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1996MuZ Saxon Tour 500
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The 1996 MuZ Saxon Tour 500 is an accessible all-rounder designed for riders seeking comfortable, practical commuting and light touring on a budget-friendly platform. Its air-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers modest but adequate power for everyday riding, while the manageable 143 kg weight and low 820 mm seat height make it approachable for riders of varying experience levels.
- Capacity
- 494.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 143.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 34.0 HP (25.0 kW)
What’s new for the 1996 MuZ Saxon Tour 500
vs the 1995| Spec | 1995 | 1996 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 34.3 Nm (3.5 kgf-m or 25.3 ft.lbs) | 35.0 Nm (3.6 kgf-m or 25.8 ft.lbs) |
| Dry weight | 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds) | 143.0 kg (315.3 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- A no-nonsense everyday commuter and light-tourer, happy on urban runs and B-roads rather than motorways or spirited canyon carving.
- Built for
- A frugal, air-cooled single-cylinder thumper with modest but usable torque; utilitarian, dependable and unpretentious German-built transport.
- Not ideal for
- Not for speed-seekers, track riders, two-up long-haul tourers, or anyone wanting genuine off-road ability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usEngine
- Capacity
- 494.0 ccm
- Power
- 34.0 HP (25.0 kW)
- Torque
- 35.0 Nm (3.6 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2378 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 143.0 kg
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1995 | 1996 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 494 cc | 494 cc |
| Dry weight | 145 kg | 143 kg |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 820 mm |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the MuZ Saxon Tour 500?
The 1996 MuZ Saxon Tour 500 has a Capacity of 494.0 ccm (30.15 cubic inches).
What engine power does the MuZ Saxon Tour 500 have?
The 1996 MuZ Saxon Tour 500 has a Power of 34.0 HP (25.0 kW).
How many gears does the MuZ Saxon Tour 500 have?
The 1996 MuZ Saxon Tour 500 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the MuZ Saxon Tour 500?
The 1996 MuZ Saxon Tour 500 has a Torque of 35.0 Nm (3.6 kgf-m or 25.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the MuZ Saxon Tour 500 weigh?
The 1996 MuZ Saxon Tour 500 has a Dry weight of 143.0 kg (315.3 pounds).
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