MZ 1000 S - 2006 Specifications and Reviews

The 2006 MZ 1000 S is a lightweight sport bike powered by a 1000cc liquid-cooled twin delivering 115 horsepower. Designed for riders seeking agile handling and responsive performance, it excels as a nimble middleweight sportster. Known for its compact proportions and manageable weight, this German-engineered machine offers accessible sportbike thrills.

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General information

CategorySport
Year2006
ModelMZ 1000 S

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Cooling systemLiquid
Torque95.00
Power115.32
Stroke4
Engine typeTwin
Capacity:1000.00 ccm (61.02 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Wheelbase1,445 mm (56.9 inches)
Seat height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight210.0 kg (463.0 pounds)

MZ 1000 S dimensions and frame

Exhaust systemEuro 2 / 2 Catalytic converter
Rear brakes diameter243 mm (9.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakesDouble disc
Rear tyre dimensions180/55-17
Front tyre dimensions120/70-ZR17
Frame typeDual tube bridge frame

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.5491 HP/kg

Other specs

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Fuel capacity20.00 litres (5.28 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

117 hp
Peak Power
3.5s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track65%
City55%
Cornering75%
Daily Riding55%
Touring50%
Passenger45%

Rider Profile

Best ForThis is a machine best suited to riders with intermediate to advanced experience who can handle a torquey parallel-twin sportbike with a firm chassis.
PurposeBuilt as a sport-touring hybrid, it favors spirited road riding and twisty backroads over outright track dominance or long-distance cruising comfort.
Rider FitA moderate 820mm seat height and 210kg dry weight make it manageable for average-height riders, though its firm sport setup demands reasonable physical engagement.
CharacterThe MZ 1000 S has a distinctive, characterful personality thanks to its unusual parallel-twin engine, offering strong torque delivery and a raw mechanical feel rare in mainstream sportbikes.
Not Ideal ForIt is not a good fit for off-road adventures, novice riders, or those seeking plush long-haul touring comfort.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2006 MZ 1000 S Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 820mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2006 MZ 1000 S, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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