Why Electric? Zero FX Electric Motorcycle Review

We’d given electric motorcycles the silent treatment till now and thought we’d continue the theme here. The Zero FX is modern, all-electric, and heaps of fun but is it worth the money? Or the compromise? We find out in this elaborate ploy to hide the fact that SOMEONE misplaced Ryan’s microphone.
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[@matthewfererro9981]

this man just made a motorcycle review without saying a word, bravo!

[@redpanda1971]

How the hell did you get me to watch a 10 minute silent film?!? Great work!

[@Nictwist]

honestly thought you were making a joke about the zero being quiet. suddenly i understood

[@pcd1377]

I don't even ride motorcycles but have watched every one of Ryan's videos in my feed..

[@pcd1377]

@@Nictwist well that and I suppose "not making any noise"-- silent --- in terms of an electric motorcycle that no one has versus Teslas

[@Doile911]

These dayum hooligans on their moving pictures its the tool of the devil i say!!

[@lordnox69]

and still get all the info you need to know about the bike

[@welsonjonhson8147]

The most artistic motorcycle review ever conceived and produced by human beings

[@LR-zv2lb]

For your consideration kzbin.info/www/bejne/mZuofGqnhrCFers

[@jimc793]

Gotta disagree. The video you linked to is an advertisement and doesn’t come within 100 light years of any F9 video.

[@pushkarwaretwar3152]

@@LR-zv2lb A great review but not a motorcycle review. F9 rules this world.

[@Ritalie]

The camerawork and audio effects of hearing crickets (litearlly) was just amazing. This was a masterpiece. Wow. Yeah, nobody will ever be able to catch up to F9. This was a work of art.

[@1badmex]

@@jimc793 It seems I copied the link to the video during the ad. Sorry. Here's the link I originally meant kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmPEXqaLmcaBgJo

[@DexMaster881]

Chews on Hamburger -I ride a Zero because I care for the environment . Loads it on the back of his F 250

[@erichdiebenow4727]

DexMaster881 pretty sure that’s a Nissan Titan.

[@sunnyvalejedi]

@@erichdiebenow4727 You're both wrong. It's a Tundra.

[@Ryan-iu5tx]

J Jimenez actually a Tesla semi

[@mikesimpson6757]

I think global warming is a complete racket....but i do like the Zero FX

[@erichdiebenow4727]

Ho Lee Phuk to many edges to be a tundra also the head light and brake lights don’t look like that. The biggest tell is the head light it’s much to big for a tundra.

[@wrightvcx2249]

Someone give some raise to editor and videographer. This is hands down one of the best team to produce bike review on youtube.

[@badatsomerhing]

I don't know who the editor is but I think Ryan does just about everything on this channel

[@kakkakikkare1839]

Always has been

[@chaseontwowheels]

Well said Ryan!

[@FortNine]

Thanks buddy! ~r.

[@iRxyanDestinygtaandmoreL]

🤣🤣

[@kaspergruszczynski9919]

Tbh the first half of the video I totally missed the mesage but then I got the hang of it and started to speak your language.

[@Mototzigane]

I thought he didn't "say" anything 🤷

[@Julia78309]

He did a great job ahy.

[@hurd4532]

F9 Videos just put the competition to shame.

[@crystalstanborough4053]

there awsum, wasted talent working for fortnine lol ! i dont even care what there about , its like, rite on, a new one!!!

[@EbolaSquirrel]

Crystal Stanborough nice english

[@toddc7450]

Once again

[@Bob-Maplethorpe]

Who ever does these videos is a genius.

[@Chrissepisje]

You're surely right about that. :) These guys are the bomb. Or the shit. Or whatever youthful vernacular you have for "the people to beat".

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

The video made me realize I like to hear you talking

[@abilovestotrade]

Yea man same here

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

@@abilovestotrade Plus, I'm not sure I understood his point about the bike 😅

[@abenezerkaleabyemane4857]

Also makes your realize loving the sound of a motorcycle. With a motor.

[@Samuel-H]

He's just trying to point out how its silent. I 100% agree with you, I have mad respect for this format they used but hes got a great voice and his delivery is spot on

[@dandersonjr]

I know. Scary thought isn't it.

