@@DjHatZnBfan loud pipes doesn’t actually save people nearly as much as situational awareness. The problem with loud pipes is that riders die when they get complacent and assume people can hear them. That’s when the fatalities sneak up. Loud pipes save lives, until you’re dead.
Good review. Tested one yesterday in Paris and it's incredibly quick and nimble. The funny thing is that you don't feel like it's ripping your arms off but you seem to leave everything, including big motorcycles miles behind at traffic lights. It's so easy to filter with and fun on the open road. Only downsides I can see are lack of traction control, hard seat, bad for pillions and the price. But, that said, I'm going to buy one🤣🤣
Its a lot of fun i have a fx for 7 years .. but just know if it breaks zero will not help you .. good luck !!! ( your bike could be fine for years !!! )
I don't even know what that means..... but i like the sound of it👍👍 we have loads of rider and bike tech reviews on our channel, I've left a link below if you fancy checking it out. j ua-cam.com/users/RoadRashTV In the meantime stay upright Dave Bobbymax
This same spec has been available for 5 years or more under the FX or FXS monkiers. the only difference with this variation is different color plastics and full color hud. same range and power since 2016. gimme a 15kw under 300lbs with DC fast charging bike then we are talking. next year's Metacycle is gonna have very similar range and power to this for 5 grand so Zero better stop sandbagging or they are gonna be left in the dust.
Agreed. I test rode this FXE. I'd buy it for sure if it has Level 2 charging. Now I'm waiting to see what Kawasaki will come up with. Metacycle is very nice but not enough range for me, though it does have Level 2 charging option. Weight wise, though, i don't think 14kw under 300 lbs is feasible technically.
To many bad reviews for Zero bikes. Nearly bought one but did some research on customer service and reliability, both short term and particularly long term. Quickly changed my mind and will save a little more for a better made Energica with superior specs.
Don't really care much about all the fancy specs... I just want to know how much, how fast it is, the distance/range on a full charge (moderate to hard riding), and how long it takes to charge??? Oh, and maybe the projected lifespan of the battery?
Major issue with the bike is that u can’t charge at charging stations . U also didn’t mention that zero only let u use 85% of the battery at one time. There multiple points u have missed out I’m still going to buy one brand new but it does annoy me that people have a biased opinion. Also u clearly haven’t rode this bike as it also overheats when u go over 75mph for more than 2 miles … Showa 41 arnt great suspension most bikes new come with better suspension. Would like to see ur opinions on these point Bobby many thanks
@@benswift218 lol why do you keep saying its a diffrent bike 😕 i knw that. But you brought up the charging and the s solves that. And my friend has the 2020 version s 11kw. Hasnt overheated since he has had it 🤷🏾♂️
@@Niggleblade1986 he rides like a baby then mate and he probably hasn’t been trying to ride with his mates 400cc/600cc sports bikes lmao must be having very limited fun on the bike. Also it doesn’t fully resolve the charging issue as the bike isn’t compatible off-road. Which the SM FXE style of bike can ride on with ease
Great review and great bike. Unfortunately battery tech just isn’t there yet. For me. I would need at least 200 mile range. Real range to not “up to if downhill blah blah”. And I know this is not close to possible. Especially at 300lbs. And needs dc fast charging. Skip the level two as that would add weight. Still damn a cool bike
Zero has had software and hardware problems for years now .. ask any honoust dealer and ask yourself why so many zero dealers are quiting .. bikes are great..service is bad
Own one. Two issues, both handled nicely under warranty. No problems since. Love it
Is it always about the Speed YES or No in the comments please.
Yes and no!!!
But i really have not know now the 0-60 mph time... Can you tell me that pls?
Safety is the main thing however having power can help you get out of tricky situations
power is sometimes the key to keeping out of trouble
What about load pipes? Think power or loud pipes saves more lives?
@@DjHatZnBfan loud pipes doesn’t actually save people nearly as much as situational awareness. The problem with loud pipes is that riders die when they get complacent and assume people can hear them. That’s when the fatalities sneak up. Loud pipes save lives, until you’re dead.
Hi Pal very nice video fairplay could this bike be used for off road if the tyres were changed to dual or knobbly ones you reckon?
Good review. Tested one yesterday in Paris and it's incredibly quick and nimble. The funny thing is that you don't feel like it's ripping your arms off but you seem to leave everything, including big motorcycles miles behind at traffic lights. It's so easy to filter with and fun on the open road. Only downsides I can see are lack of traction control, hard seat, bad for pillions and the price. But, that said, I'm going to buy one🤣🤣
Its a lot of fun i have a fx for 7 years .. but just know if it breaks zero will not help you .. good luck !!! ( your bike could be fine for years !!! )
@@gmy33 won't the dealer help you either?
