Zero DS: Full Spec Sheet
- Buck City Biker
- Feb 19
- 3 min read
The Zero DS is a lightweight electric dual-sport motorcycle developed by Zero Motorcycles in California.
Built around Zero's Z-Force powertrain and a purpose-built dual-sport chassis, the DS combines long-travel Showa suspension, generous ground clearance and practical adventure features with the accessibility of an A1-compatible electric motorcycle.
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Overview
Specification | Details |
Bike Category | Electric Dual Sport |
Country of Origin | United States |
Model Year | 2025 |
Licence Category | L3e-A1 / ( B - market dependent) |
Availability | Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand, Latin America, Asia-Pacific (market dependent) |
Powertrain
Specification | Details |
Motor Type | Z-Force® 75-7 enhanced thermal efficiency, passively air-cooled interior permanent magnet AC motor |
Peak Power | 45 kW (60 hp) @ 3,650 rpm |
Continuous / Rated Power | 11 kW (15 hp) @ 3,800 rpm |
Peak Torque | 132 Nm (97.36 ft-lbs) |
Controller | 600 A, 3-phase AC controller with regenerative deceleration |
Final Drive | Gates Carbon Drive Moto X9™ belt (90T / 20T) |
Transmission | Clutchless direct drive |
Performance
Specification | Details |
Top Speed | 139 km/h (86 mph) |
Sustained Top Speed | 105 km/h (65 mph) |
Range |
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Ride Modes | Rain, Eco, Standard, Sport, Canyon & Custom |
Battery and Charging
Specification | Details |
Battery Type | Z-Force® Li-Ion intelligent integrated |
Battery Capacity | 15.6 kWh maximum / 13.6 kWh nominal |
Onboard Charger | 3.3 kW integrated |
Charging |
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Charge Tank Compatible | No |
Power Tank Compatible | Yes |
Battery Warranty | 5 years / unlimited mileage |
Chassis and Suspension
Specification | Details |
Frame | Steel trellis |
Swingarm | Coaxial power-pivot swingarm |
Front Suspension | Showa 47 mm Separate Function Cartridge forks, adjustable preload, compression & rebound |
Rear Suspension | Showa piggyback reservoir shock, adjustable preload, compression & rebound |
Front Suspension Travel | 190 mm (7.48 inches) |
Rear Suspension Travel | 190 mm (7.48 inches) |
Front Wheel | 19-inch |
Rear Wheel | 17-inch |
Front Tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 120/70-19 |
Rear Tyre | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II 170/60-17 |
Brakes
Specification | Details |
Front Brake | Dual J.Juan hydraulic discs |
Rear Brake | Single J.Juan hydraulic disc |
Front Disc | 320 mm (15.6 inches) |
Rear Disc | 265 mm (10.4 inches) |
Front Callipers | Dual J.Juan radial four-piston |
Rear Calliper | J.Juan twin-piston floating |
ABS | Bosch Base MSC with Combined Braking (eCBS) and Off-Road mode |
Regenerative Braking | Adjustable |
Electronics and Rider Features
Specification | Details |
Display | Full-colour TFT display |
Lighting | Full LED |
Smartphone Connectivity | Zero NextGen app |
Bluetooth | Yes |
Navigation | App-based |
Ride Modes | Rain, Eco, Standard, Sport, Canyon & Custom |
Cruise Control | Yes |
Traction Control | Bosch MSC |
Cornering ABS | Bosch MSC |
Drag Torque Control | Yes |
OTA Updates | Cypher operating system |
Design and Construction
Specification | Details |
Motorcycle Type | Electric dual-sport motorcycle |
Length | 2,200 mm (86.6 inches) |
Width | 930 mm (36.6 inches) |
Height | 1,450 mm (57 inches) |
Wheelbase | 1,525 mm (60 inches) |
Ground Clearance | 246 mm (9.68 inches) |
Seat Height |
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Rake | 25° |
Trail | 109 mm (4.29 inches) |
Kerb Weight | 239 kg (527 lbs) |
Carrying Capacity | 260 kg (573 lbs) |
Storage | 28-litre integrated storage ("frunk" and additional compartments) |
The BCB Take
The 2025 DS isn't just a taller Zero S. Zero has given it its own chassis setup, 19-inch front wheel and adventure-focused geometry, creating a bike that's equally at home on back roads, gravel tracks and the daily commute.
What really stands out is how approachable it is. Despite producing 45 kW and 132 Nm, the DS is configured for A1 licence holders in many markets, opening the door to a level of electric dual-sport performance that's been largely out of reach until now. With practical storage, long-travel suspension and Zero's proven belt-drive powertrain, it's one of the most versatile bikes in the company's line-up.
Ride safe, folks.
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