MZ BK 350 1956

MZ BK 350 is very similar to its predecessor, IFA BK 350. The only differences are logo on fuel tank and the shape of the exhaust pipe. Years of production: 1956-1958. It was a popular motorcycle in DDR and other Eastern Bloc countries, about 41 000 units were sold.

In 1953 the communist government decided to rename the Zchopau factory to VEB Motorrad Zschopau, in short form: MZ. Soon the trade names of motorcycles were also changed to MZ. "MZ" make was continued even after the Zchopau factory was closed in late 70s, and production was moved to Hohndorf. After 1991 the company was closed, but after six months it was revived as Motorrad und Zweiradwerk GmbH; since this time their motorcycles are sold under "MuZ" name.