MT 10 (with sidecar)

1982 Dnepr MT 10 (with sidecar) Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1982 Dnepr MT 10 (with sidecar) classic motorcycle, Dnepr pairs a 650 cc (39.7 cu in) air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 36 HP (26.3 kW) at 5,900 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 55.4 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 MT 10 (with sidecar) measures 365 kg (805 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10.14 kg per horsepower). The 19-liter (5 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 Dnepr archive, this model family spans 10 indexed model years from 1975 to 1985, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.