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Mastiff

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56 /100 Balanced
Power/Weight
0.28 hp/kg
Top Speed
266 km/h
Torque
57 Nm
Engine
660 ccm

2006 MZ Mastiff Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in MZ's super motard motorcycle lineup, the 2006 MZ Mastiff features a 660 cc (40.3 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 49.6 HP (36.2 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 chain final drive. With a specific output of 75.2 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 Mastiff measures 175 kg (386 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.28 HP/kg (3.53 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 830 mm (32.7 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,465 mm (57.7 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. 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 266 km/h (165 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
75.2 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.28 HP/kg (3.53 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,250–6,500 rpm
Standover Height
830 mm (32.7 in)
Engine
Displacement 660.0 ccm (40.27 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 49.6 HP (36.2 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque 57.0 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) @ 5250 RPM
Transmission
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed 265.5 km/h (165.0 mph)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension Rear monoshock
Wheelbase 1465 mm (57.7 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/60-;17
Rear Tyre 150/60-17
Front Brakes Single disc
Rear Brakes Single disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 175.0 kg (385.8 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.2835 HP/kg
Seat Height 830 mm (32.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Fuel Capacity 12.50 litres (3.30 US gallons)
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Sport & Track
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Seat Height
83 cm / 32.7 in
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Manageable weight for most riders
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