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Model Year Changes

2023

Crankcase:

  • All new casting, improved design, precise machining

  • Redesigned two-piece front bearing housing, bolt-on oil squirter

  • Rubber gasket for reliable seal between the case and the rear bearing housing

  • Starter cover and crank position sensor adapter are integrated with crankcase casting

  • Screw-in inspection plug

Roller Tappets:

  • Eliminates outdated and  inconsistent process of manufacturing of the old style flat head tappets in-house

  • Increases reliability and durability due to reduction of wear of the tappet rollers and camshaft lobes

  • 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

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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

    • 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.

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