750 J-1 (with sidecar)

1988 Chang-Jiang 750 J-1 (with sidecar) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Chang-Jiang for the motorcycle segment, the 1988 Chang-Jiang 750 J-1 (with sidecar) pairs a 745 cc (45.5 cu in) air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed with reverse gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 36.2 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the 750 J-1 (with sidecar) measures 370 kg (816 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (13.7 kg per horsepower). The 24-liter (6.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 110 km/h (68 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Chang-Jiang archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1987 to 1992, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.