125 Sportstar
1998 MZ 125 Sportstar Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around MZ's allround motorcycle platform, the 1998 MZ 125 Sportstar relies on a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 12 HP (8.8 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 96 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 125 Sportstar measures 120 kg (265 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (10 kg per horsepower).
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