Dual-Sport Motorcycles
2018Zero DS
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The 2018 Zero DS is an electric dual-sport bike suited to commuting and light trails. Its electric motor makes 54 hp and 92 Nm through a belt drive, for a top speed of about 129 km/h. ABS, an 843 mm seat and 187 kg wet weight make it a quiet, easy ride.
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- 187.0 kg
- Seat height
- 843 mm
- Power
- 54.0 HP (39.4 kW) @ 5300 RPM
What’s new for the 2018 Zero DS
vs the 2017| Spec | 2017 | 2018 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 46.0 HP (34.3 kW) @ 5300 RPM | 54.0 HP (39.4 kW) @ 5300 RPM |
| Wet weight | 144.0 kg (317.5 pounds) | 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- 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.
- Built for
- 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.
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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Engine
- Power
- 54.0 HP (39.4 kW) @ 5300 RPM
- Torque
- 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2888 HP/kg (wet)
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric
- Battery Capacity
- 12.5 kWh
- Motor Type
- Radial flux permanent magnet, brushless motor
- Range
- 298 km (185 miles)
- Charge Time
- 8.0 hours
- Capacity:
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Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Clutchless direct drive
Performance
- Top speed
- 129.0 km/h (80.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Showa 41 mm inverted cartridge forks, with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
- Rear suspension
- Showa 40 mm piston, piggy-back reservoir shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping
- Front wheel travel
- 178 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 179 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.6°
- Trail
- 117 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 100/90-19
- Rear tyre
- 130/80-17
Other
- Color options
- Red, black, yellow
- Warranty
- 24
- Comments
- Range up to 185 miles. 8 hour charging, 110 or 220 Volt. Lithium Ion 12.5 kWh battery.
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 | 2018 | 2020 | 2022 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 843 mm | 843 mm | 843 mm | 843 mm | 843 mm | 843 mm |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What engine power does the Zero DS have?
The 2018 Zero DS has a Power of 54.0 HP (39.4 kW) @ 5300 RPM.
What is the torque of the Zero DS?
The 2018 Zero DS has a Torque of 92.0 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs).
How much does the Zero DS weigh?
The 2018 Zero DS has a Wet weight of 187.0 kg (412.3 pounds).
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