Zero Motorcycles Sr vs Yamaha Fz25
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Zero Motorcycles Sr vs Yamaha Fz25. Zero Motorcycles Sr: 70 hp @ 3,000 rpm (Note: peak power varies slightly by model year; this reflects the 2019–2022 ZF14.4 variant) hp, 188 kg (curb weight, Note: varies slightly by model year and battery configuration) weight, top speed 164 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Yamaha Fz25: 20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 153 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 130 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Zero Motorcycles Sr
Yamaha Fz25
Horsepower (hp)
70 hp
20.9 hp
Torque (Nm)
158 Nm
20.1 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
164 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
188 kg
153 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
70 hp @ 3,000 rpm (Note: peak power varies slightly by model year; this reflects the 2019–2022 ZF14.4 variant)
20.9 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
158 Nm @ 0 rpm (instant torque from standstill)
20.1 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
164 km/h
130 km/h
Weight
188 kg (curb weight, Note: varies slightly by model year and battery configuration)
153 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
~1.6–2.0 kWh/100km (equivalent; no fuel consumption — electric only)
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Zero Motorcycles Sr
7.5/10
"A genuinely impressive urban weapon if battery health checks out."
Pros
+Savage instant torque delivery
+Extremely low running costs
+Bulletproof electric motor
Cons
−Battery health varies wildly
−Range limits longer rides
−Slow charging without upgrades
Yamaha Fz25
7.5/10
"A genuinely solid commuter that rewards patient, informed buyers."
Pros
+Reliable fuel-injected engine
+Strong resale value retention
+Low running costs
Cons
−Vibes above 7,000rpm
−Rear suspension often neglected
−Highway cruising feels strained
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