What category is the 2016 Zero DS?

General information
Year	2016

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Driveline	132T / 28T, Poly Chain® GT® Carbon™ belt
Clutch	Clutchless direct drive
Transmission type,final drive	Belt
Gearbox	Automatic
Cooling system	Air
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)	5.700 seconds
Top speed	129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
Torque	92.00 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs)
Power	54.00 HP (39.4 kW)
Engine details	Radial flux permanent magnet, brushless motor
Engine type	Electric

Category	Super motard
Model	Zero DS

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Rear brakes diameter	240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear brakes	Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
Front brakes diameter	320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.
Rear tyre	130/80-17
Front tyre	100/90-19
Rear Suspension	179 mm (7.0 inches)
Rear Suspension	Showa 40 mm piston, piggy-back reservoir shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Front Suspension	178 mm (7.0 inches)
Front Suspension	Showa 41 mm inverted cartridge forks, with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
Trail	117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	26.6°
Physical measures and capacities
Wheelbase	1,427 mm (56.2 inches)
Seat height	843 mm (33.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	187.0 kg (412.3 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Comments	Range up to 185 miles. 8 hour charging, 110 or 220 Volt. Lithium Ion 12.5 kWh battery.
Color options	Red, black, yellow
Factory warranty	2 years
Starter	Electric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

46 hp

Peak Power

6.5s

0-60 mph

80.2 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track25%

City85%

Cornering68%

Daily Riding75%

Touring20%

Passenger40%

Rider Profile

Best For	Suitable for newer and experienced riders alike thanks to instant, smooth electric torque and clutchless operation that removes gear-shifting complexity.
Purpose	Best suited as a lightweight, low-maintenance urban commuter and light dual-sport for short mixed-surface adventures rather than long-distance or high-speed touring.
Rider Fit	The low 144 kg weight and 843 mm seat height make it manageable for shorter or less physically strong riders, though the seat height is still tall enough to require reasonable inseam length.
Character	A quiet, torquey, low-drama machine that rewards relaxed throttle-twist riding and easy stop-and-go maneuvering over aggressive performance riding.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for riders wanting long highway touring range, high top speed thrills, or serious off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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2016 Zero DS Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 843mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2016 Zero DS, with a relaxed knee angle of around 130 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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