CZ 400 MX Type 981 vs Can-Am MX6 400 (1980)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the CZ 400 MX Type 981stacks up against the Can-Am MX6 400. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecCZ 400 MX Type 981Can-Am MX6 400
Model year19741980
Price$1,200
Engine400 cc406 cc
Horsepower42 hp43 hp
Weight106 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Internal expanding
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Drum brake

CZ 400 MX Type 981 vs Can-Am MX6 400 — which should you buy?

Picking between the CZ 400 MX Type 981 and the Can-Am MX6 400 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the CZ 400 MX Type 981 brings 42 hp in a 106 kg package, while the Can-Am MX6 400 counters with 43 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: