Anyone know anything about MZ dirt bikes?

[tleach17]

So I picked this beauty up yesterday. What I know is its a 250 2-stroke. The engines were made by Yamaha. The bike however is German. I believe it's a late 60's early 70's but I have no idea for sure. I'm not sure of my plans either. I may end up selling it. Any input would be great.

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[daddy]

Nice!

What pond did you fish it out of?

 

[Zembonez]

I do remember them being around. If I remember correctly, the company died in the 90s. I'd look into the vintage bike forums. There may well be a market for it.

 

[dirtyoldman]

I'm assuming you did a search on the MZ,but thought I'd add this article,pretty interesting http://www.mzridersclub.com/html/mz_racing.html

 

[tleach17]

Nice!

What pond did you fish it out of?

I know she is pretty rough. I saved it out of a scrap pile. I think Dave Bell would be proud.

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[Sunset_Z28]

Interesting. Cant say I've ever heard of one.

 

[tleach17]

I had never heard of them either.


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[cRiPpLe_rOoStEr]

Those were from East Germany, based in old DKW projects. Current models use 4-stroke engines, there are even some hybrid MZ scooters altough those are made in Malaysia.

 

[tleach17]

I found a tag on the frame. So this bike is a 1969 ETS250/G. It is a 250cc. I need to find out how much it's worth. I don't know if I should sell it whole or part it out.


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[Black02Silverado]

Don't know much about them. It looks like a cool find!

I do know that any and all bikes love AMSOIL lubricants!