@@donderstorm1845 dealer can always help you installing an overpriced batt .. in 10 years price only went up costs came down
What’s the 0-60?
Hey Ben im not sure
3.4 seconds at least !!!
But can you back it in and wheelie?
I don't even know what that means..... but i like the sound of it👍👍
we have loads of rider and bike tech reviews on our channel, I've left a link below if you fancy checking it out. j
ua-cam.com/users/RoadRashTV
In the meantime stay upright Dave
Bobbymax
although i didn't know what you were talking about i turns out i can front it in a stopee
Wheely no problem .. reverse is not with this bike . The dsrx has that ..
Nice… I now want a go.
I could just c u on one
The lack of level 2 charging basically kills its market in Europe. A real shame, as the platform is proven (5 years old....)
Thats why you get the S
This same spec has been available for 5 years or more under the FX or FXS monkiers. the only difference with this variation is different color plastics and full color hud. same range and power since 2016. gimme a 15kw under 300lbs with DC fast charging bike then we are talking. next year's Metacycle is gonna have very similar range and power to this for 5 grand so Zero better stop sandbagging or they are gonna be left in the dust.
Agreed. I test rode this FXE. I'd buy it for sure if it has Level 2 charging. Now I'm waiting to see what Kawasaki will come up with. Metacycle is very nice but not enough range for me, though it does have Level 2 charging option. Weight wise, though, i don't think 14kw under 300 lbs is feasible technically.
@@carolchennning9188 Tesla could do it. make the whole bike a structural battery pack with 4680's. easy peasy.
metacycle didn't deliver though...its a dog in comparison...this can spurt on the highway for a few exits...metacycle has no business on a highway
@@jonathansaunders6697 That's why Tesla needs to make an ebike. Anybody else is always gonna put profits before innovation/more bang for the buck.
To many bad reviews for Zero bikes. Nearly bought one but did some research on customer service and reliability, both short term and particularly long term. Quickly changed my mind and will save a little more for a better made Energica with superior specs.
Great Review Bobby
your welcome
Don't really care much about all the fancy specs... I just want to know how much, how fast it is, the distance/range on a full charge (moderate to hard riding), and how long it takes to charge???
Oh, and maybe the projected lifespan of the battery?
lifespan of battery is actually pretty good. 160k miles to 80%
can hit 85mph,...only sustain 72...0-60 like 3.3sec...from 0 on a regular outlet like 8 hrs
Major issue with the bike is that u can’t charge at charging stations . U also didn’t mention that zero only let u use 85% of the battery at one time. There multiple points u have missed out I’m still going to buy one brand new but it does annoy me that people have a biased opinion. Also u clearly haven’t rode this bike as it also overheats when u go over 75mph for more than 2 miles … Showa 41 arnt great suspension most bikes new come with better suspension. Would like to see ur opinions on these point Bobby many thanks
You only charge at home over ight and maybe at work . If you need more range buy something else
Yeah the S is the one to get. 14.4 battery and can upgrade to a type 2 charger
@@Niggleblade1986 the S is a completely different bike. And the cbt version would still overheat at 75 and over quickly
@@benswift218 lol why do you keep saying its a diffrent bike 😕 i knw that. But you brought up the charging and the s solves that. And my friend has the 2020 version s 11kw. Hasnt overheated since he has had it 🤷🏾♂️
@@Niggleblade1986 he rides like a baby then mate and he probably hasn’t been trying to ride with his mates 400cc/600cc sports bikes lmao must be having very limited fun on the bike. Also it doesn’t fully resolve the charging issue as the bike isn’t compatible off-road. Which the SM FXE style of bike can ride on with ease
Great review and great bike. Unfortunately battery tech just isn’t there yet. For me. I would need at least 200 mile range. Real range to not “up to if downhill blah blah”. And I know this is not close to possible. Especially at 300lbs. And needs dc fast charging. Skip the level two as that would add weight. Still damn a cool bike
Thats why you get the S
@@Niggleblade1986 that’s a heavier much more expensive bike.
@@victorvannatter312 heavier yes, but for the price you get what you asked for
Nice video
Thanks Mr Cal
Zero has had software and hardware problems for years now .. ask any honoust dealer and ask yourself why so many zero dealers are quiting .. bikes are great..service is bad
BUy it because its fun !!! .. dont buy it because if it breaks ...zero will not help you !!