Zero’s New Special Forces Motorcycle

Zero motorcycles has created a new motorcycle for military use. It’s specifically designed for US Special Operations Forces who can make use of a silent running vehicle that can handle rough terrain. The bike is based off the Zero MX … Continued

Real Rides: Terry’s Zero S

Can electric motorcycles really serve as practical transportation, even on cross-country trips? Terry Hershner thinks so. He’s put over 20,000 miles on his Zero S, including riding it from Florida to California and back.

RideApart 24: why lane splitting is awesome

Our show is part of the DRIVE channel, a mainstream lifestyle outlet targeting young people that are into cars. Having a bike show on a car channel gives us a unique opportunity to sell motorcycling to non-riders. I think we’ve … Continued

RideApart 4: a shocking truth

With 9kWh in its battery pack, nearly twice the capacity of the Toyota Prius, the 2012 Zero DS is the fastest, longest-range electric motorcycle to ever enter production. 84mph top speed, 112-mile range. Is that enough to make it practical, … Continued

Life Electric: is it possible?

My time with the 2012 Zero DS is up. The nice man from Zero came and picked it up this morning. For three whole weeks, the fastest, longest-range electric motorcycle ever was my only transportation. I didn’t drive any cars, … Continued