2021
Zero DSR BF - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 604783 |
|---|---|
| Category | Super motard |
| Make | Zero |
| Model | DSR BF |
| Price | US$ 18995. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Year | 2021 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers. |
|---|---|
| Frontsuspension | Showa 41 mm inverted cartridge forks, with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Fronttyre | 100/90-19 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Rake | 26.6° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. |
| Rearsuspension | Showa 40 mm piston, piggy-back reservoir shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Reartyre | 130/80-17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 179 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Trail | 117 mm (4.6 inches) |
| Wheels | Pirelli MT-60 tires |
Engine & Transmission
| Clutch | Clutchless direct drive |
|---|---|
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Driveline | 132T / 28T, Poly Chain® GT® Carbon™ belt |
| Emissiondetails | No direct emissions |
| Enginedetails | Electric |
| Enginetype | Z-Force® 75-7R passively air-cooled, high efficiency, radial flux, interior permanent hi-temp magnet, brushless motor |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Power | 70.0 HP (51.1 kW)) @ 3500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 164.2 km/h (102.0 mph) |
| Torque | 157.3 Nm (16.0 kgf-m or 116.0 ft.lbs) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt |
Other Specifications
| Carryingcapacity | Saddle bags, top box |
|---|---|
| Coloroptions | Black |
| Comments | Range up to 157 miles. 9.8 hour charging, 110 or 220 Volt. Lithium Ion 14.4 kWh battery. Various battery options called ZF14.4 and ZF14.4.+ Power Tank. Windscreen. |
| Factorywarranty | 2 years unlimited milage |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Seatheight | 843 mm (33.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 222.0 kg (489.4 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.