[@DanteYewToob]

As much as I love this video (which is a lot) I really wanted to hear Ryan's thoughts in detail about this one. I got the jist and understood the basic points he was making, but I really wanted some nuance. How does he actually feel about it? How does it feel to ride? How is it for beginners and new riders? I noticed he did some offroad demos, how does it actually fare offroad and is it a decent option for short ADV/Dual Sport trips and adventures. It's a really great video, but I really wish it wasn't silent. I love Ryan's witty comments and Clarksonisms.

[@sisamusudroka3000]

If you read the description, they lost the microphone and we're left with this, beggars can't be choosers

[@Notsram77]

@@sisamusudroka3000 what a coincidence that they had technical difficulty of the audio nature while reviewing a quiet product! Hmm? You're Skeptical? How can that be?

[@sisamusudroka3000]

@@Notsram77 but it's not just a "quiet product", it's a bike. Bike review not quiet review. We expected Ryan's voice but didn't get it. The missing mic explanation is good enough.

[@DarnellJBrown]

I agree. I rarely reply to things but this wasn’t a very good video. Should have been part whatever he was thinking and the silence and then some actual commentary. Didn’t do the bike any good service. Don’t want to buy after watching that. There are other EVs out there and coming out.

[@HotCrossJuns]

@@sisamusudroka3000 It was very clearly a joke. They definitely have more than one microphone, and even if they didn't, they would just buy a new one if they lost it.

[@nephicus339]

I still love that the loudest part of this bike.... is Ryan walking up to it.

[@PatrickKQ4HBD]

I thought it was the smoking rear tire. 😉

[@ElroyMcDuff]

@@PatrickKQ4HBD I totally did not expect that haha!

[@tuihrf]

I bet Akrapovic really disliked this video

[@mathieu6222]

Best comment EVER

[@dennisb7317]

What are all the exhaust companies going to do when all bikes become electric

[@_finale]

start selling playing cards and clips to wedge into the spokes

[@olivo-viejo]

If ever I buy an electric I insist on having a lot of different exhaust sounds in my helmet. These companies can begin to produce these.

[@jimbenson3926]

Bluetooth, amps, speakers, V12 sound files from computer car games

[@Braeden123698745]

As a prospective electrical engineer a $250 Y connector is the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard. If it were my bike I'd solder the wires together and spend the $1000 on hookers and blow.

[@FortNine]

Yes, well, OEMs will be OEMs. ~RF9

[@gasdive]

I managed to score one second hand for 150, but it still stung. Still, being able to charge at 160 km/h is nice. I can and have toured on mine, even without a touring certificate.

[@FISHYFILMPRODUCTIONS]

@@gasdive what is a touring certificate? Never heard of that here in the states

[@gasdive]

@@FISHYFILMPRODUCTIONS 2:38

[@FISHYFILMPRODUCTIONS]

@@gasdive yeah I am idiot, I was way overthinking that lol

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Fabulous video gents - the amount of work that must have taken.....huge respect. ......and a familiar clip in there too to up the quality even further ;0)

[@journeybeforedestination5085]

Loved the reference. I was hoping to see your comment. Great that you all are becoming your own moto-community. Looking forward to your next video.

[@motogroover2789]

Mr Flyer, yes that now can be officially classed as "the world famous prop with sticker scene!" First class sir ;-)

[@timothysimmons9441]

Didn't know you watched F9 vids too, big fan of both channels!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I watch all the quality channels :0)

[@timothysimmons9441]

@@TheMissendenFlyer well I hope my channel will someday be there. Got my first bike in April and only got about 8 videos up before I got busy.

[@badapple65]

The cinematography is mind blowing for a KZbin channel. Smashed the *LOVE* button.

[@gregp103]

Did ya smash it? I just tapped the like button.

[@vineinc.5690]

Came her for the review, left with a whole lot more. Only F9 can capture my attention for 10 minutes straight without any words.

[@JeffThePoustman]

Best motorcycle channel on KZbin, or anywhere. By a large margin.

[@DIBYO3]

There's one called powerdrift too. Look it up. They aren't like before. Too much scripted

[@yackoa]

@@DIBYO3 yeah they (powerdrift) were good initially. But nowadays i think they hit a plateau in terms of creativity.

[@davexs]

I watch a lot of reviews and Ryan's are always creative and innovative.

[@marshallfischer3667]

Agreed

[@WojciechKalka]

100% Agreed best bike channel !!

