I enjoy the fact that you are an older dude, there's no screaming or yelling. it is very level-headed and a good review......nice neighbors too
@Noadvantage2463 жыл бұрын
It is very interesting to see a review from an older dudes perspective.
@squarecracker3 жыл бұрын
it's crazy he lives on the same street as larry david
@scoutrifle68274 жыл бұрын
This is about as good as a motorcycle review can get; very well done!
@MichaelBonocorePetaPixel4 жыл бұрын
I love how authentic and fun you and Toni are together, Baldy! You guys were made for KZbin! More videos please!
@rudyadv69274 жыл бұрын
Toni & Fred from Zero we're the surprise guest stars weren't they :)
@OrestisTrips4 жыл бұрын
You're lovely people and this was a nice real life review. An improve on batteries/range and the quite electric future will be such a joy.
@CCitis4 жыл бұрын
Holy Moly Baldy... do more reviews... you show the bike being used, not just a press demo. Love the bike, love Zero... and believe me I am a gas motor gearhead. -CCitis from the forum
@EdisnFox4 жыл бұрын
Great Video Baldy. I once owned a 2017 Zero DSR for 3 months. I love riding it all over the place, even from Cincinnati to Barber Motorsports Speedway for the Vintage Weekend, I believe it was in September. My Zero was Toast, when a lady rear ended me on a highway exit ramp, as I was sitting at a Red light. I miss riding it Soo Much. I ride a BMW F700GS now & just completed my first MABDR trip, a few weeks ago with Piston Society.
@kellym36103 жыл бұрын
Dang, I’m glad your not toast after a crash like that.
@Amuzic_Earth3 жыл бұрын
Zero makes the most well put together electric motorcycles. I just wish they had DC fast charging option. If a bike gives you 100 miles range in about 45 minutes, range won't really be an issue in long rides.
@gmy332 жыл бұрын
Get an energica experia.. more range faster charging same weight better balance
@alexyu45493 жыл бұрын
A very organic and natural review. I found this thoroughly enjoyable to listen to in a way that many motorcycle reviews are not
@advrider84473 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@benjamintravis66063 жыл бұрын
I love the realistic, professional reviews along with the genuine warmth of human interaction. Your interviews and interactions are outstanding.
@advrider84473 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Benjamin!
@peterjol3 жыл бұрын
I used to love driving around on my motorbike...but switching off the engine at the end of a ride always felt like such a tremendous relief...an almost silent motorbike is sure a dream of mine.
@2nd3rd1st3 жыл бұрын
These kind of bikes only get better each year, talking charging speeds and range. Handling, braking and build quality are already at levels we know from industry staples. Prices will likely take a while to get more affordable. Never hearda yous, but this test review was fun and lively, man. Great variety of activities in a concise video, great "cast", top quality!
@johnw652 жыл бұрын
*ZERO*= Phenomenal for the current technology! With battery and energy source improvements, the future is very bright indeed! Thanks for a great review! Including comments from friends and family helped as well. (BTW I'm 72...LOL)
@twowheeledgator13644 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the down to earth review. My work tested one (sans luggage) and it is a hoot. Roosts on demand. Lots of power. Quiet. Only complaint was the screen did not provide enough wind coverage for me (6’4”) nor the other test rider (6’0”). Anything over about 45mph blasted us. Other than that we liked it and hope the company buys one.
@jarretthinds56214 жыл бұрын
I had a DSR + Power Tank for a short time. I demo'ed the DSR without Charge or Power tank, then ordered one with the Power Tank. Upon getting the bike, I immediately regretted that. Don't get the Power Tank, it makes the bike so top heavy that it isn't as fun to ride, plus it doesn't go that much farther, maybe 30 miles and you lose quick charging. You might check out the FX or FXS models. I personally prefer those to the SR/DSR bikes. None of the Zero bikes can go very far, so might as well have one that is fun to ride a short distance. The FXS is a hoot to ride around town. Like a REALLY fast mountain bike.
