well, the reason I asked is the Ural st is on my short list of bikes I'd like to have if I ever decide to drop down to one two wheeler and I was wondering how it stacked up against the UCE.
So I was wondering how the Enfield and Ural compared in real life comparisons.
Oh, I get it now.
Bikes are like hammers, can't use one for every purpose.
But to compare the 2,
Not only do the tires suck on the sT but the choices available for it are next to nil. Their choice of 18 on the rear could be nice but with the drive-shaft (it's turned down section perfect for a 19" tire) right there I really couldn't find a tire that would fit on the rim and not hit the drive-shaft. The stock 4.00 x 18 Duro measures 4.00 wide and leaves about 1/8" gap on the driveshaft.
A 4.00 x 18 Dunlop K70 measures almost 4.75 wide. Continental, Avon, all the same.
Their choice for a 3.50 x 18 on the front mounted on the same width rim as on the rear leaves you almost choice-less too. Bridgestone makes a ribbed 3.50 x 18 for the Bonneville America that will fit.
The UCE's ? All come with good tires.
The sT is the nicer of the 2 on the freeway. An all day 70 mph with some spurts up to 80/85 are well within it's capabilities. Heavy enough to stay put in the wind.
50 mph is a problem, too slow for 4th and almost too fast for 3rd. A lot of shifting in that speed range. And you know how Urals shift. Like a good Russian tractor.
The UCE, I'd stick to 65 mph with spurts up into the 70s with it. No flat spots in the gearing and they shift like butter.
Carbs over EFI. I feel your pain man. Best hurry because I'd bet EFI is in Ural's near future too.
sT MPG 32/34
UCE 67.8 mpg
Handling,
well ya got 1 sleek sporty filly and 1 field tractor. Who do ya thinks gonna come out on top?
Wiring,
The Russians just couldn't get it right so they farmed it out to someone that could get it right. And right it is.
REM take note.
69 was the first year of the CB 750. The fastest and most desirable of all of em.
As much as I didn't like mine I wish I had it now. And my 68 FLH. And my 69 Roadrunner. And...