[@AevenSong]

Is it not ironic that a "futuristic" electric motorcycle doesn't have standard LED headlights 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@neu0zzy560]

crylicstar thats what throws off rubber neckers in their v6 camrys and dodge rams .. ha

[@sn0wchyld]

You'd be surprised how many states/countries regulations don't really allow for them...

[@davecarsley8773]

Yeah, WTF!

[@Joe-bj7nz]

I fitted a LED myself on my zero ds . It was as hard as changing a bulb. But they surely should have LED from factory

[@paulbro9377]

Omg. Seriously.

[@therwfer]

AHAHA I get it, because its silent! RIGHT?!

[@kentobt8455]

Yes right

[@luka3831]

More like the bike is what the future is going to be And the video is like a old black and white movie

[@caruser4]

Wow, I watched the whole video and it went right over my head lol

[@maop]

oooohhh that's why! LOL

[@MrNightpwner]

I thought it was because I'm some ways the bike is a step backwards.

[@wnose]

IMO, the killer app for electric motorcycles is what Gogoro of Taiwan has done - their batteries are easily removable and they have gas stations all over the island that have fully charged batteries. Range anxiety is totally eliminated since riders can pull up to any station, swap their batteries and be on their way. Even faster than a gas fillup.

[@billumandal]

Works on an island (of non continental sizes). But people living in continents may think they can travel the whole of the (sub if not the whole) continent.

[@tmarritt]

Need more electric bike content the tech has come a long way in little time

[@Sparrowash97]

@ekim andersom and I love gears, same reason I hate automatics

[@willshaw3561]

@ekim andersom how much are they?

[@brianslane1058]

@@willshaw3561 My 2017 DRS was $17,000.00. However, I bout it in June of 2018 which netted me a $1500.00 discount for the previous model year, and I got another $1500.00 off because it was one of their demo models. When you add in the almost $3000.00 I got back on my taxes as a rebate for EV's, it cost my just over $11,000.00. The FX models, like the one in the video have an MSRP of 10,995.00 new with no discounts.

[@willshaw3561]

@@brianslane1058 So I'd get discounts if I buy one or no? And who pays for the discount? The government? So the tax payers..So they put my taxes up and forced me out of owning my home..So I could end up riding a e bike to work lol Ya I'm going with a DRZ400Sm Or a Harley and burning all the gas I can..

[@willshaw3561]

@@brianslane1058 I do appreciate that comment I never had any idea they gave so much back for buying a e bike it is cool idea for some people..But at this point I'm going to pass on it.. I think it's still not Economical.. The wind mills and solar is a huge flop and I'm seeing this is to ahead of it's time still.. To bad really

[@dradiscontact2003]

I'm impressed that you were able to convey the message without any audible language... Imagine what you could do in politics with that power. FortNine for Mayor of Vancouver!

[@misamisatv]

RyanF9 for PRIME MINISTER

[@masato3981]

Put FortNine in office so we can stop getting bent over by ICBC on motorcycle insurance.

[@dznnf7]

The language issue is in Montreal.....hey wait. He left there, didn't he?

[@kerrykalls7732]

Excellent ORIGINAL very ORIGINAL content as always. Thank you!

[@schregen]

ORIGINAL!

[@plankins4702]

ORIGINAL?!

[@ShreyasKa92]

This is the best creative review I've ever seen till date! Not a single word spoken but yet explained in an excellent way!!!

[@CycleCruza]

Electric Motorcycle = ASMR

[@moonmoonsarkar4408]

If cops have a tendency to pull over loud vehicles then....will this bike be never pulled over?😱

[@nithulnath9331]

I think that's the case. I built an electric motorcycle recently and by the time we had to get it on the road for testing and filming, a new rule came on the restrictions of modified motorcycles which even lead to the Motor Vehicle Department breaking into College automotive fests and seizing bikes. It was the time of the elections too. We wanted to wait for things to clear up because if they are in a mood to get us, months of our work and money will be in jeopardy. But since we were getting close to the deadline, we did not have a choice. But even after riding more than 80 km on various days, the authorities never noticed it even with its sparkling blue and white paint job. So yeah, I think that sound is a significant factor for them to get you pulled over.

[@MM3Soapgoblin]

I have a Zero SR. I love the look on cops faces when I pull up next to them and they had no clue I was there.

