The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike delivers silent stump-pulling torque, churning to an outrageous 78 ft-lb-more than any fuel-burning production motorcycle. The ride has to twist the throttle with stealth force, hurling the rider forward and leaving the gas motorcycle effortlessly behind. There is no need for shifting gears, annoying vibration, and dusty fumes. It is an industry-leading Z-Force powertrain that effortlessly drives the rider’s adventure as a motorcycle seems to disappear beneath him silently. Following is the full review of Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike with its price and specification.
Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike – Features and Price
Always Dialed
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike is always ready to deliver excellent performance. The rider has to Change performance profiles at the press of a button to master any terrain. The Zero 2021 DS is pre-programmed with Eco or Sport modes, and performance can be fully customized using the Zero Motorcycles app, where one can see detailed ride stats.
Torque Beast
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike delivers silent stump-pulling torque that provides 116 ft-lb, more than any fuel-burning production bike. The rider just has to curl the throttle, and with the stealth force hurling the rider forward, he will quickly leave gas motorcycles behind. There is no need for gear shifting, annoying vibration, and fumes. The industry-leading Z-Force powertrain effortlessly drives the adventure as his bike seems to disappear beneath the rider silently.
Effortless Adventure
Those riders who are always ready to conquer new terrains and spend most of their time on bikes must take the new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike and enjoy its excellent ride. It is the most capable adventure-ready electric bike on the planet that explores new roads without noise.
Charge up to 6 Time Faster
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike charges six times faster than many electric motorcycles out there. The owner has to grab a lunch and coffee and let it recharge—every one hour of charging ads 94 miles of range when plugged in. The Charge Tank option is exceptionally compatible with Level 2 charge stations, and it delivers roughly six times quicker charging than a standard wall outlet. Depending on the battery, usually, a typical recharge can now take as little as an hour.
Charge with Standard Household Outlet
There is no need for any unique outlet or equipment to charge 2021 Zero DS. Standard household outlets can be used as a fueling station for a fraction of the cost of gasoline. The owner can plug in at night and start the day with a full tank.
Long Range Battery Tech
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike carries the highest power and energy density battery in the EV industry. Thanks to more than thirteen years of rigorous off-road experience, the Z-Force battery confidently delivers the rider to his destination.
Pull the Plug on Maintenance
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike does not need any regular maintenance. The rider need not to worry about replacing clogged filters or dirty oil. The new Z-Force powertrain eliminates the fossil burner mess, clutches, spark plugs, and filters for a motor with a single moving part. The new Zero DS’s ripping acceleration is provided through a carbon fiber belt that directly attaches the motor to the rear wheel. Regular Chain maintenance is a thing of the past.
Swappable Battery Capability
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike comes with the highest power and energy-dense Z-Force battery in the entire EV industry. The Zero DS comes with a ZF7.2 battery, and the rider can add a Power Tank accessory to enlarge battery capacity by 3.6 kWh. The battery is designed to last and is backed by a five-year, unlimited mileage warranty. The Zero DS contains Long Term Storage Mode to optimize the battery’s state of charge and further improve long-term battery health.
Motor
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike comes with an impressive Z-Force motor that yields smooth power and up to 116 ft-lb with a design so efficiently that it only needs passive air-cooling. The rider just has to roll on the throttle for massive acceleration, while rolling off the throttle results in progressive channeling energy back into the battery. It is the industry’s most efficient, robust, and compact brushless motor that does not need a heavy and complicated liquid cooling system.
Chassis and Suspension
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike features a unique suspension system that comprises custom-tuned Zero by Shows suspension offering 7 inches of plush travel that enables the rider to tackle virtually any terrain thrown his way. The entire suspension system can be easily and fully adjusted to glide over the city street or rip down any road.
Dash
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike provides the spec he needs, i.e., speed, state of charge, selected riding profile, power output, and projected recharge time in a tremendous blue LCD. The rider can sync his smartphone to add a customizable secondary dash or view detailed ride stats.
Onboard Charger
The new Zero 2021 DS can be easily charged with the help of a standard household outlet and does not need any special equipment. The standard 1.3 kW onboard charger plugs into any household outlet. It can be operated with the off-board Quick Charger accessory and the Charge Tank option to accelerate charge times.
