Model Year Changes
2023
Crankcase:
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All new casting, improved design, precise machining
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Redesigned two-piece front bearing housing, bolt-on oil squirter
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Rubber gasket for reliable seal between the case and the rear bearing housing
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Starter cover and crank position sensor adapter are integrated with crankcase casting
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Screw-in inspection plug
Roller Tappets:
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Eliminates outdated and inconsistent process of manufacturing of the old style flat head tappets in-house
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Increases reliability and durability due to reduction of wear of the tappet rollers and camshaft lobes
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Allows for more consistent valve clearance adjustment
CV-joints sidecar driveshaft:
- U-joints are replaced with the CV-joints
- Smoother rotation at all angles
- Increased reliability and service intervals
2022
- New 2-into-1 exhaust system with high mount silencer (Euro5 compliant)
- Updated intake manifolds with barbed vacuum ports
- High compression pistons
- Forged aluminum front swing arm
- All new rear brake system utilizing a two-piston Brembo caliper and a standalone mechanical parking brake caliper
- New center stand
- Heidenau Tires are now standard equipment
2020/21
- 19” aluminum rims from Italcerchio S.R.L.
- Forged brake caliper brackets
- One-piece forged alternator adapter shaft
- Bi-metal piston pin bushing
- Updated swing arm and fork leg design incorporates dust seals to prolong bearing life
- Improved rear sidecar body mounts “snowmen” incorporate an internal spring for increased load capacity
2019
- New Generation EFI system utilizing Keihin throttle bodies
- Re-designed cylinder head covers
- Cooling fins increased in surface area for improved cooling efficiency
- Improved piston and cylinder design
- Throttle position sensor for improved throttle response.
- Improved oil pick-up design and increased oil pan capacity
- Universal spare wheel
2018
- Spotlight replaced with high visibility LED Fog Lights on Gear Up sidecar.
- New passenger windshield on cT model.
- New hydraulic/gas charged steering damper.
- New reed style magnetic float fuel sensor.
- Three new standard paint options (Slate Grey, Burgundy Satin, and OD Green).
2017
- Electronic speedometer with built-in indicators.
- New wire harness with combination relay and fuse box under left side panel.
- Handlebar switch for sidecar spot-light.
- Handlebar parking brake lever, replaces rider side lever.
- Reverse / neutral foot pedal instead of lever.
- New stock 2/3 seat, replaces tractor seat.
- New sidecar seat with extra storage space under the cushion.
- Updated Tonneau covers.
- Numerous redesigned and improved internal components.
- New colors available in premium colors and finishes.
2016
- New starter motor.
- Introduction of compressible fiber-aluminum gaskets to seal exhaust head pipes.
- Hydraulic brake switch.
- Modified wire harness.
- Modified throttle bodies and flanges.
- Gas tank with the fuel sensor baffle.
- Modified hydraulic dampener with increased stiffness and sealing.
- New trunk lid weather strip.
- New design of the oil deflector for the breather for 2WD models.
- Use of liquid paint on all body parts.
2016
- New starter motor.
- Introduction of compressible fiber-aluminum gaskets to seal exhaust head pipes.
- Hydraulic brake switch.
- Modified wire harness.
- Modified throttle bodies and flanges.
- Gas tank with the fuel sensor baffle.
- Modified hydraulic dampener with increased stiffness and sealing.
- New trunk lid weather strip.
- New design of the oil deflector for the breather for 2WD models.
- Use of liquid paint on all body parts.
2015
- Updated standard roller bearing used in the crankshaft.
- Updated welding for hydraulic damper mount.
- 3M Self adhesive kick start bumper.
- New rear brake hose and cable mounting bracket.
- Relocated master cylinder with universal link rods.
- Redesigned rear brake pedal that is higher and more comfortable.
- New H4 headlight with housing.
- New tonneau covers, standard Sunbrella and vinyl for cT model.
- Plastic wheel hub covers for front and sidecar wheels.
- Introduction of Universal spare wheel.
2014
- Introduction of new EFI engine.
- Introduction of new cT model.
- New airbox with branch pipes.
- New hydraulic steering dampener.
- New aluminum triple clamps.
- Disk brakes on front, rear, and sidecar wheels.
- Redesigned wheel hubs.
- New final drive housing.
- Pre-formed fuel lines, breather, and brake reservoir hoses.
- New front brake reaction link.
- New Ural gas tank badges.
- New tank knee-grips with logo.
- Redesigned ignition key.
- New dashboard with updated indicator lamps.
- Front engine cover now featuring Ural logo.
2013
- Improved clutch plates.
- New mirror design.
- New diamond sidecar step plate.
- New sidecar floor mats.
- New military hardware fasteners on all tonneau covers.
- Improved tire pump.
- 3M seam sealers for improved protection.
2012
- New piston rings with tighter tolerances.
- New camshaft with improved materials and bearing surfaces.
- Improved 2 piece design for sidecar drive shaft yokes.
- New 2WD gear hubs for final drive and sidecar swing arm drive.
- New 1 piece intake branch pipes that eliminates center coupler and clamps.
2011
- New paint options including more powder coated colors.
- New Aluminum rims on all models.
- Trunk locks standard all models.
- New Cordura (canvas) tonneau covers and aprons.
- New aluminum upper fork bolts.
- Improved high strength final drive ring gear bolts.
2010
- Aluminum alloy rims for Patrol and Tourist models.
- Rocker arms with needle bearings.
- Bearing instead of bronze bushing on the camshaft.
- Polished ports of the cylinder head.
- Stainless steel on all tubular parts (bumpers, clips, handles etc.)
- 40mm Marzocchi forks for Retro model.
2009
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- Stainless steel exhaust pipes and mufflers
- Newly designed removable plate under the driver seat
- Standard (7/8′) handle bar size and removable risers.
- Bottom out travel limiter on sidecar swing arm.
- New NAK seals and SKF bearings.
- High quality 8.8 hardware used throughout.
For any questions about changes before 2009 model year please contact us.