Silver Star 500

1996 MuZ Silver Star 500 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by MuZ for the naked motorcycle segment, the 1996 MuZ Silver Star 500 relies on a 494 cc (30.1 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 34 HP (24.8 kW) while maximum torque reaches 35 Nm (25.8 lb-ft) at 6,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 68.8 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 Silver Star 500 measures 146 kg (322 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.23 HP/kg (4.29 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 790 mm (31.1 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance.

Within MotoLibrary's MuZ archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1996 to 1997, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.