Few people know what kind of oil to pour into a Ural motorcycle. Meanwhile, this model is the most popular means of transportation in Russia after cars. Such motorcycles have long been firmly established in the lives of urban and rural residents; they can be found both in the south of the country and in the western regions.
The Ural motorcycle is widely used by different segments of the population, the model of a motorcycle with a sidecar is especially popular.
Brand popularity
Although the Ural brand is found everywhere in Russia, the lion's share of motorcycles produced is exported to other countries. Only 3 percent of the total remains at home. This is due to the high price of the bike, because with this money you can buy a car, although not new, but quite good quality. Therefore, people in the country prefer to buy cars or other, cheaper motorcycles.
Since the demand for Ural abroad is breaking all records, the plant decided to reconstruct the enterprise, and recently almost all components are purchased in other countries and are only assembled in Russia. About 1,000 motorcycles are produced per year, which are already sold in advance to future buyers. It is impossible to imagine which countries this bike rides on, because there are a great many of them in the USA, Europe, Canada, Australia and other countries.
The main interest is not the bike itself, but its sidecar, because it simply has no analogues in these and other countries.
The vast majority of Ural motorcycles are produced with a sidecar, although there are models without it, but they are not in particular demand.
The Ural motorcycle is made on a military basis BMW motorcycles R71, produced in Germany during the Third Reich, which were captured by the military back in the 40s of the twentieth century. The first Ural was released almost immediately, back in wartime, and had a number of additional devices that distinguished it from German bikes. During the Iraq War, a large number of Urals were purchased by the Iraqi army to increase the maneuverability and mobility of the military.
For strengthening and stability, additional channels were attached to the motorcycle, and for safety - machine guns and flamethrowers. Such improved machines were a huge success among the military, and it was after that war that the United States became interested in these motorcycles. Russian army, on the contrary, completely abandoned these bikes, citing high costs and inflexible proposals from the manufacturer’s management.
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Advantages of the Urals
Diagram of the oil flow in the engine of the Ural motorcycle.
The more than 70-year history of Ural motorcycles speaks for itself. These bikes are powerful, smooth and fast, and are as fast as a car. In addition, manufacturers are positioning this vehicle as a “motorcycle with a masculine character” - just as tough, straight and reliable. The huge popularity of the model all over the world is based primarily on confidence in its endurance and maneuverability, and its speed and specifications worthy of admiration. In addition, the manufacturer with enviable consistency modernizes the motorcycle again and again, improving its qualities.
Main technical unit The bike is the engine on which the movement of the entire motorcycle depends. Each copy is accompanied by instructions for use, which indicate the type of engine and recommended types lubricants. According to the instructions, in the Ural motorcycle combined engine, that is, lubrication of rubbing parts is carried out in two ways - the parts are lubricated from oil pump and by spraying oil, while there is a strict lubrication order that must not be violated.
Since the engines in modern Urals are mainly four-stroke, the oil must be selected accordingly. You can read about what kind of oil to pour into a Ural motorcycle in the same instructions. Don't put it in your bike automobile oils because they have different characteristics. Every world-famous oil manufacturer also has a lubricant in its lineup designed specifically for motorcycles. At the same time, there are no designations and classifications of lubricants for motorcycles, so they are labeled in the same way as automobile ones. Depending on the operating conditions, the oil is selected primarily according to the weather season. These can be summer, winter or all-season lubricants, and each of them has its own characteristics.
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Oil selection
Changing the oil in a Ural engine is a very important task, especially if it is already due. Since the bike’s clutch is completely immersed in lubricant, its choice must be approached with all responsibility. As mentioned above, automobile oils are not suitable for four-stroke engines“Ural”, since their viscosity does not correspond to the required one. Motor oil fluid for motorcycles has a completely different set of impurities and additives than for cars, which is why it works somewhat differently.
