looking for a sidecar rig get a used 1800 goldwing and have a champion sidecar installed on it. you won't reget spending a few extra bucks .

[@WhoCares-k8k]

Terrifying - causing extreme fear. I've been riding URALs for years. Yes, they do take some getting used to especially if you're moving from a two wheel bike. If something terrifies you, you shouldn't be riding on a public road perhaps consider taking it to a parking lot to practice. And think of all the people you just turned off to this wonderful bike by the title of your article. Just sayin they are a hell of a lot of fun!

[@Wm_Gemmell]

I've owned a couple of Ural's. I've been through many motorcycles. The Ural has by far been the most fun and joyful to ride, and the one bike I will never get rid of. I remember taking my first ride like it was yesterday. Maybe it came more natural, not sure, but I was immediate smiles. As with any motorcycle, ease your way into it. Practice. Get used to the bike first. I wouldn't say it's terrifying at all. Ride safe.

[@MeerkatADV]

I've ridden a Ural about three times. They are hilarious each time, but also the strangest riding experience I think I've ever had.

[@WW-wf8tu]

1 of the few experiences on wheels I have not had. In my youth, it would have been a blast to master. Not so interested in road riding something like this unless I had mastered it prior. There are learning curves to everything. Glad you all get/got a chance to tick this off the bucket list.

[@markseehawer3762]

I've been riding a sidecar rig for 16 years now. i really enjoy the experience. I'm on my second rig that i built myself. I will say though you are right these sisecar rigs will turn a veternan rider into an amature in a split second. That being said if you are an experianced rider It's isdefinately worth the try.

[@thomaskatayama3336]

I love my Ural and I also have an Indian Chieftain with a sidecar. I always bring my dog on my rides and they love it.

[@tomsreviews238]

I would feel like a crash test dummy while sitting in a sidecar.

[@s.gossett5966]

Auspicious timing. I was just looking at Ural sidecars earlier this week.

[@bikerbobcat]

I bought a used '23 last year and it's the most fun motorcycle I've been on. I have a '14 Honda Valkyrie which is fast and smooth and steady and the Ural is none of that.

[@johnmccann1234]

Cannot believe you would drive a Ural, with no training, no experience, and no one to help / advise. Right turns are easy if you know how. When you let off the gas in that sweeper... wow! My heart stopped... Technique is to slow down before the right turn, then add power thru the turn. You have to keep the MC ahead of the sidecar. It will about turn itself. These bikes are sort of like learning to fly an airplane, you just don't do it without some basic training and lots of practice. Glad you guys are OK

[@ElliottTAlphaG700]

Cutest vid of the day. I've had limited experience on motorcycle/sidecar combos. 1st time while I lived in the UK. Whether a sidecar, motorcycle even a car for some. Parking lots are a safe learning tool. Albeit not as cute as seeing a Cyclist at 3:31 mins with the ability to pass you both going 10 mph 😂, good thing he was on the opposite side of the road huh. As far as the screams, it adds a whole new level of cuteness. As always we all ❤seeing you both!

[@markmc9229]

Oh my God, what a couple of buttercups! My 12-year-old daughter rocks in our Ural!

[@BillyBoblovesthedirt]

My mate was one of the first to get one in Australia back in 2008. Everything you said is correct. They need constant input at all times and at no time can you relax. We rode around Australia with him on the Ural and me on my Harley. He was absolutely shattered at the end of each day but it made it.

[@fatchili7424]

Good to hear, what sought of cruising / Hwy speeds was your mates Ural capable of sitting on? How many KM per day on average? Asking as I have a 2021 model Ural Gear Up and will be headed Brisbane to Albany soon, plus I’ll be towing a small trailer. So, I’m curious as to any challenges or advice your mate has. Thanks👍🏻

[@86Hilux22R]

If your buddy still has it, tell him to invest in a steering stabilizer. There is a fantastic write up on the Soviet steeds forums. It uses a vw bug stabilizer and absolutely changes how rideable the ural is.

[@zcon]

Thank you, Case, for not screaming into your helmet mic. Alex… you’re cool, too.

