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Zero FXS - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Zero FXS is an electric streetfighter designed for urban commuters and riders seeking lightweight, low-maintenance performance. Known for its nimble handling and compact 56-inch wheelbase, it delivers up to 113 miles of range on a single charge with modular battery options. Its 293-pound weight and accessible 32.9-inch seat height make it ideal for new riders and smaller-framed motorcyclists navigating city streets.
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) | 3.800 seconds |
| Top speed | 132.0 km/h (82.0 mph) |
| Torque | 95.00 Nm (9.7 kgf-m or 70.1 ft.lbs) |
| Power | 44.00 HP (32.1 kW) @ 3700 RPM |
| Engine details | Radial flux permanent magnet, brushless motor |
| Category | Super motard |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Zero FXS |
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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 | 140/70-17 |
| Front tyre | 110/70-17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 227 mm (8.9 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Showa 40 mm piston, piggy-back reservoir shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Front wheel travel | 218 mm (8.6 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Showa 41 mm inverted cartridge forks, with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping |
| Trail | 77 mm (3.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 24.4° |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,422 mm (56.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 836 mm (32.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 133.0 kg (293.2 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Range up to 113 miles. 8 hour charging, 110 or 220 Volt. Lithium Ion battery. Modular power pack system. Variants called ZF3.3 and ZF6.5. |
| Factory warranty | 2 years |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Black |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
46 hp
Peak Power
3.6s
0-60 mph
82 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track45%
City90%
Cornering82%
Daily Riding70%
Touring25%
Passenger40%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Instant, clutchless torque delivery makes this bike easy for newer riders to operate but its brisk acceleration rewards a rider with some throttle discipline. |
| Purpose | Built as an electric supermoto for punchy urban acceleration, tight cornering, and short commutes rather than long-distance travel. |
| Rider Fit | The low 133 kg weight and supermoto ergonomics make it light and flickable, though the tall-ish 836 mm seat height demands decent inseam length. |
| Character | A quiet, torquey, gadget-like machine that feels more like a quick city dart than a traditional combustion motard, with silent instant thrust replacing engine drama. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suited to riders wanting long highway touring range, off-road capability, or the sound and feel of a traditional gasoline engine. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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