If the bike is used year-round, which is rare in harsh conditions Russian winters, then it makes sense to fill all-season oil. This lubricant has a number of advantages over others, since it contains special additives, thanks to which the oil is equally effective at both low and low temperatures. high temperatures. Manufacturers of such oil conduct thorough and long-term tests of their products at various, even abnormal, temperatures, and at the same time its quality is not compromised in any way.
In cases where the motorcycle is used only in warm weather, summer oils can be used. They are very popular and perform their functions perfectly. Unfortunately, they are rarely found on Russian shelves, but it’s still worth looking for.
When choosing oil for a motorcycle engine, it is important to consider its viscosity. For uninterrupted operation Enough motor is needed liquid lubricant, which will not thicken when low temperatures. If the engine is very worn, it makes sense to fill it engine oil higher viscosity than the instructions require, since such an engine smokes a lot when moving, and thick oil will help avoid this. Many owners of “Urals” are sure that nothing, even the most low quality oil, cannot spoil the operation of the motor.
Since the motorcycle is high class, and wears " male character", its engine has all the qualities that are necessary for increased loads, even if its wear is quite severe. As a rule, since Soviet times, the manufacturers of Ural motorcycles themselves have recommended M8B1 oil in their instructions. It is considered one of the poorest quality, but the engine runs great on it. You can imagine how the engine will work with good high-quality lubricant.
He will not ride, but fly, which is what he does, developing maximum speed up to 120 km/h on a straight road. But such a speed can be very dangerous on the roads, so it is more comfortable and safer to drive at a speed of 60-80 km/h, not only on a good highway, but also on country and forest paths. Almost any type of movement is suitable for this movement. mineral lubricant, at the same time, from both an economic and practical point of view, it is more profitable to use the cheaper one, because there will be no difference between them.
Few people know what oils to put into a Ural motorcycle. The Ural motorcycle is considered the most common vehicle in the Russian Federation after cars.
It is ridden by both urban motorcyclists and rural residents. This motorcycle is especially common in the southern and western regions of Russia.
Brand popularity
Although Ural is found everywhere in the Russian Federation, a large number of manufactured mopeds are sold to other countries. Only three percent of the total volume remains in Russia. This is due to the considerable cost of the motorcycle. For the same price it is possible to purchase a used car of excellent quality.
Realizing that this bike was very popular abroad, the Ural company decided to reconstruct itself, began to buy spare parts abroad, and carry out the assembly in the Russian Federation. About a thousand bikes are produced annually and are already sold in advance. It’s hard to imagine which countries they drive on.
"Ural" is made on the basis of military bikes "BMW R71". They were produced by the Germans in the forties of the last century. The first “Ural” was manufactured during the Second World War and had additional devices that distinguished it from German motorcycles. To make the army more maneuverable and mobile, Iraq purchased many bikes from the Russian Federation. They were equipped with additional channels, machine gun and flamethrower weapons. It was after the Iraq war that America began to become interested in these bikes.
Pros of a motorcycle
The more than seventy-year history of Ural bikes speaks volumes. These motorcycles are powerful, ride smoothly and quickly thanks to a powerful engine. The prevalence of the Ural all over the world is due, first of all, to its beautiful performance indicators. In addition, the manufacturer is constantly making various improvements to the motorcycle engine, improving the bike.
The main unit of the "Ural" is considered power unit. The ability to drive depends on its functioning. Each motorcycle comes with an instruction manual. It specifies the type and size of the engine, and also indicates what oil it runs on. According to the manual, the bike has a combined engine. Lubrication of contacting parts is carried out by 2 methods: from the oil pump or by spraying engine oil.
Motorcycle engine URAL Because the engines in bikes are four-stroke, you need to choose the right one for them. lubricating fluid. You can find out what kind of oil to pour into the internal combustion engine in the operating manual. You cannot pour motor oil into the engine, as it has inappropriate parameters. Any manufacturer of popular lubricants has oily liquid, designed specifically for bikes. There is no separate specification for oils that can be poured into a motorcycle engine. Because of this, they have the same markings as lubricants poured into ICE cars. When choosing a petroleum product, you need to consider climatic conditions, in which the bike will be used. Consumables can be intended for summer, winter, or be universal.
