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2011Hesketh Zero MX

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The 2011 Hesketh Zero MX is an electric motocross bike designed for environmentally conscious off-road riders seeking quiet, emission-free performance. Powered by a brushless permanent magnet motor delivering 67.7 Nm of torque, it offers instant throttle response ideal for technical terrain. Best known for pioneering electric motocross technology, this single-speed machine suits riders prioritizing sustainability over traditional gasoline performance.

Capacity
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Engine
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Gearbox
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Dry weight
70.8 kg
Seat height
914 mm
Power
23.0 HP (16.9 kW)
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Other years 2010 2011

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 35Agility 90Comfort 40Off-road 88Touring 10Road manners 20
Off-road & trail88%
Cornering80%
City riding15%
Daily riding15%
Touring8%
Two-up5%
Track45%
Best for
Built purely for motocross tracks and off-road trails, not for street or highway use.
Built for
A quiet, torquey, instant-response electric dirt bike that rewards aggressive, precise riding with minimal mechanical fuss like clutches or gear shifting.
Not ideal for
Not for riders wanting sustained high speed, long-distance touring, passenger carrying, or everyday road commuting.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 914mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will not reach the ground comfortably on the 2011 Hesketh Zero MX, with a cramped knee angle of around 80 degrees and an upright riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Power
23.0 HP (16.9 kW)
Torque
67.7 Nm (6.9 kgf-m)
Power/weight ratio
0.3249 HP/kg (dry)
Cooling system
Air
Starting
Electric
Motor Type
Brushed permanent magnet electric motor
Capacity:
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Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
No clutch.
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1372 mm
Seat height
914 mm
Dry weight
70.8 kg
Ground clearance
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Chassis & suspension
Front suspension
8 inch fork
Front wheel travel
203 mm
Rear wheel travel
229 mm
Rake (fork angle)
24.0°
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated
Rear brakes
Single disc. 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated
Other
Color options
Black/white

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20102011
Dry weight 71 kg 71 kg
Seat height 914 mm 914 mm

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What engine power does the Hesketh Zero MX have?

The 2011 Hesketh Zero MX has a Power of 23.0 HP (16.9 kW).

What is the torque of the Hesketh Zero MX?

The 2011 Hesketh Zero MX has a Torque of 67.7 Nm (6.9 kgf-m or 49.9 ft.lbs).

How much does the Hesketh Zero MX weigh?

The 2011 Hesketh Zero MX has a Dry weight of 70.8 kg (156.1 pounds).

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