Hesketh Zero X - 2010 Specifications and Reviews
The 2010 Hesketh Zero X is an electric all-rounder designed for environmentally conscious riders seeking practical urban mobility. Its lightweight 68.5 kg frame and responsive 67.7 Nm torque delivery provide agile handling, while hydraulic disc brakes ensure confident stopping power. Best known for pioneering British electric motorcycle design, it suits commuters and casual riders prioritizing sustainability and low running costs.
2010
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Torque | 67.70 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 49.9 ft.lbs) |
| Power | 23.00 |
| Engine type | Electric |
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| Category | Allround |
| Year | 2010 |
| Model | Hesketh Zero X |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated |
| Front brakes | Single disc. 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.0° |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,372 mm (54.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 914 mm (36.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3358 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 68.5 kg (151.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
23 hp
Peak Power
Best For
Track20%
City35%
Cornering75%
Daily Riding20%
Touring10%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This lightweight electric off-road machine suits riders with at least some dirt-bike experience, as its featherweight chassis and instant torque reward confident, active riding rather than passive cruising. |
| Purpose | Built as a nimble electric trail and playbike, it's meant for short off-road excursions, technical trail riding, and low-noise fun rather than long-distance travel or outright speed. |
| Rider Fit | At just 68.5 kg dry, it's extremely easy to muscle around, pick up, and manhandle over obstacles, making it accessible to smaller or less physically strong riders. |
| Character | It has a quiet, instant-torque electric character that feels playful and responsive at low speed, favoring agility and immediacy over top-end power or long-range endurance. |
| Not Ideal For | It's not for riders wanting high top speed, extended touring range, passenger carrying, or a plush, stable highway ride. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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