2001 MZ Baghira Black Panther Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around MZ's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 2001 MZ Baghira Black Panther features a 659 cc (40.2 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 50 HP (36.5 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 57 Nm (42 lb-ft) at 5,250 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 75.9 HP per liter and a 1,250 rpm working window between peak torque (5,250 rpm) and peak power (6,500 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Baghira Black Panther measures 180 kg (397 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.28 HP/kg (3.6 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 900 mm (35.4 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,530 mm (60.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. 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 160 km/h (99 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's MZ archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2001 to 2006, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
75.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.28 HP/kg (3.6 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,250–6,500 rpm
Standover Height
900 mm (35.4 in)
Engine
Displacement659.0 ccm (40.21 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power50.0 HP (36.5 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque57.0 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Bore x Stroke100.0 x 84.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Transmission
Gearbox4-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Chassis
Front Travel280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear Travel280 mm (11.0 inches)
Wheelbase1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R17
Rear Tyre160/60-R17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.180.0 kg (396.8 pounds)
Seat Height900 mm (35.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Torque
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.