MuZ Saxon Country 500 - 1996 Specifications and Reviews

The 1996 MuZ Saxon Country 500 is an accessible all-rounder powered by a 494cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine producing 34 horsepower. Its comfortable 820mm seat height and manageable weight of 149kg make it ideal for novice and intermediate riders seeking a versatile commuter or light touring platform. Known for reliable simplicity and practical handling, it represents classic mid-90s Eastern European motorcycle engineering.

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General information

CategoryAllround
Year1996
ModelMuZ Saxon Country 500

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Transmission typefinal driveChain
Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
Valves per cylinder4
Torque35.00
Power34.00
Stroke4
Engine typeSingle cylinder
Capacity:494.00 ccm (30.14 cubic inches)

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight149.0 kg (328.5 pounds)
 
 

MuZ Saxon Country 500 dimensions and frame

Rear brakesExpanding brake
Front brakesSingle disc

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2282 HP/kg
 
 

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

34 hp
Peak Power
9.5s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track20%
City55%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding50%
Touring40%
Passenger30%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders with at least some experience on tall, torque-light singles, since the high seat and modest power reward smooth, deliberate inputs.
PurposeA classic air-cooled enduro-style single meant for light trail exploration, commuting, and unhurried backroad riding rather than outright speed.
Rider FitThe tall 820mm seat height and slim but upright stance favor taller or more confident riders comfortable balancing a lighter bike at a stretch.
CharacterSimple, honest, and mechanically straightforward, this bike has an old-school single-cylinder charm with a thumping, low-strung personality.
Not Ideal ForNot a good fit for riders wanting strong highway passing power, plush touring comfort, or serious two-up capability.

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

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1996 MuZ Saxon Country 500 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 1996 MuZ Saxon Country 500, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). 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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