2014
Zero DS ZF 8.5 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 265791 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | Zero |
| Model | DS ZF 8.5 |
| Price | US$ 12995. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Year | 2014 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 313 mm (12.3 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | 43 mm inverted, aluminum slider forks with adjustable compression and rebound damping |
| Fronttyre | 100/90-19 |
| Rake | 26.5° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Single-piston caliper. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Piggy-back reservoir shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Reartyre | 130/80-17 |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
Engine & Transmission
| Clutch | Clutchless direct drive |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Driveline | 132T / 28T, Poly Chain® GT® Carbon™ belt |
| Enginedetails | Electric |
| Enginetype | Radial flux permanent magnet, brushless motor |
| Power | 54.00 HP (39.4 kW)) @ 4300 RPM |
| Topspeed | 158.0 km/h (98.2 mph) |
| Torque | 92.00 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
| Zerotoonehundred | 5.200 seconds |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | White, Orange |
|---|---|
| Comments | Range up to 137 miles. 6 hour charging, 110 or 220 Volt. Lithium Ion 8.5 kWh battery. |
| Factorywarranty | 2 years |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Seatheight | 843 mm (33.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 169.0 kg (372.6 pounds) |
About Zero
Country of Origin:
United States
Founder:
Neal Saiki
Best Known For:
Electric motorcycles spanning commuters to dual-sport
Company History
Zero evolved from garage prototypes to a mature EV lineup with refined batteries, controllers, and thermal management. The riding experience—instant torque, low maintenance, silent pace—won commuters and back-road fans. Over time, chassis, brakes, and electronics reached big-brand polish, while dealer/service networks expanded. Zero’s impact is normalization: electric motorcycles as reliable, everyday tools with real performance and predictable ownership.