Zero S

For other uses, see 0S.

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

Zero S (ZF 7.2)

2014 model
Manufacturer	Zero Motorcycles
Production	2009–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 height	31.8 in (810 mm)
Weight	313 lb (142 kg) (dry)

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 expected 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.