@jogordon15303 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info on that. That wouldn’t have crossed my mind in adding to the weight of the bike. I guess my next question would be, if you found it too top heavy, could you have it removed? I’m a bit unfamiliar as to how the bikes are put together from basic to extras.
@ian4084 жыл бұрын
Pretty sweet! About the only thing electric needs to solve is distance but I'm sure that's coming. There are also third parties looking at and developing better chargers. I was curios about the belt drive. As you know, there are more than a few bikes equipped with belts and they do quite well. The biggest deal seems to come toward the end of life. Unlike a chain, once it starts to lose the teeth, it begins to come apart quickly as the belt slips which causes the next tooth to slam into the drive pulley. Based on my experience, belts are recommended for replacement between 24-40 thousand miles but often last much longer, like 60k. The primary reason for waiting has more to do with cost than anything. Great review.
@مسلمصبيح-م4ز4 жыл бұрын
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@Tothefloor4 жыл бұрын
Great 👍🏻 video! Very detailed information and wonderful editing. I have a 2016 Zero DS and love it. I couldn’t go back to a gas bike.
@vintagetweed2 жыл бұрын
Just came across your channel. Love seeing more "seasoned" riders like your selves (as opposed to some more aggressive riders reviews focused on all out performance) reviewing and enjoying bikes out on the road. Most certainly a great review, but you two are a also just blast to watch. Knowingly or not, you put smiles on a lot of faces. Keep making great content!
@Chijousaikyo4 жыл бұрын
OMG, I'm obsessed with this bike.....
@luckyqualmi3 жыл бұрын
Damn, as someone from the Black Forest I would love to ride it around it's natural habitat. :)
@francesboy23 жыл бұрын
Oh man this video was great. I couldn't ride the DSR because I'm unfortunately vertically challenged at 5'7" on a good day, but I'm seriously considering electric for my next bike. If the new FXE had a bigger battery or faster charging I'd buy one tomorrow.
@austina41893 жыл бұрын
Haha. You'd have been doing laps around that school parking lot all night. That bike will go a dozen miles on backroads after 0%, and at least 5-10 miles past 0% and 0 miles range. First hitting 0% shows 5-8 miles range left, so you'd get those miles then maybe 5-10 more. I also wish the Zeros had more regen braking, but I think that's the most they can have without needing the brake light to flash on deceleration One of my favorite things about my Zero is being able to have conversations while riding side by side with other Zeros. You and your wife must've enjoyed many quiet conversations while ninja-slicing through the mountains
@ssp77324 жыл бұрын
Absolutely nailed it.What a video! Thanks for showing a path of living.Godspeed.
@wilddude77774 жыл бұрын
Nice review! Great to see some of the local spots! Enjoy!
@peterhoffman93134 жыл бұрын
Loved the review. Thanks.
@jwntr4 жыл бұрын
Chris, do you think I could realistically do a carbon-free road tour of the country on this? What about doing the TAT? It is realistic?
@Baldy4 жыл бұрын
Ooooo, the TAT!! You know, I love this bike and can't think of one I'd rather ride on that trip, but...worrying about my next charge every 100 miles bugged me. I dunno how many level 2 chargers there are along the route. When I got to Alice's Restaurant, I was hoping they had a charger there, but no. They had a hydrogen filling station, but no charger. And it's in the land of Teslas.
@martinfoster51634 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. I think an e-bike is in my near future.
@perrymason84713 жыл бұрын
I liked your neighbor with his bicycle helmet and he also has beemer motorcycle. I work so much and when I'm not, I don't know if I want to cycle or ride. 1st world problems, haha.
@realgroktopus Жыл бұрын
It's getting there but it's not there yet. There's a whole range / rate / charge speed / price balance to strike and it hasn't been struck yet. Cars are there now (and getting better every year). But the motorcycle manufacturers need to keep at it.
@robertmeakin77034 жыл бұрын
Great review Chris! I'm going to blow off the rest of work this afternoon and go for a ride!