[@boomshanka8743]

I used to have one of those in the early 80s. Keep a big bag of gravel behind the seat in the chair, that will help keep the chair down.

[@lol9945]

Im actually thinking about buying one for winter riding here in new England.

[@subMOA6.5]

Same. Also in New England.

[@sidecarmonkey]

You don't buy a Ural to go fast. You buy one to take every single person you know on a motorcycle ride. AFTER you spend about a month/1000 miles learning how to master your 3 wheel monstrosity.That center stand is very useful for changing the tires by the way. Congrats on playing at being sidecar monkeys! Sweet video!

[@larrywoolford8978]

The key to riding a bike with a sidecar is to forget everything you know about riding a motorcycle because they handle and steer completely different.

[@markseehawer3762]

It is also critical that the alignment is right. When they're right they stear effortlessly if they're wrong they a total arm breaker

[@DaFalcon007]

You definitely break straight if the breaks are properly set up. There is the charming thing using just certain breaks to turn in higher speeds. And the central stand is for tire change. Next time when you want to talk about something it will be better to know what you are taking about, not just talking..

[@strategicadventures6906]

Great video! Is there a video or a sight to see the full build of this bike?

[@garybailey4524]

You should take one of the 3 wheeled motorcycle courses. The have both trikes and side cars … they make you fly the side car … it’s great. I’m a can am rider and it was so much fun.

[@tomdonahue3453]

Washington requires a separate 3 wheeler endorsement because it doesn't actually ride anything like a two wheeler. Once you understand the differences, it's a ton of fun.

[@markseehawer3762]

Here in alberta Canada there is no ditinction, Our legislation considers it nothing more than an accessory. i built my own rig, No lnpsection required I have had it on the road for 13 years now, attached to a 1977 honda goldwing. I've never been pulled over either.

[@Daniel-v5y1c]

The center stand is useful if you need to change a tire, it does take some strength to use it.

[@richardstephens9647]

Urals are tractors. Once you accept that the shifting and all falls into place. LOL. I think the worst thing about the Ural are the obnoxious Sachs shocks and the rock hard enduro bench seat. To improve them means spending another $1500.00-$3500.00 for suspension upgrade and having the seat redone by a local shop. It all adds up quickly. I see the one you're riding has been reworked by Kaliber Creations. Nice looking winch mount. NOTE: for newbies at LEAST watch some videos about how to ride these beasts before you ride one the 1st time. If you have neck or spinal issues this is probably not the bike for you as they require way more constant input from the rider than you'd first imagine. Ural is phenomenal in honoring their warranty too. Coming up on 3 yrs ownership of a 2021 Gear Up I honestly can say it is a blast off pavement. They are slower accelerating than any two wheeled 750 so don't expect to race traffic but, do be prepared to be waved at...a lot!

[@richfarfugnuven6308]

From what you are describing, I would check your rear wheel alignment. It seems like it might be cockeyed somewhat...

[@MrMischief604]

Looking forward to a video of the Ural taking on the challenges at Tumbleweed Ranch! Really curious to see how having that rear axle (?) locked helps on Trenches. Tommy in control, Roman in the sidecar?

[@vanveen8472]

I'd be terrified too in the sidecar with an operator who is vocal about how scared he is

[@plaid13]

I dunno if it is just me but it looks like that bike is set up wrong leaning into the center of the road away from the side car too much. That would cause it to pull left all the time wouldnt it?

[@gerrydunne8768]

I owned a tourist ural For 2 years my kids and myself went on camping trips loved the bike it was not dangerous you have to learn how to ride a motorcycle but That was it

[@arcanum3000]

I don't have a Ural but I want one. I gather the center stand is useful if you need to fix a flat or change out a wheel in the field.

[@alexanderb4584]

I have Ural. It brings so much fun. Feels like a real man’s bike..

[@timcarter7616]

I took a ride on a bud's old BMW with a sidecar. Went around the block. Nope. No. Not no, hell no. I like to have a good time on my rides, not see my whole life flash before my eyes every few seconds. Not for me. That ain't a motorcycle, it's a carnival ride.

