Zero S

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Zero S (ZF 7.2)
2014 Zero Motorcycles Zero S.JPG
2014 model
Manufacturer Zero Motorcycles
Production2009–present
Class Supermoto, Streetfighter
Engine 75-5 passively air-cooled, radial flux, interior permanent magnet, brushless electric motor
Transmission Clutchless Direct Drive 1-Speed Automatic
Suspension Front: Showa 41 mm inverted cartridge forks, with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping Rear: Showa 40 mm piston, piggy-back reservoir shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Brakes Bosch Gen 9 ABS, J-Juan Dual-Piston 320 mm × 5 mm disc & Bosch Gen 9 ABS, J-Juan Single-Piston 240 mm × 4.5 mm disc
Tires 110/70-17 / 140/70-17
Wheelbase 55.5 in (1,410 mm)
Seat height31.8 in (810 mm)
Weight313 lb (142 kg) (dry)

The Zero S is an electric motorcycle made by Zero Motorcycles.

On 23 April 2009 the company announced it would establish a distribution network in the Canadian market while getting regulatory approval for selling the motorcycle in Canada. [1] It expects to start selling in Canada by early July 2009. [1]

The 2009 Zero S had a claimed expected range of 81 km (50 mi) on a full charge, and an advertised top speed of 112 km/h (70 mph), [1] Zero claims the motor is rated at 22 kW (30 hp). [2] The battery can be recharged using standard 120 V or 240 V plugs.

Zero made minor changes and small battery improvements to the 2014 Zero S, and added ABS brakes to the 2015 model, and further battery improvements in 2016.


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References

  1. 1 2 3 Hamilton, Tyler (24 April 2009). "Electric motorbike set to roll out". Toronto Star . Archived from the original on 27 April 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2009.
  2. "Zero S Specification".