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1996 CZ 180 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by CZ for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1996 CZ 180 pairs a 176 cc (10.7 cu in) single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13 HP (9.5 kW) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 73.9 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the 180 measures 128 kg (282 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (9.85 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.

Within MotoLibrary's CZ archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1995 to 2000, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.