[@redr1150r]

I've hide 2 bikes with side cars. It does take getting used to. It's totally different from riding solo. I commuted every day for about 45 min one way for several years, every day no matter what. You really do hurt for a while, as any bike with a sidecar will give you a workout. If you're an occasional rider this may not be for you.

[@andrewgee241]

I want to see Roman or Andre in the sidecar!

[@cmcb7230]

I think the Ural was a Soviet copy of a BMW German WWII army motorcycle. They got/took/copied the design and have been making it ever since.

[@86Hilux22R]

The blueprints of BMWs engine was given to Russia by Germany during their brief time as allies during the invasion of Poland. If memory serves it was part of the molotov pact. The rest was mostly Russias creation, definitely copying aspects of Germany's service motorcycle of the time

[@jabjab1010]

I’m super confused. . .when the camera in the front looks back, the motorcycle part seems to leaning to the right. . .then when when you show the view from the rider it seems that you are turning strongly to the left. . .Is it possible that those huge connectors between the moto and the car can be used to “straighten” the motorcycle part?

[@tedecker3792]

When properly set up the bike does lean slightly to the right. My first sidecar ride was alongside “Pappy” Hoel’s Indian rig. He loved to scare the crap out of us young guys. Hanging the sidecar out over the creek on right handers, totally drifting the thing on gravel roads. Leading into a corner with the 3rd wheel and a terrified teenager!

[@SteffiReitsch]

I have a 2011 Ural GearUp that I bought used in 2013. Yeah, they can be scary. At speeds over about 40mph, it feels unstable. They don't have a lot of power. Left turns you can go fast , but you'd better go slow and cautious when making a right turn or you're in danger of tipping over. You could get yourself killed. Always have some ballast weight in the sidecar. Urals are okay for cruising around town, on two lane back roads, or off road, but don't ever try to ride this thing on a highway! Hell no. Yeah, somebody is going to say he does it, but I think you'd really have to be some kind of foolish daredevil .The first few days I had this thing I thought I'd blundered buying it ; it was scary, especially making those right turns, but I got more used to it and experienced, and it became fun. I like that it has both kick and electric start, almost no bikes have that anymore. It's is easy to start, even in real cold weather. Also, it has a spare tire, so you won't be stranded- that's saved me a hassle on two occasions. Oh yeah, it's got a reverse gear! My little shaggy dog Poppy just loved the Ural. Where's Poppy? Poppy would sneak outside and sit in the sidecar just waiting to go somewhere. Poppy and I would ride around and go to the park everyday. She would wear her goggles and we got lots of attention everywhere we went. Anyway, little angel Poppy's now in doggie heaven, so it's not as much fun anymore. I have great memories though. New Urals have become VERY overpriced, maybe because nobody else makes a ready- made sidecar rig. Instead, I'd say if you must have a sidecar bike, buy a big cruiser bike and a sidecar separately and find somebody that knows how to attach them. If you like the vintage classic look, as I do, there's a company called Inder that has some cool looking ones.

[@86Hilux22R]

It sounds to me that your sidecar is either misaligned or your steering stabilizer is wore out. My 2011 feels great at 65 and is anything but unstable, as far as sidecar rigs go

[@SteffiReitsch]

@@86Hilux22R At 65 this thing would be red lining. Anyway, I don't believe you. BTW, it's spelled worn out, not wore out. .

[@86Hilux22R]

@@SteffiReitsch lol, I can get you a gear ratio sheet if you'd like to be proven wrong :) At 65 you are turning ~4600 rpm, depending on your final drive ratio of course. Sorry I hurt you so deeply you have to correct my use of grammar lmao. Also the Ural redlines at 5400 RPM. 17000km and still going strong.

[@SteffiReitsch]

@@86Hilux22R AAAHAHAHAHAHAH Sorry i hurt YOUR feelings, son. In the REAL world, take that slow thing out on the interstate highway and go 65(its maximum capability) and YOU'LL SOON FIND OUT ! LOL.

