In this age of pollution, when environmental organizations are working hard to create awareness to protect the environment from hazardous gases, the automobile industry is shifting from gas to electric. The Zero Motorcycle comes first in mind when someone thinks about electric motorcycles. This year this e-bike manufacturer has launched the new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike for those riders who want to ride while preserving nature. This adventure bike features all those features which make an ordinary ride into an adventurous and fun trip. Its potent Z-Force powertrain ensures uninterrupted power supply, and the latest suspension system gives better damping force while the sports equipment tackles every obstacle that comes in the way. The review of the new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike with its price, pictures, and specifications are given below.
Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike – Features and Price
Motor
The new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike features the Z-Force 75-5 motor that delivers 78 lb-ft of torque. It makes this compact dual sport supremely powerful and unusual thing to ride on. This motor does not produce any noise so that the rider can enjoy the ride with uninterrupted rhythm. An all-new air-cooled Interior Permanent Magnet (IPM) engine gives an impressive performance and hard acceleration, which works in conjunction with the regenerative braking to channel energy back into the battery. There is no need for any expensive liquid cooling system and costly regular maintenance. This is one of the most efficiency and powerful motor of all times.
Performance
The new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike provides the best return on all kinds of roads. It does not matter if a rider is on a smooth way or loose gravel muddy roads, the motor the 2019 FX ensure to gives an ultimate performance and power like in 2018 Zero FX Electric Adventure Bike. Moreover, the rider can also change the performance profiles just by the press of a button to master the terrain. This Zero FX is pre-programmed with an Eco and Sport modes, and the performance can be fully customized by using an updates Zero Motorcycle app.
Charge
The new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike has an efficient charging system. A simple 110 V household outlet can quickly satisfy all the essential needs of Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike’s 650-watt onboard charger. Now every outlet of the home is the fuel station for this adventure bike. The rider can plug-in the motorcycle at night and can start his day with a full tank.
Moreover, an accessory Quick Charger helps in faster charging, and it reduces the charging time up to 60%. If the rider or owner is in a hurry and wants to charge the battery within a few seconds that there is an optional hot-swappable battery to cope up such a situation, the rider can insert the fully charged battery into the bike and can quickly recharge drained module can charge the battery by using off-board charging accessories.
Maintenance
This Zero Adventure bike was made to increase the adventure bike while reducing the maintenance cost and time. So, the new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike requires no oil change, spark plug problems, and any other regular maintenance. Its motor is sealed and uses the single moving part that efficiently transfers the power from the engine directly to the rear wheel. By the way, that only moving part is super-efficient carbon fiber belt-drive system. An advanced battery features life-of-motorcycle cell technology, which is covered by the five-year of unlimited mileage warranty.
Battery
An all-new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike uses two battery configurations. The ZF3.6 contains modular battery technology that allows the rider to add the second battery to double the riding range. Plus it also makes it possible to recharge by quickly swapping battery during the ride entirely. The ZF7.2 comes with fully integrated into the bike plus it is a more economical option for those riders who wants to maximize the range of Zero FX.
The Zero Motorcycle Z-Force battery is the most power and energy dense in the EV industry. The ZF7.2 gives the maximum battery capacity of 7.2 kWh that provide the riding range up of 91 miles. This battery is efficiently designed to last and backed by the warranty of five-year and unlimited mileage warranty. The new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike features Long Term Storage Mode that optimizes the battery’s state of charging plus it further improves long term battery health.
Chassis
The new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike features the durable aircraft-grade aluminum frame that has been refined for over ten years. The frame features the perfect strength-to-weight ratio is the perfect delivery mechanism for the Z-Force powertrain’s adrenaline pumping acceleration.
The new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike uses the distinctive face that features twin projector beam headlamps with fully integrated fly screen. The dashboard features the crisp blue LCD, and its dash provides all the information about specifications like speed, power output, state of charge, riding profile, and projected recharge time. The owner can also sync this beast with his smartphone to turn it into a customizable secondary dash.
The suspension system comprises up of fully custom-tuned by Showa for Zero Motorcycles, the Zero FX’s suspension is rugged enough to tackle jagged ruts and rock-strewn trails plus it comes with the front wheel travel of 8.6 inches and rear of 8.94 inches. The wheels consist up of large 21-inch of the front wheel that ensures the Zero FX hammers through gnarly bits. It is wrapped in high-performance Pirelli Scorpion MT-90 rubber, and the Zero FX adeptly traverses dirt, asphalt or rocks. The braking system comprises up of Bosch Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) that delivers confident braking. The brakes come with adjustable levers to achieve better ergonomics. The ABS can be easily switched on or off by the rider.
This electric bike features the direct drive system that connects the state-of-the-art motor directly to the rear wheel using the carbon fiber belt. It features the 650 W onboard charger that can easily be plugged into any household outlet. The charge times can be slashed by using an optional Quick Chargers.
Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike – Price
The new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike is available with a price of $8,495.
Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike – Technical Specifications
| Bikes / Specs | Zero FX ZF3.6 MODULAR | Zero FX ZF7.2 |
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Mileage
| City | 46 miles (74 km) | 91 miles (146 km) |
| Highway, 70 mph (113 km/h) | 19 miles (31 km) | 39 miles (63 km) |
| Combined | 27 miles (43 km) | 54 miles (87 km) |
Motor
| Peak torque | 78 ft-lb (106 Nm) | |
| Peak power | 27 hp (20 kW) @ 4,300 rpm | 46 hp (34 kW) @ 4,300 rpm |
| Top speed (max) | 85 mph (137 km/h) | |
| Max capacity | 3.6 kWh | 7.2 kWh |
Cost
| Typical cost to recharge | $0.40 | $0.81 |
| Charge time (standard) | 5.1 hours (100 % charged) / 4.6 hours (95% charged) | 9.7 hours (100 % charged) / 9.2 hours (95% charged) |
| With max accessory chargers | 1.6 hours (100% charged) / 1.1 hours (95% charged) | 1.8 hours (100% charged) / 1.3 hours (95% charged) |
Dimension
| Curb weight | 247 lb (112 kg) | 289 lb (131 kg) |
| Seat height | 34.7 inches (881 mm) | |
Warranty
| Power pack warranty | 5 years/unlimited miles |
Conclusion
This review article provides a full review of Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike, which is one of the best electric adventure bikes. It features the powerful Z-Force motor that ensures to deliver an uninterrupted power supply. An aluminum frame is not only light in weight but gives excellent handling experience. Those riders who prefer riding adventure bikes in an eco-friendly way should think about purchasing the new Zero 2019 FX Electric Adventure Bike.
