Kobra 850

1996 MuZ Kobra 850 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by MuZ for the naked motorcycle segment, the 1996 MuZ Kobra 850 utilizes a 849 cc (51.8 cu in) liquid-cooled twin, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 92 HP (67.2 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 79 Nm (58.3 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 108.4 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), 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 Kobra 850 measures 200 kg (441 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.46 HP/kg (2.17 kg per horsepower).