Sportbikes
2006MZ 1000S
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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.
- Capacity
- 1000.0 ccm
- Engine
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 210.0 kg
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Power
- 115.3 HP (84.8 kW) @ 9000 RPM
What’s new for the 2006 MZ 1000S
vs the 2005| Spec | 2005 | 2006 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 115.3 HP (86.0 kW) | 115.3 HP (84.8 kW) @ 9000 RPM |
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
- 1000.0 ccm
- Power
- 115.3 HP (84.8 kW) @ 9000 RPM
- Torque
- 95.0 Nm (9.7 kgf-m)
- Engine type
- Parallel Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.5490 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
- 1445 mm
- Seat height
- 820 mm
- Dry weight
- 210.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 20.00 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 5.00 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
- 243 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- 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.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the MZ 1000S?
The 2006 MZ 1000S has a Capacity of 1000.0 ccm (61.02 cubic inches).
What engine power does the MZ 1000S have?
The 2006 MZ 1000S has a Power of 115.3 HP (84.8 kW) @ 9000 RPM.
How many gears does the MZ 1000S have?
The 2006 MZ 1000S has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the MZ 1000S?
The 2006 MZ 1000S has a Torque of 95.0 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs).
How much does the MZ 1000S weigh?
The 2006 MZ 1000S has a Dry weight of 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds).
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