The brand new 2012 Ural Yamal Limited Edition, from Siberian manufacturer IMZ-Ural, may be the only motorcycle and sidecar ever offered that comes with a paddle as regular gear. This motorbike built for two is tooled for hostile environments.
The right name
Yamal, which translates as "the end of the world," is the title of a particularly unfriendly peninsula in Russia that is barren and perennially covered in ice. It is also the title of a well-known icebreaker ship, used to cruise in the most ice-bound of waters north of Siberia.
The image of the icebreaker ship can be found on the cycle, sidecar combination that is painted orange. It just seemed perfect considering everything about the bike.
Looking at special features
With the special benefits built into the bike, the Ural Yamal is as "tough as a Russian AK-47," according to the manufacturer.
There is a wide wind screen and guards on the bike as well as a 3M coating to guard both the bike and the driver from severe weather conditions. Another good feature is the dual fog lights on the sidecar to help when it is foggy out. When the road gets slick, the bike can turn into two wheel drive, and it has a spare knobby tire.
One additional fun feature
And when all else fails on your rugged adventure in extreme conditions, it comes designed with an oar. No, the sidecar does not become a serviceable canoe when detached. But at least if the driver and his or her passenger become stuck up the proverbial creek without a paddle... There's a paddle.
The oar bears a motto. It's supposed to be humorous. It goes like this:
In case of emergency:
- If you are reading this then you have wandered out too far, and the ice didn't hold -- we're very sorry. In an effort to make it back alive, you may want to follow these survival tips:
- Abandon all hope -- it will help you focus. - Detach sidecar, jump in, and then paddle like heck. - Rescue your dog -- they're better at finding their way home than you are. - Should you find yourself sinking, use your seat cushion as a flotation device.
Here's the fine print:
- Ural cannot be held responsible for global warming. - Water damage not covered under warranty. - This vehicle is not a boat, nor is the paddle or any part of the motorcycle intended to be used as a flotation device. - Survival may depend on other factors. Your wife was right, who goes fishing in winter?
Or you can use the paddle to battle off polar bears.
Available now
Only 50 2012 Ural Yamal Limited Edition have been made accessible in the United States Ural has dealerships across the nation, but do not expect to find one of these at Howdy Honda in Austin, Texas.
MSRP is $14,250, but you might be able to give up the oar and save some cash.
The right name
Yamal, which translates as "the end of the world," is the title of a particularly unfriendly peninsula in Russia that is barren and perennially covered in ice. It is also the title of a well-known icebreaker ship, used to cruise in the most ice-bound of waters north of Siberia.
The image of the icebreaker ship can be found on the cycle, sidecar combination that is painted orange. It just seemed perfect considering everything about the bike.
Looking at special features
With the special benefits built into the bike, the Ural Yamal is as "tough as a Russian AK-47," according to the manufacturer.
There is a wide wind screen and guards on the bike as well as a 3M coating to guard both the bike and the driver from severe weather conditions. Another good feature is the dual fog lights on the sidecar to help when it is foggy out. When the road gets slick, the bike can turn into two wheel drive, and it has a spare knobby tire.
One additional fun feature
And when all else fails on your rugged adventure in extreme conditions, it comes designed with an oar. No, the sidecar does not become a serviceable canoe when detached. But at least if the driver and his or her passenger become stuck up the proverbial creek without a paddle... There's a paddle.
The oar bears a motto. It's supposed to be humorous. It goes like this:
In case of emergency:
- If you are reading this then you have wandered out too far, and the ice didn't hold -- we're very sorry. In an effort to make it back alive, you may want to follow these survival tips:
- Abandon all hope -- it will help you focus. - Detach sidecar, jump in, and then paddle like heck. - Rescue your dog -- they're better at finding their way home than you are. - Should you find yourself sinking, use your seat cushion as a flotation device.
Here's the fine print:
- Ural cannot be held responsible for global warming. - Water damage not covered under warranty. - This vehicle is not a boat, nor is the paddle or any part of the motorcycle intended to be used as a flotation device. - Survival may depend on other factors. Your wife was right, who goes fishing in winter?
Or you can use the paddle to battle off polar bears.
Available now
Only 50 2012 Ural Yamal Limited Edition have been made accessible in the United States Ural has dealerships across the nation, but do not expect to find one of these at Howdy Honda in Austin, Texas.
MSRP is $14,250, but you might be able to give up the oar and save some cash.
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