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Electric motorcycle revolution means business not-as-usual

Looking back, 2009 may be seen as the year that electric motorcycles began their rise to market dominance. If that is to happen, the start-ups in that sector will have to be successful in the execution of their various business models. What they are trying to do with the motorized two-wheeler is more revolutionary then evolutionary and so their approach to the market must be distinct, perhaps diametric to that of the companies that currently occupy the landscape. In a series of articles at Asphalt & Rubber under the caption Tradition is ... Read more →

AMPLE, Zero ink deal to sell electric motorcycles in Asia Sebastian Blanco

The slightly beleaguered Zero Motorcycle (see here and here) has some good news to share: a new partnership with AMPLE to distribute their all-electric two-wheelers in Asian markets. The ...

Zero MX bests Quantya, takes 3rd in class in French regional races Domenick Yoney

Despite a supplier problem delaying the deliveries of its Zero S and a recent recall of its Zero X and MX, Zero Motorcycles has managed to make good in one of the arenas that counts for a lot with ...

Recall Notice: 2009 Zero X and MX called back for malfunctioning throttles Jeremy Korzeniewski

Zero Motorcycles and the Consumer Product Safety Commission have issued a voluntary recall notice for all 2009 Zero X and Zero MX electric motorcycles. Apparently, the problem surrounds the bike's ...

Zero Motorcycles delays shipment of 2009 S due to overheating motors Jeremy Korzeniewski

After getting a tip regarding a possible delay on the 2009 Zero S electric motorcycle, we contacted the company for confirmation. It seems that the original motor used in the S model was prone to ...

Zero Motorcycles nabs EPA Certificate of Conformity, gets rated at 455 mpg 28 days ago on Autoblog Green

We still think it's a wee bit odd that electric motorcycles need a Certificate of Conformity from the Environmental Protection Agency, but that is indeed the case and Zero Motorcycles has issued a press release indicating that its two-wheeled highway-speed EVs now satisfy that requirement. For ...

Zero Motorcycles launches a dual sport electric [w/VIDEO] 3 months ago on Autoblog Green

Those of you who savored the sweet supermoto styling of the Zero S street bike and wished there was something similar designed to handle that psycho shortcut you've long dreamed of taking, your machine has arrived. Zero Motorcycles introduces the all-electric Zero DS. With its tougher tires and ...

Zero X vs Quantya Track electric off-road shoot out 4 months ago on Autoblog Green

While we have had the opportunity to ride both the Zero X and the Quantya Track, our time and terrain with the electric motocross machines were relatively limited. Not so for Dirt Rider Magazine. The publication had both bikes in their possession for an extended period and thoroughly put the pair ...

Jay Leno reviews Zero S electric motorcycle [w/VIDEO] 5 months ago on Autoblog Green

We suspected it wouldn't take long for Jay Leno to throw a leg over the new Zero S electric motorcycle, and indeed the popular late night comedian and talk show host has just posted a video review of the bike on the Jay Leno's Garage site. Zero founder and CTO Neal Saiki drops by and offers a ...

Zero Motorcycles launches new MX model [w/VIDEO] 5 months ago on Autoblog Green

Zero Motorcycles has just released another new electric bike for 2009, and this one's meant specifically for the track. While we found the standard-issue Zero X to be a solid performer in most situations, the demands of a motocross track are are bit too much for the stock X's front and rear ...

Zero X gets a mid-cycle refresh 5 months ago on Autoblog Green

Shortly after taking the 2009 Zero X electric dirtbike out for a spin, we had the opportunity to chat with company founder and Chief Technology Officer Neal Saiki, and he told us to expect a slight makeover within the next few months of the plastic bodywork that was fitted to our test bike. ...

Zero Motorcycles plans full-scale European invasion 6 months ago on Autoblog Green

Now that Zero Motorcycles has shown America its new Zero S electric street bike, company founder Neil Saiki has taken his baby across the pond on a European tour. England was the first stop and London provided a great back drop for Neil to explain to the BBC and other press outlets the merits ...

Electric sportbike coming soon from Zero 6 months ago on Autoblog Green

Electric motorcycle manufacturer Zero Motorcycles plans to launch a new zero-emission sportbike later this year, according to our friends at Hell For Leather. Company founder and CTO Neal Saiki says the new bike will be based on the underpinnings of the recently-released Zero S electric ...

Quantya Track bests Zero X in Las Vegas 6 months ago on Autoblog Green

In the first battle royale between the all-electric motocross bikes from Quantya and Zero Motorcycles, it appears that Swiss precision has bested American muscle. Each manufacturer sent 5 bikes to compete in a special electric event at the AMA/Maxxis MiniMoto Supercross race and when all the laps ...

Quantya vs Zero: Electric motorbikes to lock horns in Las Vegas 6 months ago on Autoblog Green

It's on now. The Quantya Track and the Zero X all-electric dirtbikes plan to meet up in Las Vegas this Friday and we're pretty sure the rendezvous has nothing to do with getting married by Elvis and everything to do with racing. The two companies are each sending five bikes to Sin City where they ...