[@86Hilux22R]

@@SteffiReitsch Again, I have 17000km on my Ural. I ride it at least 3 times a week, either with my dog or my bitches. And every ride, I cruise at 65mph. I'm not exactly sure what I'm supposed to find out, As I own the vehicle and ride it regularly. I'm sorry if I upset you, I forget that Medicare enrollees can have autism too. What I find most entertaining is the fact that I read your comment, And tried to provide some advice. And you come at me like I'm the one that killed your mutt lmao. Rest in piss poppy

[@davidrochow9382]

Congratulation on not mounting a kerb or ending up in a field on your first ride, which is what usually happens,. Stick with it and don't be surprised if you learn to love riding, or is it driving, it as they are great fun. As for getting a Royal Enfield . I had a 500 with a sidecar set up for about a third of the price. It had about the same top speed as the Ural but not the reverse gear or the shaft drive. I now have an 82 VF 750 Honda Magna with a chair. That gives you a bit better highway speed and the shaft drive. The centre stand comes in handy for removing the back wheel when you need to change the tyre.

[@markseehawer3762]

I ride a 1977 gold wing with a custom sidecar that I built myself. I've had it on the road for 13 years now. I started out with a ural had it for 5 years grossly under powered and broke down way to often.

[@michamrt5]

Info please...if i would buy one in mass is it possible to ride it to arizona

[@LayneSteighlee]

its just a ural....they are everywhere in America. they are actually shit bikes. find another bike that has a bigger and better sidecar. I personally ride a goldwing with a sidecar.

[@86Hilux22R]

​@@LayneSteighleetake your gold wing where I can take my Ural, totally depends on your riding style. My Ural is certainly not as reliable as a gold wing. But I've had my 2011 for about 10 years now and have only had 1 part failure in 17000km. If you take care of your Ural, your Ural will take care of you, usually.

[@sesa2984]

I totally pictured a scene from Twister popping up at the end.

[@nicky1ful]

You guys have no idea about what a ural is capable of❤

[@moto_rad]

Im sure you just misspoke, but at about 4:50 you called it a parallel twin when it is a boxer engine

[@OSullivanLawFirm]

Great episode!

[@EldarNigamatullin]

it seems that your bike is tilted a little bit, so it might be a part of the reason why is it unstable in turns

[@Daniel-v5y1c]

Where did you get those mirrors they seem to vibrate less then the stock mirrors?

[@funkygrib1]

The first 10k are the hardest, it starts getting easy after that and yes it is easy to fly the sidecar at will, looks cool on the highway ;-) you need it on gravel or snow to learn how to slide it.

[@tjamick2647]

My first bike, so much fun. It's better if you've never ridden.

[@FreeTimeFeats]

I've always wanted to see what these urals look like without the side car.

[@FreeTimeFeats]

@@fizziemandellokc1032 reeaaalllyyy... Interesting. I suppose if the bike alone remains a problem child, but the side car makes it a cool problem child... It works out. I'm just surprised they never engineered a way to detach the side car just because.

[@Daniel-v5y1c]

You talked about the accessories but not much about who makes them or where to get them.

[@martinwheat2018]

Riding a ural is like driving a 40 year old jeep on 37 with no steering stabilizer old suspension and years of beating and bouncing around off road it takes years of skill and finesse to drive em straight and confidentiality 😂

[@86Hilux22R]

Somehow manages to be more reliable than a jeep of any era too. Not that that's a high bar

[@cannabiskiisdead5360]

Tbh feels like a nice intown vehicle like to go to the store and pick up stuff kinds thing but that's about it

[@pkrockit]

LOL Just yesterday I was telling a friend that my most terrifying ride of all time on a bike was … in the sidecar of a Ural 😱😂

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

Lol, after watching this, I can see why!😳

[@uralgone]

I have spent the past 12 years as the monkey on an overland rally rig. Right turns are scary, left turns are the ones we live in fear of. You will feel the boat start to lift before anything hilarious happens. In a left, the nose of the boat will dive and the back tire will lift. Since the front wheel is already turned to the left, it will dig in. Yes, I totaled my underwear. The running joke with monkeys is that the pilot steers the bike, the monkey steers the boat. Out over the sidecar wheel for right turns, and across the back of the bike for left turns. That rear passenger peg is where you hold on for the big ones.... :D.

