MD 250-6

1973 Maico MD 250-6 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1973 Maico MD 250-6 cross - motocross motorcycle, Maico pairs a 245 cc (15 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 28 HP (20.4 kW) at 7,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 114.3 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the MD 250-6 measures 126 kg (278 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.22 HP/kg (4.5 kg per horsepower). The 12.5-liter (3.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 159 km/h (99 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Maico archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 1973 to 1977, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.