“Being the brand that both defined and continues to lead the category of electric motorcycles means that we have the responsibility to push the boundaries of what is possible in electric powertrains,” said Sam Paschel, CEO of Zero Motorcycles at the virtual global launch on November 4. Paschel proclaims the increased energy density found in the new for 2022 Z- Force lithium-ion batteries boost Zero’s already best-in-class standing by up to 20%.
The Z-Force power packs come in 14.4+ kWh and 15.6+ kWh options. The “+” designation noted in the pack size indicates additional capacity increase opportunities of up to 17.3 kWh. The larger 15.6+ kWh battery configuration will be available on the premium street models of the 2022 SR/S and SR/F and the 14.4+ kWh will come on standard SR/S and SR/F as well as the 2022 SR. Couple that with the optional “Power Tank” that creates nearly 21 kWh of onboard energy storage delivering an industry-leading 227 miles of city range and 113 miles at 70 mph.
“We consistently work to deliver massive steps forward and not just incremental improvements to our powertrains and our products,” Paschel, concludes. “As part of that effort, a relentless focus on range improvements, driven by battery capacity and powertrain efficiency, provide the foundations that allow us to transform the rider’s experience and drive acceleration in electric vehicle adoption and sales. These leaps forward in battery technology in our 2022 model line have set a new standard for Zero Motorcycles.”
