Built around CZ's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 1981 CZ 250-485 utilizes a 246 cc (15 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 13 HP (9.5 kW) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 52.8 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 250-485 measures 124 kg (273 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (9.54 kg per horsepower). The 13-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 103 km/h (64 mph).
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