Is the Zero Ds a good motorcycle?

Smart urban buy if range limitations genuinely don't bother you. Rating: 7.5/10. Best for: Urban commuters wanting low-maintenance electric thrill. Avoid if: You regularly ride distances exceeding 80 miles.

Electric

Zero Ds

Name: Zero Ds
Brand: Zero
Rating: 7.5 (1 reviews)

Zero DS（Dual Sport）于2010年左右由零摩托车作为其早期电动摩托车系列的一部分推出，旨在弥合街道和轻型越野能力。多年来，随着电池容量、续航里程和电机技术的改进，它经历了长足的发展，与SR和DSR一起成为Zero的核心车型之一。值得注意的是，DS是最早向消费者提供的实用电动双运动摩托车之一，这有助于将Zero确立为电动摩托车领域的领先品牌。

46 hp (34 kW) — note: peak power; varies by year (2022 ZF7.2 model)

权力

106 Nm from 0 rpm — note: electric motor delivers peak torque instantly; varies by year

扭矩

169 kg

重量

137 km/h (85 mph) — note: varies by model year and configuration

最高速度

Equivalent to approximately 1.5–2.5 kWh/100km (no fuel; estimated ~150–200 Wh/mile in real-world use)

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Battery Longevity Matters

The Zero DS uses a Z-Force lithium battery rated for over 100,000 miles before significant degradation, but used buyers should verify charge cycle history and check for reduced range, as battery replacement can cost $3,000–$5,000.

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Steep Depreciation Curve

Zero DS models depreciate quickly — often 30–40% in the first two years — making used models a strong value buy, though resale slows further if newer software-updated models hit the market.

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Nearly Zero Maintenance

With no oil changes, no clutch, no valves to adjust, and minimal brake wear due to regenerative braking, the DS has dramatically lower maintenance costs than comparable gas dual-sports, saving hundreds per year.

二手买家评论

7.5/10

最适合

Urban commuters wanting low-maintenance electric thrill

"Smart urban buy if range limitations genuinely don't bother you."

$7,000-$12,000 used

The Zero DS is genuinely clever engineering wrapped in a slightly awkward package. As a used buy, it makes a lot of sense — depreciation hits these hard in the first few years, so you can grab a 2019-2021 model for serious money off list price. The powertrain is legitimately impressive: that instant torque makes city riding addictive, and the drivetrain is essentially maintenance-free compared to any gasser you've owned. Here's where it gets honest though. Range anxiety is real and the charging infrastructure reality doesn't match Zero's marketing. Budget for the Charge Tank option if the previous owner didn't fit one — Level 2 charging without it is painfully slow. Check the battery health obsessively before buying; a degraded pack is an expensive problem. The suspension is adequate but not exciting, and the chassis feels slightly heavy for what it is. For urban commuting and weekend blasts under 80 miles, it's genuinely brilliant. Expecting it to replace a touring bike? Walk away now.

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缺点

跳过 if: You regularly ride distances exceeding 80 miles