
Proceed to adjustment of the foot brake starting from the rear wheel, having first slackened the nut on
the tie rod of the sidecar wheel brake. Then adjust the sidecar wheel brake by tightening the nut on the
brake tie rod. After the foot brake has been adjusted properly, back up the nut on the tie rod of the
sidecar wheel brake by 2 - 3 turns so as to preclude a sideways deflection of the motorcycle on braking.
Brakes should be "burnished in" during the initial running in (break in) period. Speeds during this
period should not exceed 42 mph for “Tourist” and “Patrol” models, 50 mph for “Solo” and “Cruiser”
models (see "Speeds for Running-in" table). Follow burnishing procedures carefully. Make
approximately 100 stops using 75% of full braking power. This can be done over several periods and
need not be done in one session. Choose an area with clean, dry pavement and no obstructions. Travel
in a straight line and apply both the hand (front) brake as well as the foot (rear and sidecar) brakes.
After burnishing the brake shoes, adjust your brakes on each wheel to reduce the gap between shoes
and drums. This procedure will ensure maximum braking performance during the running-in period
and is essential before raising your top speed, after your
URAL
has been carefully run in (after 2,500
km).
WARNING: Because brake performance is a critical safety item, we recommend brakes be
inspected and adjusted at every service interval. Brakes must be inspected for wear every 2,500 -
5,000 km. If the brake shoe friction material is 1/16 in. thick or less (the thickness of a nickel) the
shoes must be replaced.
If the motorcycle is ridden under adverse conditions, (steep hills, heavy traffic, etc.) inspection every
1,000 km is recommended. All three brakes should be used, even for normal stops.
The sidecar wheel brake is mounted on the sidecar axle, and connected to the rear brake pedal via a
torsion rod and slotted lever (Fig. 2.5-2). The sidecar brake drum cover is held from rotation by a
torque stop on the sidecar swing arm. Sidecar brake shoes are interchangeable with the motorcycle
brake shoes.
Note: If there is excessive play in the sidecar brake torque stop, the brake will self-actuate as the
sidecar rolls backwards. Play can be removed by installing a shim.
CAUTION: When installing the sidecar wheel, it is necessary to have a distance shim on the
axle, against which the inside wheel bearing is positioned. Without the shim in place, the brake
drum will contact the brake shoes and cause a grinding sound. If the sidecar brake drum
appears to be "dragging", check for correct placement of the distance shim.
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