MZ Skorpion: history, specs, pictures

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MZ Skorpion
Manufacturer
MZ
Also called Skorpion Traveller, Skorpion Tour
Production 2001
Engine
single cylinder, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 100.0mm x 84.0mm
Top Speed 99 mph (160 km/h)
Horsepower 46.94 HP (35.0 KW) @ 6250RPM
Torque 41.31 ft/lbs (56.0 Nm) @ 5250RPM
Fuel System carburetor
Transmission Gear box: 5-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: single disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 110/70-zr17
Rear Tire 150/60-zr17
Wheelbase 55.91 inches (1420 mm)
Seat Height 30.91 inches (785 mm)
Weight 416.67 pounds (189.0 Kg) (dry),
Fuel Capacity 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The MZ Skorpion Traveller was a single cylinder, four-stroke standard produced by MZ in 2001. It could reach a top speed of 99 mph (160 km/h). Max torque was 41.31 ft/lbs (56.0 Nm) @ 5250 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 46.94 HP (35.0 KW) @ 6250 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

A 100.0mm bore x 84.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 659.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 5-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 110/70-zr17 front tire and a 150/60-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The Skorpion Traveller was fitted with a 4.76 Gallon (18.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 416.67 pounds (189.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 55.91 inches (1420 mm) long.