Sportbikes
2003MZ 1000S
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The 2003 MZ 1000 S is a middleweight sport bike designed for experienced riders seeking nimble handling and responsive performance. Powered by a 998cc liquid-cooled twin engine producing 115 horsepower, it delivers genuine sporting credentials without excessive weight or complexity. Known for its affordable entry point into 1000cc sport biking, it appeals to riders valuing practicality and agility over outright power.
- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 210.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 115.0 HP (84.6 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a sport-touring hybrid, it favors spirited road riding and twisty backroads over outright track dominance or long-distance cruising comfort.
- Built for
- The 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 for
- It is not a good fit for off-road adventures, novice riders, or those seeking plush long-haul touring comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 998.0 ccm
- Power
- 115.0 HP (84.6 kW)
- Torque
- 98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5476 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 96.0 x 69.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1425 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 210.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Dual tube bridge frame
- Front suspension
- Upside-down fork
- Rear suspension
- Central suspension strut
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
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 | 2003 | 2005 | 2006 | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 998 cc | 999 cc | 1000 cc | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Dry weight | 210 kg | 210 kg | 210 kg | 210 kg | 210 kg |
| Seat height | 820 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm | 820 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L | 20 L |
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 MZ 1000S?
The 2003 MZ 1000S has a Capacity of 998.0 ccm (60.90 cubic inches).
What engine power does the MZ 1000S have?
The 2003 MZ 1000S has a Power of 115.0 HP (84.6 kW).
How many gears does the MZ 1000S have?
The 2003 MZ 1000S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the MZ 1000S?
The 2003 MZ 1000S has a Torque of 98.0 Nm (10.0 kgf-m or 72.3 ft.lbs).
How much does the MZ 1000S weigh?
The 2003 MZ 1000S has a Dry weight of 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds).
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