[@MOTOTREK]

Nicely done, Ryan + team. Great concept, well executed.

[@FortNine]

Oh hey Bret. Or Tim? Anyway, still hoping to connect with you lads in Seattle soon. ~RF9

[@dstaffx]

Now that'd be good

[@emilstahle6531]

I love this format or type of video, so great

[@nimbly1693]

If batteries were easily changed and you could have a few it might be better.

[@goldwingmoments]

Lol... awesome !!!

[@one-of-us9939]

Yes, I do love my Zero DSR. Yes, it does have limitations... that's why I have more than one motorbike. I have more than one tool in my toolbox too! Great vid!

[@thorstambaugh1520]

Its funny. You end up riding the Zero most of the time because it so damn much fun. And when you hop on the gas bike it feels like a locomotive, loud, dirty, and slow.

[@storejoshuprite]

@@thorstambaugh1520 Even funnier when you think about it is the fact that they are, generally speaking, diesel powered rolling generators. A big ass diesel engine, b.f. alternator, and 6 electric traction motors. lmfao.

[@alanowa123]

@@storejoshuprite not all od them, but yes. Just because mechanical transmissions for them have to be huge and pretty expensive.

[@thetessellater9163]

More than one tool in your toolbox, eh? Is that euphemistic speak?

[@dieselgeezer18]

@@thorstambaugh1520 if your bike is dirty its your problem because u don't clean it. If its lound install a silent exhaust, if its slow then its an old piece of crap. Gas is much more fun. Sound, smoke, gear shifting, revving and no need to wait for it to charge

[@spencerkelly9791]

That intro where he did a burnout actually made me say "holy shit" out loud

[@VibhorWase]

Holy smokes*

[@filipmach35]

I like the video, nice idea to make it look old fashion like that. However the burnout is cool but the high pitched sound of the bike reminds me my old drill :D

[@kenokrend4600]

@@filipmach35 Guessing your drill doesnt run on petro

[@Camilink94]

I legit love that you captured one of the most amazing things about electric motorcycles: Silence. I love hearing my engine roar on every turn in my sports bike, but the silent experience when riding electric is just unmatched.

[@feggerd]

One of the best reviews ever! Just bought a FX 7.2 here in Sweden and cant wait for the snow to go away.

[@CockatooDude]

Your comment is a year old now, which prompts me to ask: how's the bike been so far?

[@feggerd]

@@CockatooDude Sorry for late reply... The bike is great! Done 9000km so far and the only thing that I have done to the bike is charge and tension the belt two times. Normaly get 80-90km of range on one charge. If I ride to work (urban) I get 110-130km. Huligan riding 65-75km. No loss of battery capacity

[@CockatooDude]

@@feggerd Wow that's really nice that it's been so dependable thus far. Good stuff man.

[@trevorrobertson8556]

As a Zero FX owner, you covered both pros and cons very well. Other Zero reviews I've seen contain a few incorrect statements and you seem to always do your homework best. Maybe could have put more emphasis on the bike always being charged in the morning, but I was really glad to see you reviewing a Zero. Maybe a video in the future on SR with Power Tank?

[@FortNine]

Thanks! Means a lot coming from an owner. I would love to have a go on the SR... personally I'd take the Charge Tank though. We have a ton of Level 2 chargers around here so I could see that being seriously practical. ~RF9

[@WDGFE]

I’ve demoed an SR, and it was a blast. If I’m not mistaken, the 2018 DSR is VERY close to the SR in terms of range and power, but with a bit more suspension. LOVED the video, BTW!

[@hillie47]

Trevor, what are your thoughts on the relative silence of an electric bike? They're really interesting, and the price is fairly high, but not excessively crazy, I think. Just a little concerned about the lack of "awareness creation" lacking most of the noise that a regular bike produces, even the quiet ones. I'd probably get a small air horn as the first upgrade. :)

[@hillie47]

@@toki002 good point, but even if it only helps in limited cases, it can still help you getting noticed. Proper situational awareness is key on a bike, of course.

[@wtfcssource]

bike accelerates more often. so it creates more noise. see what you saying. but loud people do notice loud pipes.

[@festol1]

A bike review without saying any word... this is unhearded off. Great job F9 crew!