VIDEO: ZERO X puts on camo, goes hunting 6 months ago on Autoblog Green

Having a motocross bike that can carry you through the woods with a certain amount of stealth might be rather advantageous for riders who would prefer not scare off all the wildlife in the vicinity. While the Zero X from Zero Motorcycles can do this quite well, the only color available thus far has ...

Zero Motorcycles sets electric motorcycle endurance record 7 months ago on Autoblog Green

While the biggest news coming from Zero Motorcycles' California offices this week is undoubtedly the introduction of the new street-legal Zero S electric supermoto bike, we didn't forget about the 24 Hours of Electricoss that took place last weekend. According to reports, the event was a ...

Breaking - Zero Motorcycles unveils the Zero S [w/Video] 7 months ago on Autoblog Green

After months of teasing, Zero Motorcycles has finally lifted the veil from its all-electric supermoto for the streets and revealed a ride that looks well worth the wait. The Zero S shares some of the same styling cues as its off-road little brother, the Zero X, but with it's highway-appropriate ...

First Ride: 2009 Zero X electric motorcycle 7 months ago on Autoblog Green

Is the world ready to swap its gas-burning cars and trucks for electric vehicles? It's an interesting question, to be sure, and the answer may not be as straightforward as we'd like. As much as many of us would love to ditch petroleum all together, there are a number of things to consider ...

Zero S electric supermoto to be unveiled in April 8 months ago on Autoblog Green

Zero Motorcycles, makers of electric off-road motorcycles, is planning to release its first street-legal machine next month. Speaking on Fox Car Report Live, company founder Neal Saiki let out a few intriguing details about the company's new Zero S electric supermoto bike, including the fact that it ...

Zero Motorcycles to host 24 Hours Of Electricross 8 months ago on Autoblog Green

If you happen to have an electric motorcycle, ATV or quad and always wanted to have your name in the record books, your chance for glory might be arriving this upcoming 4th of April. Zero Motorcycles is hosting the world's very first 24 hour off-road endurance event for battery-powered vehicles and ...

Zero's electric motorcycles quality for stimulus tax credits 8 months ago on Autoblog Green

As part of the sweeping changes being made through various pieces of legislation floating through the U.S. Senate and Congress, fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles will soon be eligible for tax credits, including those with two or three wheels. One benefactor to this legislation is Zero ...

VIDEO: Zero Motorcycle video contest officially starts, gets first entry 9 months ago on Autoblog Green

You may recall us mentioning how spotting aliens while driving your all-electric Zero X motorcycle could win you a free lithium battery (worth $2,950!). In their latest email update, besides telling us boring stuff about how they've quadrupled their production and can now fill orders in 4 ...

Zero Motorcycles takin' it to the streets with new Zero S 10 months ago on Autoblog Green

Having had great success with its Zero X off-road electric bike, Zero Motorcycles is "takin' it to the streets" in 2009 with its new Zero S. Expected to launch this Spring, the first rendering has been released and some numbers announced. The answer to the first question everybody will want to know ...

Could discovery of space aliens lead to doubling your Zero X range? 10 months ago on Autoblog Green

Imagine this. You are on your Zero X electric motorcycle enjoying a brisk ride along your favorite wooded trail. You reach a clearing and in the morning mist you are surprised to find a family of space aliens enjoying a quiet picnic in front of their parked UFO. Not wanting to learn the hard way ...

VIDEO: 2009 Zero X electric motorcycle: stronger, faster 1 year ago on Autoblog Green

For those you that like to head out into the woods to ride a dirt bike but don't want any exhaust emissions, the Zero X may the answer to your needs. Zero Motorcycles has just released details on the 2009 edition of its electric dirt bike. After selling out its run of 2008 models, the new version ...

Zero Motorcycles sells out of '08s, touts '09s 1 year ago on Autoblog Green

For those of you who had been hoping to get your hands on a new 2008 Zero X electric motorcycle, we have some bad news. They are all sold out. Now, the good news is that a new revised-for-'09 model will be making its first appearance at the Alt Car Expo in Santa Monica, California, on September ...

Zero Motorcycles to introduce street model, having trouble keeping up with high demand 1 year ago on Autoblog Green

Click on the image able fore more pictures of the Zero X Last year, we introduced our readers to the Zero X electric off-road motorcycle, which is capable of a forty-mile range after a two-hour charge. Last year the bike was selling for just under $7 grand, and although it is now going for nearly ...

Zero offers electric off-road motorcycle for $6,900 2 years ago on Autoblog Green

If a Tesla Roadster is too rich for your blood but you enjoy speed and don't mind two wheeled travel there is now the Zero-X. The Zero-X is a lithium ion battery-powered off-road bike that can be had for about $6,900. Zero Motorcycles is claiming a range of 40 miles and three hour recharge time. ...


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