MZ Skorpion Traveller vs Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) (2001)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MZ Skorpion Travellerstacks up against the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMZ Skorpion TravellerHonda GL 650 (reduced effect)
Model year20011984
Price
Engine659 cc673 cc
Horsepower48 hp50 hp
Torque56 Nm
Weight189 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L4.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires110/70-ZR17 / 150/60-ZR17 3.50-19 / 130/90-16

MZ Skorpion Traveller vs Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ Skorpion Traveller and the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MZ Skorpion Traveller brings 48 hp in a 189 kg package, while the Honda GL 650 (reduced effect) counters with 50 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: