Naked Motorcycles
2017Zero SR
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The 2017 Zero SR is a high-performance version of Zero's electric naked bike. Its motor delivers 144 Nm through a gearless belt drive, with a top speed of 164 km/h. A 12.5 kWh lithium-ion battery gives up to 137 miles of range, and ABS is standard.
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- 188.0 kg
- Seat height
- 808 mm
- Power
- 29.5 HP (22.0 kW) @ 4300 RPM
What’s new for the 2017 Zero SR
vs the 2016| Spec | 2016 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 67.0 HP (48.9 kW) @ 4000 RPM | 29.5 HP (22.0 kW) @ 4300 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for punchy, silent urban and back-road riding where instant torque and light weight make for playful, quick acceleration off the line.
- Built for
- A quiet, torquey electric sportbike that trades a traditional engine note and long range for instant, linear acceleration and low maintenance.
- Not ideal for
- Not ideal for riders planning long highway touring days or off-road adventures, given the limited range and street-focused chassis.
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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- Power
- 29.5 HP (22.0 kW) @ 4300 RPM
- Torque
- 144.0 Nm (14.7 kgf-m)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1569 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Air
- Starting
- Electric
- Rated Power (continuous)
- 22.0 kW (29.5 hp)
- Peak Power
- 52.0 kW (69.7 hp)
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Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Clutchless direct drive
Performance
- Top speed
- 164.0 km/h (101.9 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm
- Seat height
- 808 mm
- Dry weight
- 188.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 222.0 kg
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
- Rake (fork angle)
- 24.0°
- Trail
- 80 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Floating discs. Two-piston calipers.
- Front brakes diameter
- 313 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 110/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-17
Other
- Color options
- Red, black, yellow
- Warranty
- 24
- Comments
- Range up to 137 miles. 7.9 hour charging. Lithium Ion 12.5 kWh battery. Various battery options called ZF13.0 and ZF13.0 + Power Tank.
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 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 188 kg | 188 kg | — | 208 kg | 222 kg |
| Seat height | 808 mm | 808 mm | 807 mm | 807 mm | 807 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 SR have?
The 2017 Zero SR has a Power of 29.5 HP (22.0 kW) @ 4300 RPM.
What is the torque of the Zero SR?
The 2017 Zero SR has a Torque of 144.0 Nm (14.7 kgf-m or 106.2 ft.lbs).
How much does the Zero SR weigh?
The 2017 Zero SR has a Dry weight of 188.0 kg (414.5 pounds).
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