[@tbugofficial]

"unheard" of hahaha

[@DK-jd8bj]

Very confusing though, I don't know if I need one or not. Lol

[@NerdLFG]

I have a 2017 Zero DSR, and have enjoyed it for a little over a year. Essentially a model up from what was reviewed. (Just means longer range and a little more power/top speed). This review is pretty accurate. I use the bike for my work commute, and love it. Never any hassle, always a 'full tank' in the morning. And the quiet ride is really nice. I can go to In-n-Out at midnight and not wake the neighbors :D Some owners have gone for the charger upgrades that allow you to charge rather quickly using car charging stations. (less than 2 hours, some even 45 minutes or so, depending on if you plug into more than one car station!) which allows them to go for longer rides/road trips. Its POSSIBLE, but no where near the convenience of a gas bike. Having said that, this is definitely something you can see being 'the future' as soon as charging infrastructure gets built everywhere. Having said that, plugging it into a normal wall socket really does make it a super convenient and cheap commuter bike to operate. The up front cost is a bitch though.

[@henrywes2628]

I get this bike if all your doing are short commutes, it's nothing new they have had electric automobiles for over 120 years. They were marketed to women as a alternative to steam vehicles. My biggest complaint is the battery, it may last 5 years or it may not and they take too long to charge for the way I ride. Plus at this point in time it would be greener to keep your gas bike then buy one of these as the damage caused from not only making the batteries but disposing of them. When they come up with a different source of viable energy to run the electric I may think about it.

[@gctdonyre]

@Dave Stern Battery has to be replace-able in the future if we stay in lithium-ion for a while.

[@rodriguezstephano]

@@gctdonyre hopefully graphene in batteries gets adopted. It should help with longevity, capacity, and over all performance of li-ion batteries. Video of Samsung work into possible graphene batteries: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faCVmJJ4g9V6lbs

[@tylerdavidson2400]

Henry Wes Your gas bike is no way greener than this. Remember, they also need batteries and engine oil.

[@davecarsley8773]

How is you look pulling out a cord at night and plugging it in, then unplugging and wrapping it up in the morning an easier "full tank in the morning" than me sticking the nozzle in my tank for literally 18 seconds? I appreciate that you like the bike, and it's cool. But I don't think it's a huge convenience thing over a fueled bike.

[@yordan_jelev]

I must say this is the most unique bike review I've seen.

[@FarmerFpv]

The hell just happened? I watched this until the end, Congratulations!

[@mrastleysghost]

*gets a "help subtitle this video" notification* hmm...

[@JaranDalsbo]

I still don`t understand how this guy does it. This is the best quality youtube channel, and he seems to be putting litte efforts to it aswell. F9 is amazing. Probadly has a IQ of 300 or something :P

[@tigerick7291]

Probably can spell probably too 😂

[@PeterOekvist]

Guess he doesn't spell as probadly...

[@bruc1555]

Its a whole company not just him

[@darklorddylan1316]

Bruno Mikan Yeah, they have a team behind videos but usually that usually means repeatably soulless or even straight shitty content. (E.G. Buzzfeed.) Not to mention this is a motorcycle gear retailer's YT channel. I wouldn't say RevZilla makes low-quality content. Although a lot of them seem more like advertisements rather than a legitimately in-depth and informative review. But that comes from a company beholden to its suppliers. F9 has personality, style, substance, and fucking QUALITY for every video. And they care more about making an honest review than pushing a supplier's crap.

[@cisium1184]

probadly = in favor of badly provolone = in favor of volone

[@aronlw5721]

Incredible content and well crafted videos, presented in a way that just makes me want to keep tuning in! F9 just did it again, well done Ryan and Aneesh Shivanekar!

[@gradeahonky]

The sheer amount of creativity and follow through is pretty remarkable. Great production quality.

[@Ivankonermann]

Great video, amazing ability to keep people watching without any dialogue! Please add a follow-on with your read of this bikes abilities off-road. With your dirt bike background and access to trails, I was definitely hoping for more pithy commentary and what works and what doesn't. Having a silent review is cinematic genius, it also isn't as informative as it could be to help people like me considering a purchase of the FX. Keep up the great work, and add an update on the FX offroad!

[@hoodagooboy5981]

They say, "loud pipes save lives" then.... does this bike loose lives?