[@SteffiReitsch]

"Left turns are the ones we live in fear of" ?? Nooo. That's hasn't been my experience at all on the Ural. Left turns you can fly! The sidecar acts as an outrigger. You'd have to be going crazy fast to lift the back wheel on a Ural. I've NEVER heard of that from anybody. But you were referring to your " overland rally rig." The videos on your homepage are of a late model BMW with a sidecar added on , not a Ural. I think you're relating your experience on that fabricated BMW "overland rally rig" with a Ural. They're not the same. Left turn on a Ural and you can go fast without fear. Just saying. .

[@hillbilly4christ638]

A two wheeler drive motorcycle is more of a pickup truck and extends the riding season. BMW got it right years ago and it is a shame this concept hasn’t been capitalized. There is a genuine need for three wheeled bikes, but sadly the concept has been met with poor examples through the years. An enclosed reverse trike that rides in tandem is incredibly utilitarian and the people that attempted it had no idea what they were doing. It is entirely possible to construct an aerodynamic vehicle that gets 100mpg without a bunch of electric nonsense. What is better, a vehicle that gets 100mpg on gas or one that makes that claim that isn’t feasible for any distance traveling?

[@juanherrera9166]

Driving an Ural is not that hard, You just have to get used to it. Most of the people make the same mistake over and over again and it is to compare the ural with americans , japanese or european motorcycles. May be they don't know that keeps most of the soviet philosophy : as simple it can be, durable for ages and easy to repair. And one thing i'm sure is that they're tough. Believe me I'm from Cuba and there we're thousands since the 60's and 70's and the owners were very pleased with them. Also, there is another version called Dnepr, built by another company in USSR but worst than the Ural.

[@86Hilux22R]

I agree! The ural is certainly not as reliable as a Honda. But I'd argue way easier to work on. I have almost 25000km on mine and have only had 1 major failure, funny enough caused by poor adjustment. The final drive blew up, miraculously i made it home. 750 dollars later and about an hour worth of labour it was fixed.

[@RonaldSharon-g6z]

That my favorite ural motorcycle old history being 1900 near used world war 1 still make counting present more better technology system and much more thing little change but still great ural motorcycle!

[@rayswiney7398]

Had one 10 years ago. Got just good enough to total it and break my back. My fault, not the bikes.

[@robervin9107]

I love how tommy and Alex were in the sidecar lol 😂 at different times. Now that’s the adventure I love seeing. Well kase. Brother togetherness absolutely hilarious 2:34 tommy lmao.

[@jonathanmathews9291]

Its left turns that are scary...

[@4ager505]

Just watching your video frightened me...I'll pass on these...

[@RB87NL]

Parallel twin?!? That is a 750 boxer twin

[@peterrussell798]

Fools rush in…. Learn to properly pilot a sidecar before blundering into traffic. Once you go hack, you’ll never go back.

[@omeytorralba5470]

the Driving dynamics is typical of a TRICYCLE and has nothing to do with the URAL Brand... even here, a Honda Tricycle Yamaha or Kawasaki typically behaves that way, when braking it wants to turn right, its because of the Tricycle Geometry... some Designs are build different than others depending what purpose the Tricycle is built for lets say for Passengers even more so for Cargo Layouts that have longer Sidecar geometry, configurations that are used to carry Live-Stocks, Glass, Plywood, Up-to-30cases of Beverage, imagine how stable that can be?

[@Ali.g.97]

4:51 Since when are boxer engines/horizontally opposed engines parallel twins?? 🤣💀

[@garymartin9806]

I want one so bad

[@BruceHuff-s3i]

26000 miles. Most fun I've ever had Scary? Yes. So was that mini trail 50 the first time! Do you remember the magic? Yes much different. Remember how fun it was to learn to ride? Started again at 60. Yes they break but you can fix them rather than paying some kid to replace electronic shit! Just remember it's not a motorcycle. Use the pull right and left to your advantage. I split the brakes. Another way to steer. Be Safe Stay Home

[@jimwilgar9644]

As soon as he said 750cc parallel twin, I had to switch off.

[@dannydowell9979]

I like the bike…..not the white trim parts. Leather is cool

[@kirkdyck5797]

To bad they cost so much! And Dealers are so scarce.