@franksmith96923 жыл бұрын
Love the bike. We don’t have very many charging stations here.
@jogordon15303 жыл бұрын
We don’t either and yet we have a Tesla dealership about 3 miles down the road. I’m sure they will begin to install charging stations but DC has tons of them.
@crush30554 жыл бұрын
Such a good video. Amazing job. Thank you for this this is a really good review and video. Cheers from Canada.
@danfordtv4 жыл бұрын
Great video, Baldy! But please get a camera mount so you don't need to do the handheld camera while on the street. I know it's doable but it only takes one second of distraction and that might be the end.
@jyotiguin10073 жыл бұрын
Your neighbors were happy that you finally got a quiet motorcycle, until you returned it. Now it's back to normal programming.
@jeffh.88302 жыл бұрын
Love that area to live and ride 👍🏻. So Beautiful.
@ronaldharris65693 жыл бұрын
Good job no lame humor, unreal expectations or bible passages.
@mowler80424 жыл бұрын
2017 I bought a BMW R9T that the fuel range is all over the map (no fuel gauge just a warning when you get low) that gives me anxiety when I do trips so I think this type of bike I would only consider for city.
@woodywood33883 жыл бұрын
Wonderful bike but it‘s not made for touring. I‘ve really tried to make a go of it with my Black Forest but after multiple trips where I couldn‘t find a functioning charger, endless hours of waiting to get enough juice to ride home, I‘m going back to ICE. I‘m trading my DSR for a Triumph Tiger 850. I‘ll miss the Zero, but if you want to tour you need something else. Great second bike or commuter bike, but tough to live with if you want to go far.
@AnNa-iy9us4 жыл бұрын
Toni mentioned it being heavy. Is the electric bike revolution going to be a problem for smaller/younger men or woman due to the minimum weight requirements for a long range battery pack?
@Baldy4 жыл бұрын
Good question. She's 5'6" and was on her toes, giving her less leverage because the bike is fairly tall. She wants a 350cc-class machine and this is more like 650ish.
@daydreamer83733 жыл бұрын
@@Baldy Is the Livewire a possibility for her? seems more compact.
@jogordon15303 жыл бұрын
Don’t you know, they don’t build motorcycles for us short people - only for the 6 footers !!! It drives me nuts because I’m in that boat around 5 foot 6 inches or more like 5 foot 5 inches since I’m over 50 and starting to shrink. Well looks like I’ll be looking at the basic DSR instead. Bummer..
@hokkaidorider42962 жыл бұрын
Sorry, I know this is older, but I hope you guys still keep an eye on the comments. I'm starting to look into electric vehicles as a commuter machine and something I found very off putting about Tesla was the cars being capable of doing something like faster charging or higher performance, but that capability being guarded behind a paywall. Does Zero have similar practices?
@kourtneykaribe3 жыл бұрын
This was great, Thanks! It might be a little heavy Momma, but I might try it👍🏾
@michaelgraham5943 жыл бұрын
Great video. 👍
@jjustj4 жыл бұрын
Chris, please keep up the great content, I think you've found yet one more calling,!!!!!! Is there anything you can't do well???
@JJ_ExMachina2 жыл бұрын
SO looking forward to the solid-state batteries to come out, replacing the current ones... If the specs hold true, bikes like this one, will double or triple their range and almost double their charge rates. Then I can see getting into electric vehicles. I just can't justify the purchase of one, with the range limitations that they have right now
@St.PierreProductions Жыл бұрын
How’s the bike holding up now? Highly considering getting one.
@misterd39794 жыл бұрын
That was FUN!! Now I want one ---
@mountainadventures73464 жыл бұрын
As a hunter I like being quiet. The challenge is battery life and charging.
@autohog4 жыл бұрын
Awesome review!!
@RobRoyAus4 жыл бұрын
One of the best bike reviews ever, and a sweet bike. Thanks! Unfortunately I don't want to know what the price in EV-backward Australia would be.
