1973
Puch VZ50 3P - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 302525 |
|---|---|
| Category | Sport touring |
| Make | Puch |
| Model | VZ50 3P |
| Year | 1973 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Pressed steel |
|---|
Engine & Transmission
| Clutch | Multiplate in oil |
|---|---|
| Compression | 9.5:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 50.00 ccm (3.05 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Carburettor |
| Ignition | Magneto |
| Lubricationsystem | Pertroil Mix |
| Maxrpm | 5000 |
| Power | 3.20 HP (2.3 kW)) @ 4800 RPM |
About Puch
Country of Origin:
Austria
Founder:
Johann Puch
Best Known For:
Mopeds and light motorcycles (Maxi, Magnum) and robust two-stroke engines
Company History
Puch carried postwar Europe on small-displacement two wheels. The Maxi and its siblings defined the moped archetype: frugal, repairable, and tough enough for daily commutes in all weather. Puch’s engineering culture—clean castings, careful tolerances, and honest documentation—made its engines favorites for tuners and fleet mechanics alike. In sports, Puch dabbled in off-road and road racing, feeding lessons back into durable frames and improved ignitions. As car access grew and emissions tightened, the brand’s motorcycle presence faded and its name shifted across corporate structures, yet the bikes endure in clubs and courier fleets. Historically, Puch symbolizes mobility-as-infrastructure: machines that start after winter, accept roadside fixes, and turn long bus waits into short, dependable rides. A tidy Maxi still represents independence at a human scale.