Lubricant selection
Pouring fresh lubricant into the Ural fork is a responsible procedure. It is necessary to choose the oil very carefully, because the motorcycle clutch is completely submerged in lubricating fluid. Motor oil should not be poured into a four-stroke Ural engine, because it has an inappropriate viscosity coefficient. Oil for bikes has a completely different set of additive elements.
Conclusion
Ural bikes, no matter how much oil you pour, will always show their good side. It’s not for nothing that they are distributed throughout the world, despite economic problems. Previously, in the Soviet Union, only one oil suitable for the Urals was produced - mineral water M8B1.
Today, with a variety of oils, choosing the right one is quite difficult. If you do not have an M8B1, and the bike is not tuned, pour mineral water. Otherwise, use a semi-synthetic consumable.
PCDeath Fri, 07/11/2008 - 16:24
pala4, We read the forum and understand that they are considered good Liqui Moly, Motul, and it sucks - M8. Everything else is in between.
of course, branded oils are good when purchased from official dealers, and, preferably, they give you a quality certificate for the batch from which you take the oil. But this is very cool and not everyone has it.
Krivtz Sun, 09/11/2008 - 02:56
By the way, about oil from barrels: I also have a negative attitude towards filling motor oil from large cans (barrels), but in principle, if the service is “normal” (well, no one deals with such crap as “bodyaga” there), then it should be known who, when and where did he bring this barrel from, but in plastic canisters Anything can happen depending on the type of official dealer. So (in my opinion) the most the best option, if there is no verified source, look on the net for the official website of the manufacturer and see who is official dealer in a city or region. This is what I did, for example, with Valvoline oil. Used to be famous brand. I looked around, found out the address (retail is sold only at their service stations) and for the fifth year there are no complaints. True, I pour it into the car, but into the Ural-Dnieper I pour Finnish mineral oil Neste. I buy it at a mechanic shop and, interestingly, I haven’t seen either Valvoline or Neste in auto parts stores. Here.
Papandopulo _RIP_ Sun, 09/11/2008 - 16:47
pala4, so the engine died only because of the oil? GO-NOT!
I followed your report from the road, you set a simply killer rhythm for your Ural, and maybe (I’m not saying, but I’m guessing) you tried to maintain this rhythm on an untested engine. So not on...
PS. If you started this thread just to spit on Lukoil, then it’s in vain. The oil is like oil, budget-friendly, and will do for the boxer, unless, of course, it’s burnt and you’re not too lazy to change it after 2-2.5 tkm.
There is no need to treat Elias, he wrote you everything correctly.
PCDeath Sun, 09/11/2008 - 16:55
pala4, Do you mean Lukoil for 20 rubles per liter of 20W-50 from a dealer at a dealership? Or Lukoil synthetic 5W-40 API SM, purchased at a Lukoil non-franchise gas station with a copy of the batch certificate? Clarify, please.
I have a positive attitude towards oil from barrels, because... I buy Esso 10W-40 from an official dealer, it has never let me down, and the price is reasonable for my pocket - about 100 rubles / liter
pedestrian Sun, 09/11/2008 - 21:00
The question is complex and ambiguous. My brother drove a single factory MT for 30 thousand on Azmol Turbo-2 oil (semi-synthetic 10w40), the bike covered ~30 km before it. The speedometer had lost its needle long ago, and it worked as an odometer, but together the motorcycle was moving away from the traffic police station on the highway, the oil temperature was quite low, you could keep your hand on the oil filter. Because The motorcycle is domestic, during operation something fell out and changed, but not in the engine (with a new oil system). It was sold and the new owner is happy. I have an MT-11, also with a new oil system, but I didn’t drive that fast even downhill, at a cruising speed of 110 km/h working temperature oil was 100-120C( ZIC oil semi-synthetic, and it’s the same on Azmol). Why is that? Honestly, I don’t know... I serviced both motorcycles, made both ignitions, installed the oil system, in short, two absolutely identical engines
pala4 Mon, 10/11/2008 - 00:56
Papandopulo, I don’t want to go into details - honestly. Better read it again - you won’t understand, then I’ll chew it all out. I’ll just say one thing: when I returned from a trip I spoke with one very smart master, and the conversation reached the point of butter; We compared oils in the old-fashioned way, it turned out that Lukoil 15/40 is worse than M8 because it's in 300-600
it loses its properties. I won’t tell you how they checked and compared. If you want, go for your health, I won’t dissuade anyone.