@scubatrucker68063 жыл бұрын
Nice review
@MontseCastillo333 жыл бұрын
Amazing, love it! Very good video!
@mojoriden3 жыл бұрын
Great review! Not the bike for me but great review.
@donaldcook7103 жыл бұрын
No tools in the toolbox. How do you mend a flat tire? How do you remove a wheel? How do you change a light emitting device?
@retrothruster2539 Жыл бұрын
Old review but I just bought a 23' DSR 14.4 yesterday, are they supposed to be really noisy at at slow speed acceleration? Mine rolls quietly and only makes a howling sound under acceleration, I have checked alignment and tension, it's almost ear piercing riding at slow speeds with no helmet. Actually, I missed the part on the video where you were accelerating at slow speeds, I guess they are pretty loud in this area. Oh, I had an Alta Redshift, it was pretty awesome.
@1vegasdood4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this review! Very interesting....
@whoscook44814 жыл бұрын
Awesome review
@PhotowalksTV4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@mrspeigle12 жыл бұрын
What kills zero for me: 1: lvl 2 charging optional, wtf? 2: no dc fast charging option, seriously? 3: dlc for your motorcycle
@FranticGuitar883 жыл бұрын
I really don't understand why a 2020 bike has incandescent light bulbs instead of LEDs. Especially an electric bike where every watt saved means more riding, less charging. I only guess it has to do with Zero being small company. Probably they have to scavenge leftover old stock parts from big manufacturers in order to keep the final product price kind of reasonable and still make a profit. What do you think ?
@garyg.19573 жыл бұрын
The EV-go station at Walgreens wasn't "in the best neighborhood" really? Overall though great review, but please try and understand where normal folks live.
@81043 жыл бұрын
I didn't get a toolbox with my Black Forest :(
@TerryMasri2 жыл бұрын
You didn't make a glaringly obvious bias review on your highly subscribed KZbin channel. No surprise there!
@jogordon15303 жыл бұрын
Did you not pay for the fast charger on the bike or did your bike only have the basic charger on it? I’m looking into this bike as I would like to do some short trips once I retire. However, at 5 foot 5 inches and 171 pounds, I’m wondering if I can handle it. I’ve been driving motor bikes for 35 years - have had everything from an 1981 Honda 400 to a Honda Superhawk, BMW 1200 and BMW 750GS. The Kawasaki Versys was the highest sitting bike at 33 inches and tough to maneuver even in my garage. You at 6/4 make it sound like it’s a matchbox so it’s difficult to guess how some of us women would make out with this bike. If I’m gonna spend the money on electric, I want something that has luggage. The basic DSR looks as though there is no optional luggage or wind screens which bums me out. I may end up going back to gas if I can handle the weight of the bike. Thanks for the review - yeah, If I was over 6 foot, I would surely buy this mother.
@jjones18503 жыл бұрын
Wow i wish I could have gotten the San Francisco sales team on the phone. I purchased my Zero from BMW Santa Rosa no fanfare no bells no whistles just an overpriced $12000 otd for a 2021 FX
@americankiwi4 жыл бұрын
Does it come with a charger for it
@tango1654 жыл бұрын
Good stuff!
@jesuisravi3 жыл бұрын
I don't get these guys who say they would miss the sound of a gas bike. Why would anyone miss all that racket?
@bryn4944 жыл бұрын
Got mine in March but no toolkit :D
@rayjensen44803 жыл бұрын
Another GREAT review! For me....this is THE VERY BEST REASON that I can think of.....why ELECTRIC anything WILL NOT EVER WORK. In California maybe.......but NOWHERE else. Range? WHAT RANGE????
@alaska793 жыл бұрын
Why so many chargers at schools?
@stubees882 жыл бұрын
Will definitely get more range with lighter, more aerodynamic luggage
@tbren93412 жыл бұрын
How much does it cost to charge it from 0 to 100%?
@silverwolfrebel47464 жыл бұрын
There's no charging units at all where I live. Home would be the only place to charge.