[@frankmorris2603]

Boy, you didn't sell it. I was loving the idea but if it's unruly to control and then you mix it with homicidal traffic, like where i live, it's not an option. ☠️

[@stevekniess3665]

Hilarious thanks guys

[@luiscorzo8434]

The Ural is the best bike of all times

[@malcolmmathers2690]

lols public roads not best place to learn left of center side car geometry perks .but its a lot off fun when you get the hang of it if you survive ha ha ha

[@cerealtiller]

The 'Lean out' on that Rig is excessive....so badly set up.

[@weigelji1]

Terrifying?? Pansies. I loved my 2019 Gear Up. Rode it across the country…nothing but smiles and thumbs up from people. 😎

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

You probably find that you need to tighten up the steering damper. They are a weird like to ride but I think not as dramatic as you are making out you need some Armstrong steering LOL

[@christopherchapman7453]

I've owned 2 urals and have ridden tens of miles on them. It's easy once you understand the physics of what the bike is doing. But if you have no experience it feels like wrestling a Russian bear that has special needs and rode the short bus lol

[@Kahless00]

Oh now i def wanna see the two of you do a cross country trip on a bagger together. Flip a coin every tank of gas for who has to sit in the back.

[@niteshades_promise]

i would not want to ride this in traffic at 1st. off-road trails would be fun. kick in that 2wd. i could live out of that. would hold so much cargo. always wanted a ural.🍻

[@kennethcole1551]

Your bike is leaning to the left that’s why I keep pushing your driveway. You have to make sure that the wheels are level to each other and coding 3/4 of an inch half inch to 3/4 I can see on your video why are you having problems? Be safe

[@brassmonkey7566]

Bru i would be scared to park it anywhere you'd come back to a skeleton..😅

[@cfcasazza]

I used to put an 80 pound bag of gravel in the sidecar when i had no passenger

[@tejasborse2643]

Well What I have noticed here is that the handlebar is slightly tiled towards left hand side. So may be this might be the possibility that the bike takes hard left when you hit throttle had !!!

[@Problem-mattic]

Would riding it in 2wd fix how it rides?

[@WW-wf8tu]

He said in the video, it would get more sketchy. So, no.

[@psychedelicrelic6410]

2wd is only for use on soft ground. There's no differential so the bike only wants to go in a straight line.

[@lockout6896]

The veering one way on letting off the gas is because the ural is a drive shaft motorcycle.😂

[@KorysRides]

No, it does that because of the sidecar. When you coast the sidecar wants to continue and pushes the whole thing left, and when you accelerate it is drag and pulls the bike to the right.

[@MrEtnorb]

@@KorysRidescorrect

[@stig120212]

nice!!!

[@DavidReese2ndA]

Turning Right... What are you talking about... You don't understand physics of motion? no school or what...

[@charleswoolsey2296]

Do you know which way is right?

[@kentalanlee]

Maybe we need nautical terminology. Starboard ho!

[@iggyzorro2406]

flat twin not parallel

[@markseehawer3762]

Also known as a boxer

[@susanmielecki534]

I absolutely love love love our Ural!!! But then again we got educated before purchasing. This is the worst video I have ever seen . Get educated before you open your mouth

[@mikegreen5596]

It’s hard to enjoy something if you’re terrified of ir. This is a n inaccurate depiction. I say this as a Ural owner almost every day user

[@romeolongoria8730]

I’m in

[@fixedG]

They're super cool but I just don't know if I'd trust a Ural in terms of reliability. I wish BMW could dust off the old R-71 plans, do their own modernization and sell something that looks similarly vintage but has the GS Adventure pedigree, but it'd probably cost $60,000.

[@duaneleiker561]

Like all cars, boats, bikes and planes, you have to get used to driving it. That means knowing balance, throttle, center of gravity in turns, sway, lean, weights, etc.... Nothing worse than a newb reviewing something they have no clue about. The Russians would be laughing at them. Comparing a different street ONLY bike/sidecar to the Ural unless it is a 2 wheel drive is nonsense.

[@davidkallstrom4349]

kick start it