Anonymous (pedestrian) Mon, 10/11/2008 - 01:31
I was talking with one very smart master, and the conversation reached the point of oil; We compared oils in the old-fashioned way, it turned out that Lukoil 15/40 is worse than M8 because it's in 300-600
it loses its properties. I won’t tell you how they checked and compared.
and why?
Papandopulo _RIP_ Mon, 10/11/2008 - 06:47
pala4, there is strength in the details. What exactly should I re-read? If the topic is about your trip, then point your finger at where it is. If there is a manual for operating the Urals, then you can take my word for it, I know it.
A separate question - how did the oils compare? Even more separate - why do you think the oil loses its properties “after 300-600”?
ministrell Tue, 11/11/2008 - 13:24
VAZ 21093, mileage 177,231 km (I came down from the office and looked). Without capital.
Oil 10w40 Lukoil synthetic. Buyer at the same Lukoil gas station.
For its mileage and year, the car behaves more than decently.
pala4 Tue, 11/11/2008 - 14:42
Papandopulo, I looked yesterday, but unfortunately my topic died. So there, it was said that my Ural died out of the blue at a speed of 70-80 km, and it was cool, and it died a short distance later when I filled it with Lukoil. I won’t write how the oils were compared, because there’s a lot of typing on the phone. I will say one thing, this experience was demonstrated to me by a very smart mechanic.
I repeat, I am not dissuading anyone, if you want, go, I have drawn a conclusion for myself. While I'm pouring mobile into the Urals.
pala4 Tue, 11/11/2008 - 18:10
I rummaged through the Internet and looked at oil tests. It’s interesting that almost everywhere the leading places are occupied by Castrol, Matul, and Liqui Moth. But I’ve never seen anyone recommend CASTROL here, why is this? Is it too expensive? It’s just that in Kaliningrad it’s easiest to use Castrol, which is why I’m asking!
Second question: I’m going to pour semi-synthetic car into my cacique, which one should I choose? requirement (the most common in Russia, relatively not expensive cost)
pedestrian Sat, 15/11/2008 - 18:16
In the Dnieper I pour Delphi 20w50 mineral water, everything seems to be fine, everything is clean inside, the cutting took place at TNK and it was also normal and nothing jammed and there were no sticking marks, so it’s not a good idea to use our oils like that. I recently filled my car with ZIC semi-synthetic oil, the packaging looks like nothing in there, we’ll see how it performs.
pedestrian Wed, 26/11/2008 - 18:45
Well, that's not an indicator. You can kill the engine much faster with supersynthetics. As far as I remember, during the union, for every 100 thousand without breakdowns, drivers drew a star on board, like for a downed fighter. I have met buses (domestic) with so many stars that Pokryshkin himself would be jealous. And then we drove, you know what?