[@mycobrahatesyou]

After riding a couple. Yes. You can't rev when someone comes into your lane, you can't make yourself known. Horns don't have nearly the same effect as a rev, people ignore them too often. These are unsafe, the range is terrible when riding hard, overpriced junk.

[@robcampbell3235]

Loud pipes dont save many lives... Have you noticed loud bikes are loud AFTER the bike has passed? From behind the bike? Im sure some cager has been startled out of somnambulism by a loud pipe but wont save ya from granny making a left ahead of ya.

[@PhantomRides]

Award for Originality goes to....

[@ssneg]

Shhh! 🤫

[@testplmnb]

Charlie Chaplin

[@alejandrodg82]

This has to be one of your best videos YET. Congrats F9, this was beautiful

[@iantyers2086]

For a bike that quiet to have a kickstand that noisy is unforgivable!!! 😂

[@donmichigan8201]

Loud kickstands save lives. :•D

[@yutwob]

Props for having the confidence in your viewers to commit to no voice. Great video!

[@MagicToaster_1fan]

*before* : I need this bike *after* : I need this bike and have _proof_

[@mikebrunskill420]

Simply the best review I've ever seen. Well crafted, intelligent, funny, informative.

[@MrMegaPerez]

Another piece of art 😃 you inspired me to make videos :)

[@MathieuTechMoto]

8:24 Windows 95 XD ,you guys are the best !

[@duroxkilo]

i still have 10 windows 3.1 and 95 licenses (framed), if you feel nostalgic i could help :}

[@Baleur]

THE CAMERA WORK!! THE AUDIO QUALITY! Dude this is just, beyond National Geographic level. How are you not on TV yet? Oh right, because TV is obsolete now. xD

[@kkush8577]

What an inspiration man, first 30 seconds i was like when will this montage end and then i soon realised this is not your regular bike review. Literally no words to describe this ❤️

[@JoeGo101]

Nice play on the silent treatment hehehe :D

[@aidanmorgan6291]

JoeGo101 your video was in this in case you didn’t see

[@aidanmorgan6291]

Is that what your talking about

[@aidanmorgan6291]

First

[@JoeGo101]

@@aidanmorgan6291 they asked me if they could use my video in there new video. I said yes 😎👍

[@aidanmorgan6291]

JoeGo101 oh I forgot most people asking other you tubers to use their video

[@nates78]

life is better when you guys make videos. Thank you

[@jnb894]

6:37, that part! Hahaha!! Brilliant, simply brilliant video! As usual, outstanding quality! Awesome work again! Well done F9!!!!

[@buddywhatshisname522]

This has to be my favourite video you’ve done... and I’m a huge fan of buster Keaton.

[@MillionairesDiary]

This is the classiest video I have ever seen, the entire experience is a masterpiece

[@RhoadsChristopher]

What kind of exhaust should I get for my electric bike. : ]

[@WDGFE]

Something from Kirby or Hoover, maybe? 😏

[@dstaffx]

A piece of plastic to rattle against the wheel spokes.

[@SDP17]

Install a speaker with exhaust sound recorded.

[@motomookie8032]

dstaffx Best comment ever!!😂😂😂

[@misamisatv]

A kazoo!!

[@f18a]

As always, an imaginative, informative, and extremely well produced video. Really great job. As to your observations and conclusions, I'd say that you were strong on left-brain facts but a bit light on the right-brain delights that riding a Zero FX provides. To me, it feels otherworldly to whack the throttle (rheostat) at 20 MPH and then fight to keep the front wheel down for 200 yards -- all silent. That silent-green sea of torque makes this bike special. The rest is just numbers.

[@superkmpm]

WHAT KIND OF MONSTER JUST EATS HIS BAGELS PLAIN

[@mistaecco]

Me, when I buy bagels and forget I have no condiments in the house.

[@misamisatv]

It is BLASPHEMY!

[@metalpoint]

me

[@leftcoaster67]

I just have my sesame seed bagels with butter.

[@cisium1184]

Those are metric bagels. They're supposed to be eaten plain.

[@mfbfreak]

This is beautiful! I've never seen such an awesome and unique review. Well done.

[@Killercoddbz]

This may be one of the most creative videos I've ever watched.