Tank
The standard Zero DS tank comes with spacious lockable storage that is perfect for stowing personal items like wallets, cell phones, gloves, and additional accessories like more batters and a quick charging unit.
Brakes
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike comes with Bosch anti-lock brake system (ABS) that offers confident braking. It is tested for various stations, and it will never disappoint the rider on the fly. The system optimizes deceleration when someone hits the brakes hard. The braking is actuated via levers that can be adjusted for enhanced ergonomics. In addition, the ABS can be switched on or off by the rider.
Direct Drive
The Zero DS stripes away clutch, shifting, gears, chains, and all other weighty complexities. Seamlessly rocket to speeds over 95 mph with pure efficiency as energy quietly transforms into propulsion. The motorcycle is a direct drive, and Its state-of-the-art motor connects directly with the rear wheel using the carbon fiber belt.
Wheels and Tires
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike comes with awesome wheels and tires that perfectly support off-road riding. The new Pirelli MT-60 tires give superior traction, outstanding durability, and a road feel. The tires are attached with durable cast alloy wheels, and a hollow front axle shaves unsprung weight to improve handling.
Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike – Price
The new Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Motorcycle is available for $10,995 only.
Zero 2021 DS Electric Dual Sports Bike – Technical Specifications
Range
| City | 82miles (132km) |
| Highway, 55mph (89 km/h) | 49miles (79km) |
| Highway, 70mph (113km/h) | 39miles (63km) |
Motor
| Peak torque | 78 ft-lb (106 Nm) |
| Peak power | 46 hp (34 kW) @ 4,300 rpm |
| Top speed (max) | 98 mph (158 km/h) |
| Top speed (sustained) | 80 mph (129 km/h) |
| Type | Z-Force® 75-5 passively air-cooled, high efficiency, radial flux, permanent interior magnet, brushless motor |
| Controller | High efficiency, 550 amp, 3-phase brushless controller with regenerative deceleration |
Power system
| Powerpack | Z-Force® Li-Ion intelligent integrated |
| Max capacity | 7.2kWh |
| Nominal capacity | 6.3kWh |
| Charger type | 1.3kW, integrated |
| Charge time (standard) | 5.2 hours (100% charged) / 4.7 hours (95% charged) |
| With Charge Tank option | 1.5 hours (100% charged) / 1.0 hour (95% charged) |
| With one accessory charger | 3.1 hours (100% charged) / 2.6 hours (95% charged) |
| With max accessory chargers | 1.6 hours (100% charged) & 1.1 hours (95% charged) |
| Input | Standard 110 V or 220 V |
Drivetrain
| Transmission | Clutchless direct drive |
| Final drive | 90T / 18T, Poly Chain® HTD® Carbon™ belt |
Chassis / Suspension / Brakes
| Front suspension | Showa 41 mm inverted cartridge forks, with adjustable spring preload, compression, and rebound damping |
| Rear suspension | Showa 40 mm piston, piggy-back reservoir shock with adjustable spring preload, compression, and rebound damping |
| Front suspension travel | 7.00 in (178 mm) |
| Rear suspension travel | 7.03 in (179 mm) |
| Front brakes | Bosch Gen 9 ABS, J-Juan asymmetric dual-piston floating caliper, 320 x 5mm disc |
| Rear brakes | Bosch Gen 9 ABS, J-Juan single-piston floating caliper, 240 x 4.5mm disc |
| Front tire | All-new Pirelli MT-60 100/90-19 |
| Rear tire | All-new Pirelli MT-60 130/80-17 |
| Front-wheel | 2.50 x 19 |
| Rear-wheel | 3.50 x 17 |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | 56.2-inch (1,427mm) |
| Rake | 26.5-degree |
| Seat height | 33.2-inch (843mm) |
| Curb weight | 317 lb (144kg) |
| Trail | 4.6-inch (117mm) |
| Weight Carrying capacity | 417 lb (189 kg) |
Economy
| Equivalent fuel economy (city) | 435 MPGe (0.54 l/100 km) |
| Equivalent fuel economy (highway) | 207 MPGe (1.13 l/100 km) |
| The typical cost to recharge | $0.81 |
Pricing
| MSRP | $10,995 |
Warranty
| Standard motorcycle warranty | Two years |
| Powerpack warranty | Five years/unlimited miles |
