Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218 — which has more power?

Zero Fxs produces 46 hp (34 kW) — note: varies slightly by model year; Lightning Ls-218 produces 200 hp (peak, electric motor; no traditional rpm rating — full power delivered across a broad range). Lightning Ls-218 wins by 154 hp.

Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218 — which is faster?

Top speed: Zero Fxs 137 km/h, Lightning Ls-218 351 km/h. Lightning Ls-218 is the faster of the two.

Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218 — which is lighter?

Weight: Zero Fxs 132 kg (curb weight — note: varies slightly by battery configuration and model year), Lightning Ls-218 227 kg (curb weight, estimated — note: exact published weight varies by source and battery configuration). Zero Fxs is lighter by 95 kg.

Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218 — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Zero Fxs 7.5/10 and Lightning Ls-218 7.2/10. Zero Fxs scores higher on the overall verdict. Zero Fxs caveat: You regularly ride beyond 60 miles daily. Lightning Ls-218 caveat: You need reliable daily transportation or dealer support.

Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218 — which is better for beginners?

Zero Fxs is the friendlier choice for a first bike — 46 hp is manageable. The Lightning Ls-218 is better held for a second bike.

Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218 — which should I commute on daily?

Zero Fxs — Urban commuters wanting fun, low-maintenance daily transport.

Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218

Q: Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218 — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Zero Fxs Equivalent to approximately 1.5–2.0 kWh/100km (no fuel; electric only), Lightning Ls-218 Equivalent to approximately 1.5–2.5 kWh/km (range ~160–240 km per charge depending on riding conditions; no liquid fuel consumed). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Zero Fxs vs Lightning Ls-218. Zero Fxs: 46 hp (34 kW) — note: varies slightly by model year hp, 132 kg (curb weight — note: varies slightly by battery configuration and model year) weight, top speed 137 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Lightning Ls-218: 200 hp (peak, electric motor; no traditional rpm rating — full power delivered across a broad range) hp, 227 kg (curb weight, estimated — note: exact published weight varies by source and battery configuration) weight, top speed 351 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.2/10.

Zero Fxs

Lightning Ls-218

Performance at a Glance

Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value

Zero Fxs Lightning Ls-218

Horsepower (hp)

46 hp

200 hp

Torque (Nm)

106 Nm

228 Nm

Top Speed (km/h)

137 km/h

351 km/h

Weight (kg) — lower is better

132 kg

227 kg

Type

Electric

Horsepower

46 hp (34 kW) — note: varies slightly by model year

200 hp (peak, electric motor; no traditional rpm rating — full power delivered across a broad range)

Torque

106 Nm @ 0 rpm (instant torque from standstill)

228 Nm (instant torque from 0 rpm, peak figure)

Top Speed

137 km/h

351 km/h

Weight

132 kg (curb weight — note: varies slightly by battery configuration and model year)

227 kg (curb weight, estimated — note: exact published weight varies by source and battery configuration)

Fuel

Equivalent to approximately 1.5–2.0 kWh/100km (no fuel; electric only)

Equivalent to approximately 1.5–2.5 kWh/km (range ~160–240 km per charge depending on riding conditions; no liquid fuel consumed)

Fairing

Yes

Individual Reviews

Zero Fxs

7.5/10

"Urban riding reimagined, but range limitations demand honest self-assessment first."

Pros

+Savage, instant city torque

+Near-zero running costs

+Featherlight and supremely flickable

Cons

−Range is genuinely limiting

−Battery degradation risk used

−Sparse dealer/service network

Full Zero Fxs review →

Lightning Ls-218

7.2/10

"Extraordinary machine, terrifying ownership proposition — buy only with eyes open."

Pros

+Genuinely record-breaking performance

+Serious chassis and engineering

+Visceral, addictive torque delivery

Cons

−Company support effectively dead

−Proprietary parts near-impossible

−Battery replacement eye-wateringly expensive

Full Lightning Ls-218 review →

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