Motorcycle specifications Zero MotorcyclesS 2020 Electrical initiation

The original Zero S hit the streets in 2009 as the first of its kind in the motorcycle industry. Packed with cutting-edge technology, the Zero S can reach up to 359 km; with more range than any other production electric motorcycle. The basic version will have to make do with 143 km. Ideal for getting from A to B, and exciting on twisty back roads, this streamlined machine continues to revolutionize riders' view of electric motorcycles with its instant torque, ease of use and low cost of ownership.

The Zero S will feature the updated Next Gen app in 2020, ensuring a simplified connection with customized riding modes, charge status, various updates and bike diagnostics. This completes the 2019 evolutions: the Zero S ZF7.2 11 kW gains 35% more power and an 8% higher top speed than the previous version.

zero S models (from 2015 onwards) can be charged at up to 137 kilometers per charging hour using the retrofitted Charge Tank 6 kW accessory on Level 2 charging stations, 6 times faster than with standard 220 V sockets.

the Zero S features a long-term storage mode. In a world first, the motorcycle automatically optimizes the battery's state of charge to further extend its life. No complex procedures required.

available in three versions:

- Zero S ZF 7.2 11 kW - A compact 7.2 kWh battery frees up space for a practical storage compartment and reduces weight by 43 kg, for a very light ride. Limited to 11 kW.
- Zero S ZF 14.4 11 kW - With a 14.4 kWh power pack for double the range. A Power Tank can be added for even greater range. Limited to 11 kW.
- Zero S ZF 14.4 - With large 14.4 kWh power pack and unrestricted power for higher maximum sustained speeds.

key features of the Zero S motorcycle

- The longest range of any production electric motorcycle in the world, with up to 359 km in town and 180 km on the freeway
- Power packs are covered by a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty
- Instant torque, abundant and consistent power
- High-efficiency, maintenance-free powertrain requires no complex cooling system
- Around €0.01/km electricity and no routine powertrain maintenance
- Zero Motorcycles' exclusive Z-Force® motor is the most efficient, most powerful and most compact sealed air-cooled brushless motor on the market.
- Zero Motorcycles' Z-Force® battery is the most power and energy dense in the electric vehicle industry.
- The Z-Force® IPM (Interior Permanent Magnet) motor with interior permanent magnets is more efficient and air-cooled faster, for greater performance in more demanding driving and extended periods at higher speeds.
- The Zero S ZF14.4 features the Z-Force® 75-7 engine, delivering 59 hp and 110 Nm of torque
- The Zero S ZF7.2 11 kW features the Z-Force® 75-5 motor, rated at 44 hp and 106 Nm of torque
- The "Just Ride" direct drive system is as simple as it is elegant, with a maintenance-free Poly Chain® HTD® Carbon™ belt: no clutch, no gearshift, and no need to carry a heavy, complex transmission
- In addition to the standard "sport" and "eco" riding modes, the Zero Motorcycles app offers "custom" mode, which allows riders to define their own performance profile and display detailed energy consumption statistics
- Owners can now take full advantage of ongoing performance upgrades by updating the in-house software with the latest Zero Motorcycles mobile app
- With the optional Power Tank accessory, multiple configurations of the 102 V power pack allow customers to select the battery capacity best suited to their range needs: 7.2 kWh, 14.4 kWh or 18.0 kWh
- Lifetime cell technology offers exceptional battery longevity
- Pirelli Diablo Rosso II tires ensure maximum grip and improved road feel
- User-adjustable regenerative braking levels
- The 1.3 kW on-board charger can be plugged into any household socket and used in conjunction with the fast charger accessory or Charge Tank option to reduce charging time
- Optimized double-cradle chassis in aircraft-grade aluminum is lightweight and torsionally rigid for precise handling and exceptional durability
- Fully adjustable, specially-tuned Showa suspensions optimize comfort and precision
- Bosch ABS anti-lock braking system ensures optimum stopping distances in a wide range of conditions
- Aerodynamic fairing facilitates powertrain cooling
- High-contrast, backlit LCD display shows charge status, performance profile and other useful driving information
- Integrated, lockable, weatherproof storage compartments and tank box for convenient storage

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