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Baghira Street Moto

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49 /100 Balanced
Power
50 HP
Top Speed
160 km/h
Torque
57 Nm
Engine
659 ccm

2001 MZ Baghira Street Moto Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by MZ for the super motard motorcycle segment, the 2001 MZ Baghira Street Moto 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 Street Moto 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
Displacement 659.0 ccm (40.21 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 50.0 HP (36.5 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque 57.0 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Bore x Stroke 100.0 x 84.0 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 4
Fuel System Carburettor
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Chassis
Front Travel 280 mm (11.0 inches)
Rear Travel 280 mm (11.0 inches)
Wheelbase 1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/70-R17
Rear Tyre 160/60-R17
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 298 mm (11.7 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 245 mm (9.6 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds)
Seat Height 900 mm (35.4 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons)
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Intermediate
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Sport & Track
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Seat Height
90 cm / 35.4 in
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