werewolf_m-72 Thu, 27/11/2008 - 07:51
In 2107 I only pour esso 10w40, and in the Urals I pour oil from a diesel locomotive (!) The brand is unknown, but I know that it is a mineral water, the viscosity is similar to 20/50. It has all the additives. Entire laboratories are developing it, logically it is clear that
It is not possible to remove the engine from a diesel locomotive for capital, so they won’t pour bad oil into it, I’ve been using it for a long time, there are no complaints
max_04 Mon, 01/12/2008 - 09:20
what about diesel??? who will clarify? why is it not recommended in Dnieper? Personally, I poured and drove... in the winter there will be capital, so I’m thinking about what to pour next... I just have all of them diesel for free, from Volvo tractors, I don’t even know the name))
pedestrian Mon, 01/12/2008 - 09:38
nanaster, In the Urals only 20W50. because he's a balloonist and temperature regime tougher, i.e. the operating temperature of the oil is higher and its viscosity is correspondingly lower, so it is necessary to make it thicker, especially since few people drive in winter, about winter oil that's a different conversation...
You'll kill the engine, oh diesel oil completely different characteristics, there are no freebies, you have to pay for everything in life...
batjka Mon, 01/12/2008 - 10:38
On the old Cadet I filled it with Teboil once, and a day later the valves began to knock. I changed it to TNK, and all the knocking and wheezing disappeared. Now in diesel Astra Lew Reinol (Rheinol), mileage 240 thousand, the motor runs like a watch.
Anonymous (pedestrian) Tue, 02/12/2008 - 02:07
In the Urals only 20W50. because It is an air vent and the temperature regime is stricter, i.e. the operating temperature of the oil is higher and its viscosity is correspondingly lower, so it needs to be thicker,
Look what one of the coolest oil manufacturers recommends pouring http://liquimoly.ru/components/
regarding oil with higher viscosity - there was a topic about this, the essence is this: with more high viscosity oil, the engine spends more energy on pumping, plus more losses in friction pairs. This means that the engine will consume more fuel, and therefore heat up more. Accordingly, you need to pour in thicker oil... And so on ad infinitum
pedestrian Tue, 02/12/2008 - 02:23
abyrvalg1, Liqui Molly? Yes, they look like they are only in the pictures and saw the Urals judging by the models on the website. I don’t agree about the energy used for pumping; mechanical losses for the oil pump are comparable to mechanical losses for the operation of the camshaft cam. Liquid oil on a slightly overheated engine in the heat, it will quickly lose viscosity and the frail, worn-out oil pump of the Urals simply will not lift it along the highway, in the end it will come oil starvation components and, above all, the pistons, this is where you will experience overheating...
Roman_shvbsk Tue, 02/12/2008 - 11:01
Everything is the same. The difference in price is determined by the difference in brand price. Within oils of the same type, of course. IMHO. Liquid Moli and Motul are called good and well-known in motorcycle circles because they have motorcycle oil. And the Ural-Dnieper needs thicker automobiles, which are available from a bunch of other manufacturers. It makes sense for those who buy oil in barrels to choose something cheaper and of better quality. A difference of 100 rubles for someone buying a can of oil for their motorcycle/car will not make a difference. This can only be discussed from the love of art and the availability of free time. Again IMHO.
Anonymous (pedestrian) Tue, 02/12/2008 - 15:21
I don’t agree about the energy used for pumping; the oil pump uses mechanical losses comparable to mechanical losses for the operation of the camshaft cam
yah? And when the viscosity increases, the mechanical losses remain the same?
In fact, the factory recommended pouring M8 into composite oils, look at the viscosity of this oil. You should also stuff solid oil in there (dropping point 60C)
pedestrian Tue, 02/12/2008 - 15:28
abyrvalg1, Because there was nothing else at that time, that’s why it was recommended, if you think about it, it was recommended to pour it into all Soviet technology, like it would chew, not choke, well, how can you compare the temperature regime of dropsy and a primitive air vent? Think about the meaning of the phrase “Air-oil cooling”...
pedestrian Wed, 03/12/2008 - 00:46
Mineral oils Almost all of them are the same in composition, they differ in their viscosity properties, and the production technology has been the same for many many many years.
And it’s simply pointless to talk about their real differences depending on the manufacturer, they are so insignificant.
