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The
MZ Division is represented mainly by two
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Motorrad-und Zweiradwerk GmbH (in
Germany)
MZ Motorrad
Sdn Bhd (in Malaysia) |
MZ's
history dates back to pre-World War II days under the
trademark DKW. In 1926, for the first
time in the history of motorcycle construction, a mechanically
driven assembly line is used for DKW. In 1928 With the
production of 60,000 motorcycles in „Zschopauer
Motorenwerke J. S. Rassmussen AG" becomes
the largest motorcycle plant in the
world. In 1932 Founding of the AUTO UNION AG
comprising the following companies: DKW, Horch, Wanderer,
Audi. The plant was then dismantled as a consequence
of World War II. In 1956, the trademark "MZ"
is introduced for the Motorcycle plant Zschopau.
In 1992, "Motorrad-
und Zweiradwerk GmbH" is
founded.
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HLI
acquired 100% of Motorrad-
und Zweiradwerk GmbH in 1 September
1996. The first plans were to develop 2 new engines
and a range of motorcycles based on these engines. This
includes a 125cc 4-stroke engine and a larger capacity
4-stroke twin cycliner engine competing in the 750cc
and above range of motorcycles. With these engines,
MZ will have the products to position itself and compete
in over 70% of the German motorcycle markets.
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In
2000, MZ has successfully developed and introduced
RT125, a 125cc liquid cooled motorcycle
with the most up to date technology in Europe
in February 2000. This motorcycle offer features
that are technologically advanced to existing models
of its class. Production commenced in April 2000
and the model is currently sold in Europe alongside
its existing portfolio. This smaller capacity engine
will provide MZ with the capability and competitiveness
to enter into emerging mass motorcycle-markets
of Asia, Africa
and Latin America.
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MZ
Motorrad Sdn Bhd (MZM) was then set
up in Year 2002 to assemble and distribute MZ bikes
in Malaysia. MZM officially launch its first
batch of models on 23 August 2002.
Models available include 125SX, 125SM, 125 Fun and the
750 watts electric scooter, Charly. MZ then launch the
Perintis 120S Classic was officially
launched on 13 March 2003.
MZ recently launched the Mantizz 125 on 27 July 2004. |
MZ
also offer a scooter and a foldable electric scooter
which adds a new dimension to the term of mobility as
this innovative product can fit into car boots and sailboat
storage. MZ motorcycles are now sold
in Europe, United Kingdom,
United States, Australia
and Singapore. |
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MZ
Germany Contacts |
MZ
Malaysia Contacts |
Address
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Alte
Marienberger Strabe |
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Address
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Lot
14 / 70, Jalan Utas, |
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30-35, D-09405 Zschopau-Hohndorf, |
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40000 Shah Alam,
Selangor, |
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Germany |
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Malaysia. |
Phone
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0049-3725490 |
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Phone
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603-5519 1822 |
Fax
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0049-372549150 |
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Fax
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603-5519 1811 |
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