The adventure motorcycle segment has grown two-fold in recent years, and everyone wants a piece of the pie. Attempting to do that, Zero Motorcycles has debuted the first American electric ADV, the DSR/X, which is packed to the brim with potential. Why do we say so? Well, check out its details and know for yourself.
The new DSR/X ticks all ADV/tourer design boxes. Tall stature, prominent windscreen, bash protection, and a carrier outback all make its purpose loud and clear. However, you shouldn’t mistake it for a hardcore off-roader as it’s running alloy wheels with dual-purpose tires. If hardcore is your thing, though, Zero has an elaborate catalog of accessories, including spoke wheels and knobby Pirelli tires catered for off-roading.
Coming to ergonomics, the DSR/X’s seat height measures 828mm (32.6-inch) and gives you a good view of the cockpit comprising a TFT instrument cluster. The display lets you toggle through hill hold control, Bosch’s linked braking system, stability control, and customizable rider modes. Meanwhile, the wide handlebar and low footpegs ensure a comfortable ride.
Zero has developed a new powerhouse for the DSR/X, featuring a 17.3kWh battery (Zero’s biggest yet) and a 75kW (100 horsepower) permanent magnet motor. The former promises a maximum range of 180 miles (in the city), while the latter pumps out 225Nm, good enough for a top speed of 112mph.
Even though these are decent figures, the range drops to just 85 miles at a constant 70mph (113kmph) that’s undeniably a bummer. Luckily, the company offers a bigger battery as well as a rapid charger (0-100 percent in one hour), but for extra cash, of course.
As for underpinnings, the ADV rolls on 19/17-inch (F/R) alloy wheels paired with 47mm Showa forks and Showa monoshock, both adjustable and offering 190mm (7.48-inch) travel. Besides, you get J.Juan brakes at both ends coupled together by an electric CBS system.
The price can make or break a product, and luckily, the DSR/X belongs to the former. Priced at $24,495, the E-ADV makes a strong prospect in the electric motorcycle space, undercutting the Energica Experia by $1,400. Comment down below if you want an elaborate comparison between the DRS/X and the Experia.
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