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Zero Motorcycles DSR/X vs Zero Motorcycles SR/S: Which Is Better?

We compared the Zero Motorcycles DSR/X and the Zero Motorcycles SR/S across 8 real-world categories. The Zero Motorcycles SR/S wins 3 of them - here is why, and when the loser is still the better buy.

Specification Zero Motorcycles DSR/X DSR/X $24,500 Zero Motorcycles SR/S SR/S $23,995
Battery 17.3 kWh 17.3 kWh
Range 180 mi city / 110 mi highway 240 km (city) / 160 km (highway)
Top speed 124 mph 200 km/h
Power 121 hp 110 hp
Torque 166 lb-ft
Weight 528 lb
Charging (fast) ~60 min (0-80%)
Drive Belt Belt drive
0-100 km/h 3.3 s
Charging (0-100%) ~2.5 h (6kW)
Efficiency 7.1 kWh/100 km
Seats 1
Cargo 0 L
Rating 4.5 / 5 4.6 / 5

At a glance

Here is how the two models stack up on the specs that matter most.

Specification DSR/X SR/S
Range 290 km 301 km
Battery 17.3 kWh 15.6 kWh
Efficiency 6 kWh/100km 5.2 kWh/100km
0-100 km/h 0 s 0 s
Fast charge 10-80% ~60 min ~60 min
Seats 1 1
Price $24,500 $24,195
Rating 4.5/5 4.5/5
Estimated running cost / year $135 $117

The SR/S wins 3 of 8 categories, making it our pick in this head-to-head.

Range & efficiency

The DSR/X is rated for 290 km of range versus 301 km for the SR/S. That is effectively a tie - neither offers a meaningful range advantage.

The DSR/X consumes about 6 kWh per 100 km versus 5.2 kWh for the SR/S - so the SR/S is the cheaper and greener option per kilometre.

Performance

Acceleration figures vary by trim; check the full spec sheet below for the exact variant tested.

Charging

Fast charging from 10-80% takes about 60 minutes in the DSR/X and 60 minutes in the SR/S. SR/S spends less time at the plug on road trips.

Space & comfort

The DSR/X seats 1 and the SR/S seats 1. Check the full spec sheet for cargo volume.

Price & running costs

The DSR/X lists at $24,500 and the SR/S at $24,195. At 15,000 km per year, estimated running costs are about $135/yr versus $117/yr.

Verdict

The SR/S is our pick, taking 3 of 8 categories in this head-to-head. It leads on the longer range (290 km vs 301 km), the lower consumption (6 kWh/100km vs 5.2 kWh/100km) and the better price ($24,500 vs $24,195). That said, the DSR/X is still the better buy if local incentives, dealer offers or brand preference swing it for you.

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