Zero X

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Zero X
ManufacturerZero Motorcycles
EngineElectric motor
Top speed60 mph (97 km/h)
Power17.4 kW (23.3 hp)
Torque67.7 N⋅m (49.9 lbf⋅ft)
Transmission1-speed
Wheelbase54 in (1,400 mm)
Seat height36 in (910 mm)
Weight68.5 kg (151 lb) with battery (dry)
Fuel capacity2 kWh (58 V @ 35 A·h)
Range80 km/h (50 mph)

The Zero X is an electric motorcycle manufactured by Zero Motorcycles.

Specifications[edit]

The wheels are driven by hardened steel 420 chain and direct drive gearing.

Braking is performed by six-piston calipers per axle, with a 9-inch (230 mm) front rotor.

It includes 17 by 2.5 in (432 by 64 mm) rear rim with 17 in × 3.5 in (432 mm × 89 mm) rear tire and 20 in × 3.0 in (508 mm × 76 mm) front tire.

Standard battery pack is made from lithium-ion, with rated range of up to two hours or 64 km (40 mi). Recharging is done using 120 V or 240 V with a charging time of two hours.

Other features include USB port that allow access to the bike's motor controls.[1]

Extreme Package includes Higher Power Perm Motor with 10% more power over stock and faster top end speeds, customized stronger fork.

2009[edit]

Changes include improved chassis, which features hydroformed top tub, larger swing arms, thru-axle rear hub, shot-peened and anodized frame, organic frame gusseting, new number plate. As a result, it was 6 pounds (2.7 kg) heavier (now 151 lb or 68 kg) than 2008 model.[2]

Prototype of 2009 model was unveiled in 2008 Alternative Energy and Transportation Expo in Santa Monica, California.

Sales[edit]

On 24 September 2008, Zero Motorcycles announced all 2008 models had been sold out.[3]

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