Cruisers
2023Zero Engineering Type 5
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Zero Engineering’s 2023 Type 5 is a Japanese rigid custom, not a 125 scrambler. An air-cooled 45° V-twin — 1570 cc in the US spec, 1570 cc in EU/Japan — runs a carburettor (EFI in Japan), 5-speed RevTech-style box and chain. The gooseneck rigid frame uses Zero’s own springer fork, 5.00-16 tyres, hydraulic discs and a 660 mm solo seat. Wet weight is about 250 kg, tank 8.4 litres. Hand-built in small numbers.
- Capacity
- 1570.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 250.0 kg
- Seat height
- 660 mm
- Power
- Not on record
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What’s new for the 2023 Zero Engineering Type 5
vs the 2022| Spec | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Zero Engineering Springer | Springer fork (Zero's own) |
| Wheelbase | 1600 mm (63.0 inches) | not listed |
| Compression | 12.5:1 | not listed |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- This is a lightweight, low-powered commuter-scrambler intended for short urban trips and light leisure riding rather than performance or serious off-road use.
- Built for
- It has a friendly, approachable, low-stress character with modest power delivery, forgiving handling, and simple non-adjustable suspension suited to relaxed riding.
- Not ideal for
- It is not for riders seeking high-speed touring, aggressive cornering performance, serious off-road capability, or comfortable two-up long-distance travel.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
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Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate
Dimensions & weight
- Seat height
- 660 mm
- Wet weight
- 250.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.40 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Gooseneck rigid
- Front suspension
- Springer fork (Zero's own)
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic
- Front tyre
- 5.00-16
- Front Wheel
- 16.0 in
- Rear tyre
- 5.00-16
- Rear Wheel
- 16.0 in
Other
- Comments
- Japanese rigid custom, hand-built in small numbers. 45-degree air-cooled V-twin: 1,570cc US spec / 1,337cc EU-Japan spec (EFI in Japan). Not related to Zero Motorcycles (electric).
- Comments
- Chinese bike. Sold in the UK.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2015 | 2017 | 2020 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1337 cc | 1337 cc | 1337 cc | 1570 cc | 1570 cc | 1337 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | 230 kg | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 660 mm | 660 mm | 660 mm | 660 mm | 660 mm | 660 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 7 L | 7 L | 8 L | 8.4 L | 8.4 L | 7 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Zero Engineering Type 5?
The 2023 Zero Engineering Type 5 has a Capacity of 1570.0 ccm (95.81 cubic inches).
How many gears does the Zero Engineering Type 5 have?
The 2023 Zero Engineering Type 5 has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Zero Engineering Type 5 weigh?
The 2023 Zero Engineering Type 5 has a Wet weight of 250.0 kg (551.2 pounds).
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