Finding parts for your Ural motorcycle in France is easier than it appears. This guide lists all sourcing channels: authorised dealers, specialist websites, community help networks and direct import.
The Ural Spare Parts Landscape in France
Ural spare parts availability has significantly improved over the past decade. The brand having invested in its international distribution network, French authorised dealers now hold real stock for current models. But the Ural parts market remains more complex than that of major Japanese or European brands — and you need to know the right channels.
Here is the complete 2026 overview.
Official Network: French Authorised Dealers
Ural France (the official importer) coordinates a network of around ten authorised dealers across France. These workshops have direct access to the official parts catalogue and can order directly from Ural Europe.
Advantages: guaranteed original parts, access to manufacturer technical notes, qualified after-sales service.
Disadvantages: variable ordering delays (48 hours to 3 weeks depending on part and stock), official prices that may be higher than the grey market.
For common parts (filters, plugs, seals, cables), dealers generally have immediate stock available. For rare parts or bodywork elements, waiting is often necessary.
Specialist Online Retailers
Several specialist websites for Russian and Soviet motorcycle parts offer an extensive Ural catalogue:
Ural Parts (international site, European shipping): most comprehensive for recent models. English catalogue, card payment, 5-10 business day shipping.
Retromotos and French equivalents: vintage and Russian motorcycle specialists. Variable stock depending on season and supply. Ideal for used parts and adaptations.
eBay (Ural/Soviet Motorcycles category): useful source for rare and used parts. Check seller reputation and exact compatibility before buying.
Parts Interchangeable with Other Brands
The Ural community has documented over the years many interchangeabilities with standard commercial parts. Here are the most useful:
| Ural Part | Standard Equivalent | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Spark plugs | NGK B7HS, B8HS | Standard 14mm thread, same as many classic engines |
| Oil filter | Standard 3/4-16 UNF filter | Check thread specification for your model |
| Front brake pads | Semi-standard format | Measure caliper bracket before ordering |
| Throttle cable | Universal adjustable cable | Cut to length, adjust end fittings |
| Wheel bearings | Standard 6204, 6205 | Check dimensions for exact model |
Direct Order from the Irbit Factory
IMZ-Ural has offered an official online shop since 2018 allowing direct parts ordering from Irbit. This option is interesting for very specific parts unobtainable elsewhere.
Procedure:
- Identify the part number in the Ural electronic catalogue (available on the official website)
- Place order via official shop or contact IMZ export department
- Allow 2-6 weeks
- Allow for customs duties (up to 20% depending on value)
Tip: group several parts in the same order to spread shipping and customs costs.
Parts to Keep in Stock
For an Ural owner using their machine regularly, here are the spare parts to always have on hand:
Basic stock (consumable parts):
- 2 spare spark plugs
- 1 oil filter
- 1 drain plug sealing kit (bolt + copper washer)
- 1 spare throttle cable (long part, rupture risk)
- 1 front brake cable
- 1 puncture repair kit
Intermediate stock (for long journeys):
- 1 set front brake pads
- 1 head gasket each side
- 1 spare fuel pump (carburettor models)
- 1 voltage regulator
The Community as a Resource
Don’t underestimate the value of the Ural community for hard-to-find parts. The “Ural France” Facebook group and Club Ural France gatherings are spaces where members regularly share parts from crashed or restoration-in-progress machines.
The “donor bike” dismantling principle is common in the community: a crashed or unrepairable Ural becomes a parts mine for keeping other machines alive. These exchanges generally happen at prices well below new.
For installation instructions, our complete mechanical maintenance guide details all common procedures.
Frequently Asked Questions
The hardest parts to find are those specific to older models (pre-2000): original carburettors, first-generation gearbox seals, vintage sidecar bodywork. For recent models (post-2010), sourcing is much easier via the official network and importers.
Some Dnepr MT and M-72/K-750 parts are interchangeable with older Urals, including pistons, valves and certain engine components. However, there are significant differences depending on generation and model. Always verify compatibility via part numbers before purchasing.
eBay is a useful source for used parts and some new parts sold by specialist international dealers. Amazon is less relevant for Ural-specific parts. The Revzilla marketplace (US-based) ships to Europe and often has good stock of common parts.
IMZ-Ural offers an official online shop for original parts. Delivery times to France vary between 2 and 6 weeks depending on availability. Shipping may incur customs duties (assess based on order value). For urgent parts, an authorised French dealer is generally more responsive.
Yes, the Facebook group 'Ural France Officiel' and Ural-France.fr forums are good resources for community assistance. Members regularly offer used parts or direct others to sources they've personally used. The Ural community's solidarity is a genuine practical advantage.