Think electric bikes are just a fad? Think again, as Zero launches their new competition off-roader
Like 'em or not, battery-powered bikes are here to stay
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ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE specialists Zero have unveiled the new beefed-up motocross version of their battery-powered bike, in the shape of the Zero MX.
Zero claim the MX uses a newly developed suspension system to absorb aggressive terrain, combined with astate-of-the-art ultra-light frame design. A custom suspension system makes the Zero MX highly responsive, while maintaining an industry leading power-to-weight ratio, say Zero.
Power System
Type Patent-pending lithium ion array
Capacity 2 kWh (58volts @ 35Ah)
Range Up to 2 hours or 40 miles (64 km)*
Recharge time Less than 2 hours
Input Standard 110V or 220V
Drive Train
Transmission Clutchless one speed
Drive system 13T / 71T, 420 Chain
Chassis / Suspension / Brakes
Front Suspension Travel 7 - 8 inches (178 - 203 mm)
Rear Suspension Travel 9 inches (229 mm)
Front Brakes 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated
Rear Brakes 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated
Front Tire 19 x 3.0 inches
Rear Tire 17 x 3.5 inches
Dimensions
Wheel base 54 inches (137 cm)
Seat height 36 inches (91 cm)
Head angle 24 degrees from vertical with 8 inch (20 cm) fork
Weight
Frame 18 pounds (8 kg)
Total weight without Power Pack 111 pounds (50.34 kg)
Power Pack 45 pounds (20.5 kg)
Total weight 156 pounds (70.75 kg)
