Z 22
1923 Zündapp Z 22 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Zündapp's sport motorcycle lineup, the 1923 Zündapp Z 22 utilizes a 211 cc (12.9 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 2.3 HP (1.6 kW) at 2,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through belt final drive. With a specific output of 10.9 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the Z 22 measures 58 kg (128 lbs) dry. The 6-liter (1.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 57 km/h (35 mph).
Within MotoLibrary's Zündapp archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1921 to 1924, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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