It’s already funny to read the same topic for 5 years)))))
Anonymous (pedestrian) Wed, 03/12/2008 - 02:04
There was nothing else at that time
oddly enough, it was:
M-8V
M-8V2
M-8G2
M-8G2K
M-8DM
M-10V2
M-10G2
M-10G2K
M-10G2TSS
M-10DM
M-14V2
M-14G2TSS
M-16G2TSS
M-16IHP-Z
M-16PTs
MS-20P
MT-16P
AMG-10
B-3V
VO-12
IPM-10
MS-20
MS-8P
SM-4.5
TSP-10
TSP-15K
TEP-15
TSZP-8
TAP-15V
TAD-17I (TM-5-18)
pedestrian Wed, 03/12/2008 - 23:09
nanaster, not type, but identical, unlike synthetics, they consist almost entirely of " base oil". They are produced from fuel oil by direct distillation and nothing else.
Therefore, mineral water can be mixed without problems from different manufacturers, and synthetics should not be used under any circumstances because... it consists of up to 30% clearly balanced additives.
Today it is difficult to meet people who know what kind of oil a Ural motorcycle requires. But this brand consistently remains one of the most popular in our country. They are often found in the western regions and southern regions of our country. Such motorcycles - powerful and unpretentious - are very popular among rural residents.
Reasons for popularity
The main share of motorcycles produced by this brand is exported. Only 3% of the total output remains in Russia. The reason for such a small “remainder” is due to the cost of the bike. It's approximately the same price good car, although not new, but in decent condition.
IN last years The demand for this bike abroad has become simply record-breaking. Therefore, the plant producing Ural was reconstructed. Component parts come from abroad, and assembly is carried out in Russia.
During the year, the plant produces about 1,000 motorcycles. Moreover, all of them are sold in advance according to individual orders. "Ural" is popular in many countries. It can be found in Canada, Australia, USA, Europe.
How to choose the right oil for a Ural motorcycle
To ensure that the bike runs smoothly, it is very important to choose the right oil. Automotive lubricants not suitable for Ural engines. The viscosity coefficient does not meet the engine requirements. In addition, completely different additives are required.
If the motorcycle is used all year round, it is recommended to use all-season motor oil. It contains special additives that enable the Ural to function without problems at any temperature.
For normal operation in warm weather it is worth using summer oil. Unfortunately, today it is very problematic to find such lubricating compounds in Russia. They are mainly sold in other countries.
For a Ural engine, the viscosity indicator is very important. To achieve its uninterrupted operation, you need a liquid consistency that will not begin to thicken at sub-zero temperatures.
IN old internal combustion engine, which has served for more than a year, it is better to fill it motor fluid With increased viscosity. Although, according to most owners, no oil can damage the Ural engine.
Since the model is a high-end one, its engine is capable of operating in the most harsh conditions when wear of parts increases.
Manufacturers of "Urals" are still in Soviet times It was recommended to use M8B1 engine oil. Interestingly, it is considered the lowest grade, but the Ural engine works great on it.
And if you fill in the modern high quality oil, it will perform even better, reaching speeds of up to 120 km/h if you drive on a straight road.
Most suitable oil for a motorcycle Ural is considered mineral. However, it is necessary to take into account some nuances. If the motorcycle has undergone fashionable tuning, it is better to use semi-synthetic oil, the wear of parts will not be as great.
A little history
The Urals were based on the military BMW model R71, manufactured in Germany. During the war, our military captured a lot of such equipment. The very first sample was made during hostilities. It differed from the German one in several additional devices.
When the Iraq War took place, in order to increase maneuverability and achieve greater mobility of the military, the Iraqi government purchased a large number of motorcycles from Russia.
To make the vehicle more stable, additional channels were attached to it. Security was provided by fixed machine guns in conjunction with flamethrowers. Improved models have become very popular with the military. After the end of the war, American military personnel became interested in motorcycles.
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