@countryacademy90533 жыл бұрын
I've ridden the zero line up and love them but the range kills me
@kaosbc2 жыл бұрын
two things in comparison to my vstrom... the seat is lacking, and the suspension is pretty bad, also the price is steep, I've got the time, so I'll wait for better technology and also a price more in line with my bracket.
@BosisofSweden3 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha, these oldies are all bad ass !
@davesy69692 жыл бұрын
Battery efficiency drops dramatically in freezing conditions.
@ReneMongeau13 жыл бұрын
The big issue about Zero DSR, this is not with dust roads. If I drop an electric motorcycle in deep water, is it scrap after? I can do something with a motocross in a similar situation.
@Tazdeviloo72 жыл бұрын
The batteries are sealed very well. Has the same or less electrical connections as a gas bike so you're honestly better off. No flooding the motor, leaking gas or anything.
@larrrevenga49 Жыл бұрын
I looked into these very cool for the road but I’m not interested in anything that weighs over 400 lbs
@TheBajamin2 жыл бұрын
That cahrger is SLOW. They really need to make that better. Roughly 1hr for 60%?? The range is already too low, that charging speed is way too slow.
@rainofficial19244 жыл бұрын
You shouldn't use a battery that much empty, beacuse it might pass it's limit of voltage and decrease its life A LOT
@darkheartkain3 жыл бұрын
"Extensable"???
@user-qv4rj3fo9b2 жыл бұрын
Most of the comments seem to be about the reviewer. I'm all in for EVs but there's something to be said for looks. This just looks like another Japanese motorcycle.
@silasmarner75864 жыл бұрын
For commuting it would be fine. But so's my e-bike for a thousand bucks.
@GRACEVENTURES4 жыл бұрын
New subscribers here enjoyed the video look forward to more. I've been trying to do some motovlogs myself. Maybe you would check them out?
@Brad_Jenkins3 жыл бұрын
Sell my Honda Silverwing now
@mdf19514 жыл бұрын
seems like a guessing game between charges.
@Baldy4 жыл бұрын
Yeah... The freeway is the wildcard. It’s incredible to see the charge level fall at 75 mph.
@advrider84474 жыл бұрын
@@Baldy it would be interesting to see the differences for 30 minutes at 75 mph vs 65 vs 50 etc.
@CrissaKentavr4 жыл бұрын
75 basically halves the range from 35. Gas bikes see the same increase in energy use but their idle is so wasteful to begin with you don't notice it. The 14.4 kwh battery is like having less than a half gallon of gasoline in energy!
@gmy332 жыл бұрын
Zero are fun bikes .. however you will get hardly any service .. 80 % of their bikes die within 6 uears .. its a tragedy .. i love my 2014 fx .. i have at least 10 friends who lost their zero s .. i hope newer models sre better!
@charlesmiller12223 жыл бұрын
I think our society has a tuff guy motorcycle problem. Many people in america could make use of ev bikes, if the image didnt scare them off. The rest of the world uses motorcycles for everything.
@birovsky832 жыл бұрын
BE HAPPY FOR YOUR CRUISING AROUND CHARGER. SECONDLY YOU ARE KILLER FOR CLASSIC MOTO SPORT AND SUPPORTER NWO. HAVE A NICE DAY
@azr2d14 жыл бұрын
non-stop range anxiety.. no thanks
@BoostedCruze3 жыл бұрын
Gotta invest in EV.
@48jerrybiker4 жыл бұрын
6 ft apart 😂 the mask helps your looks.
@toothasaurus3 жыл бұрын
Sponsored by AARP
@Possumliving4 жыл бұрын
"Doesn't require any maintenance" = you can't fix it when it breaks. Tool kit should consist of a pair of good walking shoes.
@blipco54 жыл бұрын
So...Two hours riding. Two hours charging. Two hours riding. Two hours charging. Two hours riding. Two hours charging. Two hou.....you get the picture. That's a big NO for me. I'll pass. 👎