Zero Motorcycles Recalls 2009-2010 DS and S for Front Brake Problem

Zero Motorcycles is recalling certain model year 2009 Zero S motorcycles built from September 2, 2009 through December 22, 2009; model year 2009 Zero DS motorcycles built from July 27, 2009 through December 28, 2009; model year 2010 Zero S motorcycles built from February 1, 2010 through March 31, 2011; and model year 2010 Zero DS motorcycles built from January 20, 2010 through March 31, 2011.

The front brake caliper bracket may experience permanent deformation when subjected to high braking loads. This condition could induce misalignment of the front brake pads with respect to the front brake rotor.

The number of units affected is 160.

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2011 Zero S

2011 Zero S Review

2011 Zero S is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Zero with trail edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Zero S uses Front suspension travel 5.5 inches (140 mm) and Rear suspension travel 5.9 inches (151 mm). For Front brakes 2 piston hydraulic, 12.21x0.16 inch (310x4 mm) disc and Rear brakes 1 piston hydraulic, 8.66x0x.16 inch (220x4 mm) disc . This motorcycle has a Top speed 67 mph (108 km/h). For engine type High Efficiency, Forced Air Cooled, DC, Axial Flux, Permanent Magnet.

2011 Zero S 1

2011 Zero S 2

2011 Zero S 3

2011 Zero S 4

2011 Zero S 5

2011 Zero S - International Specifications
MSRP - $9,995 (10% Federal tax credit reduces price $1,000 for total of $8995)* USD

Motor
Type High Efficiency, Forced Air Cooled, DC, Axial Flux, Permanent Magnet
Top speed 67 mph (108 km/h)
Power System
Type Z-Force™ patented Li-Ion intelligent power pack
Maximum capacity 4.4 kWh
Nominal capacity 3.9 kWh
Estimated pack life (to 80%) 70,000 miles (112,000 km)
Charger type Integrated
Charge time (standard) 4 hours
Quick charge time (option) 2.3 hours (100% charged) / 2 hours (90+% charged)
Input Standard 110V or 220V

Range
Maximum 58 miles (93 km)
EPA UDDS 43 miles (70 km)

Drivetrain
Transmission Clutchless one speed
Drive system 98T / 28T, Poly Chain® GT® Carbon™ belt

Chassis / Suspension / Brakes
Front suspension travel 5.5 inches (140 mm)
Rear suspension travel 5.9 inches (151 mm)
Front brakes 2 piston hydraulic, 12.21x0.16 inch (310x4 mm) disc
Rear brakes 1 piston hydraulic, 8.66x0x.16 inch (220x4 mm) disc
Front tire 110/70-17
Rear tire 130/70-17
Front wheel 3.0x17
Rear wheel 3.5x17

Dimensions
Wheel base 55.5 inches (141 cm)
Seat height (standard) 32.8 inches (83.2 cm)
Low seat height (accessory) 30.8 inches (78.1 cm)
Rake 22.7 degrees
Trail 2.8 inches (71 mm)

Weight
Frame 19.3 pounds (8.8 kg)
Curb weight 297 pounds (135 kg)
GVWR 597 pounds (271 kg)
Carrying capacity 300 pounds (136 kg)

Economy
Typical cost to recharge $0.48

2011 Zero S

2011 Zero S Review

2011 Zero S is one motorcycle issued by the manufacturer Zero with trail edition which supported the body design is comfortable to use. 2011 Zero S uses Front suspension travel 5.5 inches (140 mm) and Rear suspension travel 5.9 inches (151 mm). For Front brakes 2 piston hydraulic, 12.21x0.16 inch (310x4 mm) disc and Rear brakes 1 piston hydraulic, 8.66x0x.16 inch (220x4 mm) disc . This motorcycle has a Top speed 67 mph (108 km/h). For engine type High Efficiency, Forced Air Cooled, DC, Axial Flux, Permanent Magnet.

2011 Zero S 1

2011 Zero S 2

2011 Zero S 3

2011 Zero S 4

2011 Zero S 5

2011 Zero S - International Specifications
MSRP - $9,995 (10% Federal tax credit reduces price $1,000 for total of $8995)* USD

Motor
Type High Efficiency, Forced Air Cooled, DC, Axial Flux, Permanent Magnet
Top speed 67 mph (108 km/h)
Power System
Type Z-Force™ patented Li-Ion intelligent power pack
Maximum capacity 4.4 kWh
Nominal capacity 3.9 kWh
Estimated pack life (to 80%) 70,000 miles (112,000 km)
Charger type Integrated
Charge time (standard) 4 hours
Quick charge time (option) 2.3 hours (100% charged) / 2 hours (90+% charged)
Input Standard 110V or 220V

Range
Maximum 58 miles (93 km)
EPA UDDS 43 miles (70 km)

Drivetrain
Transmission Clutchless one speed
Drive system 98T / 28T, Poly Chain® GT® Carbon™ belt

Chassis / Suspension / Brakes
Front suspension travel 5.5 inches (140 mm)
Rear suspension travel 5.9 inches (151 mm)
Front brakes 2 piston hydraulic, 12.21x0.16 inch (310x4 mm) disc
Rear brakes 1 piston hydraulic, 8.66x0x.16 inch (220x4 mm) disc
Front tire 110/70-17
Rear tire 130/70-17
Front wheel 3.0x17
Rear wheel 3.5x17

Dimensions
Wheel base 55.5 inches (141 cm)
Seat height (standard) 32.8 inches (83.2 cm)
Low seat height (accessory) 30.8 inches (78.1 cm)
Rake 22.7 degrees
Trail 2.8 inches (71 mm)

Weight
Frame 19.3 pounds (8.8 kg)
Curb weight 297 pounds (135 kg)
GVWR 597 pounds (271 kg)
Carrying capacity 300 pounds (136 kg)

Economy
Typical cost to recharge $0.48