Zero Motorcycles

Zero adds two new 2016 models; lowers some pricing
Santa Cruz, California based manufacturer Zero Motorcycles ("the global leader in the electric motorcycle industry") has unveiled a 2016 line-up that features two new models and "an innovative new motor design, faster charging and advanced lithium-ion cell chemistry powering the highest battery capacity and efficiency to date."
Zero has also announced reduced pricing on two base models - the Zero S ZF9.8 streetfighter and Zero DS ZF9.8 dual sport.

Zero FXS

Zero DSR

“2016 marks our tenth year of pioneering electric motorcycles,” said Zero Motorcycles CEO Richard Walker. “In an industry where sales are pretty flat and breakthrough innovations hard to find, we continue to experience rapid growth by investing in technology that delivers excitement and a ride experience unmatched by anything.”
The 2016 announcement means Zero is now offering six models. The supermoto-inspired Zero FXS "promises to turn mundane city streets into an urban playground." It features 70 ft-lb of torque, weighs less than 300 pounds and boasts components specifically tailored to provide "exceptional control and responsiveness". 

The Zero DSR is a versatile dual-sport model with 106 ft-lb of torque that is "quick on the pavement and demonstrates greater prowess on dirt roads and trails."
“The 2016 line is the culmination of a decade of experience and leverages what we do best: create electric powertrains that deliver a thrilling ride,” said Abe Askenazi, Zero Motorcycles Chief Technology Officer.

Their new Z-Force IPM (interior permanent magnet) motor is said to produce power more efficiently, cool more rapidly and has "higher thermal capability, which translates into significantly improved performance during hard riding and allows higher sustained top speeds.
Power is delivered by Z-Force power packs with optimized lithium-ion cell technology. Zero say their system boasts the highest energy density in the electric vehicle industry. Gains in capacity and efficiency have pushed the range up to 197 miles in the city and 98 miles on the highway (at 70 mph) with the optional Power Tank accessory.
Zero Motorcycles say they deliver "the speed and convenience of Level 2 charging. With the new Charge Tank accessory, riders will be able to take advantage of the rapidly expanding network of public charging stations and charge three times faster. The Charge Tank works on the popular J1772 standard and effectively recharges a Zero in two to three hours."
The new models are slated to arrive at authorized Zero Motorcycles dealers in November 2015. The Charge Tank accessory is scheduled for delivery in spring 2016. 

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