Normally a manufacturer releases a bike with multiple color options and it’s not a big deal. But when MZ wanted to update their “Street Moto” model called the Baghira with different colors on the plastics, they created separate model names such as the “Forest” for a military green or the “Black Panther” for…well, you can guess.
The Baghira was originally introduced in 1998 as an enduro, but in 2001 MZ created the Baghira Street Moto with similar specifications to the street-only Mastiff. The motor is the thumper from a Yamaha XT660 and it’s good for 50 horsepower and 42 lb-ft of torque. That’s paired with Grimeca brakes, WP suspension, and Acerbis plastic bodywork. It’s tremendous fun around town and in the corners – think of it as a DR650 on steroids. Finding replacement bodywork can be a chore, but thanks to the Yammy engine, mechanical maintenance is much easier than the bike’s rarity would suggest. For more information, check out this review from MCN.
This example (VIN: SNZ6FE3R818002687) is being sold by the original owner, he’s only put about 5,840 miles on it. It’s got a Russell Day Long seat and 21″ front wheel, both original parts are included (and frankly I think this bike makes more sense with the 17″ wheel anyway).
Find this Baghira for sale in Vail, Arizona for $4,750 or best offer here on eBay.