Light / A1 · 2026–present

Zero LS1

A1-licence light roadster

Gen 3· LS · Cypher III· 2026–present

100

km/h

4.4

kWh

12 kg/CVpower-to-weight (latest year)

Read the Zero LS1 owner's guide

Charging, ride modes, maintenance, warning lights & care — everything from the manual, in plain language.

Motor & performance

Motor: DC brushless, rear-wheel drive (efficiency >85%)
Peak power: 8.4 kW / 11 CV
Peak torque: 51 Nm
Top speed: 100 km/h
Power-to-weight: 12 kg/CV
Note: Peak motor power

Battery & charging

Capacity (max): 4.4 kWh
Capacity (nominal): 3.7 kWh
Chemistry: Lithium
Onboard charger: 0.8 kW
Charge time: 5.0 h (100%) / 4.5 h (90%) with standard 800 W off-board charger; 3.1 h (100%) / 2.6 h (90%) with one accessory charger

Drivetrain & belt

Sprocket / pulley (corona/pignone): 104T / 22T
Final drive ratio: 104T/22T
Belt part number: — (see dealer parts catalog)
Transmission: Clutchless direct drive
Regen braking: Dash Regen Meter indicates the amount of torque applied to the rear wheel while decelerating (off-throttle regeneration); no adjustable ride-mode regen described

Range (Zero figures)

City: 115 km

Chassis & suspension

Platform / generation: LS · Cypher III (Gen 3)
Front fork: Two forks, non-adjustable (front suspension); telescopic fork tubes with dust seals
Rear shock (mono): Two shocks, non-adjustable (twin rear shocks)
Wheelbase: 1330 mm

Brakes

Front: Hydraulic disc brake operated by hand lever; DOT 4 brake fluid; pad wear limit 1.5 mm, rotor limit 3.5 mm (no caliper piston count or disc diameter specified)
Rear: Hydraulic disc brake operated by hand lever; DOT 4 brake fluid; pad wear limit 1.5 mm, rotor limit 3.5 mm (no caliper piston count or disc diameter specified)
ABS: ABS equipped (15 A ABS fuse; also Traction Control System with 10 A fuse); brand/generation not specified

Wheels & tyres

Front wheel / tyre: CST Urban Travel 110/80-14 59S
Rear wheel / tyre: CST Urban Travel 130/60-13 60S
Front pressure (cold): 29 psi (200 kPa)
Rear pressure (cold): 31 psi (215 kPa)

Lighting

Headlight: LED
Tail light: LED
Turn signals: LED

Dimensions & weight

Seat height: 780 mm
Curb weight: 132 kg

Real-world data

Real-world figures for the Zero LS1 — aggregated and anonymized from actual riding data, not brochure numbers.

Maintenance & parts

From the official Zero owner & service manuals.

Consumables & wear parts

Final drive: (104T / 22T)
Brake fluid: DOT 4
Front tyre: CST Urban Travel 110/80-14 59S
Rear tyre: CST Urban Travel 130/60-13 60S
Headlight: LED
Tail light: LED
Turn signals: LED

Final drive service

Tension target: 500 to 800 N tight-side tension, measured with a Gates 508C ultrasonic tension meter set to Mass 4.6 g/m, Width 23 mm, Span 356 mm; probe 8-15 mm above the midpoint between the large and small sprockets; verify average across wheel rotated 0/90/180/270 degrees
Inspect / adjust: Every 1,250 mi (2,000 km) — inspect belt for damage/cracking and check belt tension
First / break-in service: Initial service at 60 mi (100 km) — the initial/break-in maintenance is described as vitally important; where time and mileage are both listed, follow whichever occurs first

Key torque specs

Rear axle nut: 55 +/- 4 lb-ft (75 +/- 5 Nm)
Front axle nut: 55 +/- 4 lb-ft (75 +/- 5 Nm)
Rear sprocket bolts: 30 +/- 4 lb-ft (40 +/- 5 Nm)
Motor (front) sprocket bolt: 22 +/- 1.5 lb-ft (30 +/- 2 Nm)
Front brake caliper bolts: 22 +/- 1.5 lb-ft (30 +/- 2 Nm) per Owner Manual (Service Manual lists 30 +/- 4 lb-ft / 40 +/- 5 Nm)
Rear brake caliper bolts: 22 +/- 1.5 lb-ft (30 +/- 2 Nm)
Front/rear brake rotor bolts: 22 +/- 1.5 lb-ft (30 +/- 2 Nm)
Swingarm mounting bolts: 73 lb-ft (100 Nm) per Owner Manual (Service Manual lists 55 +/- 4 lb-ft / 75 +/- 5 Nm)
Fork mounting bolts: 30 +/- 4 lb-ft (40 +/- 5 Nm)
Motor mounting shafts: 44 +/- 4 lb-ft (60 +/- 5 Nm)

Service schedule

Every ride
Check/adjust tire pressure and tread depth; check brake operation, damage and pad wear; check and fill brake fluid; check wheels/tires for damage; check front/rear suspension operation and for leakage; inspect battery for damage; check headlight operation
Initial service — 60 mi (100 km)
Mandatory first (break-in) dealer service — perform the applicable inspection/adjustment checks; the initial maintenance is stated as vitally important and must not be neglected
Every 300 mi (500 km)
Every 1,250 mi (2,000 km)
Check hardware/fastener torque (see Component Fasteners) and replace as necessary; inspect drive belt for damage/cracking; check drive belt tension; inspect sprockets for wear; inspect and secure wiring harnesses; check bike tip-over protection operation; check all bearings (wheel, steering, swingarm) for smooth operation and replace as necessary
Every 3,100 mi (5,000 km)
Every 6,200 mi (10,000 km) or 12 months (whichever first)
Replace brake fluid; replace front/rear suspension components as necessary

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Specifications extracted from the official Zero Motorcycles owner & service manuals (EU / metric figures). Values are for guidance — always confirm against your bike's manual.