Ural Gear-up 750 Review

Used Buyer Review

Let's be honest — you're not buying a Ural because it's fast, reliable, or practical in any conventional sense. You're buying it because nothing else on the road looks or feels like it. The Gear-Up's 2WD sidecar system is genuinely clever engineering, and pulling it through loose gravel or snow with both wheels biting is legitimately addictive. The boxer twin has a satisfying mechanical thump, and strangers will stop you everywhere you go. That said, go in with eyes wide open. These bikes demand attention. Budget for a proper pre-purchase inspection by someone who actually knows Urals — ideally a dealer or dedicated owner club member. Post-2014 bikes are meaningfully better than earlier examples, so stick to those. Check the sidecar mounting points for cracks, verify the differential engagement works cleanly, and confirm the carbs have been properly jetted. Parts availability has improved but still requires patience. Spend $500 getting a used one properly sorted and you'll have something genuinely special. Ignore the maintenance and it becomes an expensive conversation piece.