[@jaiburlingham2615]

I stop everything I'm doing to watch a new F9 video 👌🏽

[@Llyander]

I get the practicality in urban settings, but I need a bike to commute 55 miles each way on motorway to get me to work. Electric tech still can't give me that without some serious range anxiety. But hey, big step in the right direction!

[@LuisMartinez-ks1uw]

They have bikes that go way beyond 55 miles. Just gotta pay more haha

[@leslieaustin151]

Luis Martinez you misunderstood, he needs the bike to go 110 miles per charge (he said 55 each way). And on a motorway, so has to do it fast. That looks like a fail to me, so far. Doubtless the tech will catch up one day, but it’s got a long way to go from here (pun somewhat intended). Les in UK

[@jordenfoster]

I believe the bike chargers faster than 8 hours. You only need enough range for a one way trip if you have a charger at the other end.

[@Llyander]

At least right now - No. No charging points anywhere near me. :/ They are slowly becoming more common in the UK, though.

[@gasdive]

@@Llyander Most workplaces have electricity. If you can plug in at work, the bike will be full before you head home. No more having to stop on the way home for fuel, no more having to warm the bike before you ride home. No more paying for petrol and maintenance. It's like having a working week that's half an hour shorter but getting paid more. Try asking. My work was reluctant at first but it fitted with their green goals.

[@debarghabiswas6858]

Sir Charles Chaplin would have been proud You guys are so good Sometimes it's scary

[@David-ej1ps]

Me : how good is your cinematography?? FortyNine: yes

[@aydict]

Best short film I have watched this year

[@ptolemyp-w]

Keep up the good work love the vids

[@drew1121]

Not even motorcycle reviews. Makin short film pieces👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Alonsooooooo]

This is the best review I ever seen in my life

[@mauricetremblay1324]

Hands down! The best KZbin video I have ever watched. Absolutely amazing. Thanks again for the honesty and quality.

[@YeeLeeHaw]

This was a joy to watch, just shows how most people with expensive camera gear waste their money when what they really needed is some lessons in how to film and tell a story properly. You have set a new standard and now I don't feel like watching a regular review with someone blabbing anymore.

[@Mister_OCD]

That intro was so sick! 🔥

[@Grim_Beard]

In the meantime, my CB500F can do over 300 miles to a tank at a decent cruising speed (60-70mph) and refills in just a couple of minutes. When an electric 'bike gets even close to that, I'll be interested. Maybe 5-10 years from now?

[@johnludmon510]

At the moment electric bikes make no sense at all unless you ride short distances to work 20 to 30 miles tops and recharge overnight. The cost of the things is also prohibitive in the UK they are about £14,000 with the rebate for something that wouldn't compete with a 250 scooter performance wise. You also have to factor in replacing the battery as these have a life and degrade with use & I suspect how it is used and temperature it is used in. Untill the range goes up to 400/500 miles & the cost comes down to near parity with and equivalent ordinary motorcycle I will not be buying one.

[@Grim_Beard]

@Waxel Punkt. That would be my solution too. The main difficulty would be standardising for size, shape and access, as they'd be too heavy for people to lift easily and swapping them would need to be mechanised.

[@scowler92]

Exactly my problem. EVs will always suck in the range department. Sure, you can stop and charge it, but that gets boring after a while. Really, they should try to market this to civilian hunters.

[@edsonroadmoto]

So your channel gets a lot of attention from your North America neighborhood ( USA 🇺🇸 and Mexico 🇲🇽 ). You are on point with the pros and cons. Even someone who commutes 30 miles in Phoenix might come across issues with over heating/ thermal since it is over 80 degrees F majority of the time. Perhaps it needs better cooling options available for the regions that get more ☀️ and less ❄️ ?

[@chrisb7051]

Try 2-5 years from now, technology is expanding at an exponential rate. 10 years from now every car company will have a relatively affordable, all electric, self driving car. I’m sure they’ll have motorcycles that can go pretty far haha

[@milescorporosus4058]

I had never heard of this and didn't realize I needed one in my life until just now. Damn it.

[@rustyevolution6298]

Zero Motorcycle. Well worth it for urban commutes, and beating out shorter trails in a stealthy fashion. Any video with Buster Keaton included. PRICELESS!!!!

[@one-of-us9939]

I've had mine for 2 years now... And I love it! First bike I ride, last bike I ride... every year. Yes, it snows here... Cheers

[@MaTriXzvR]

3:21 Your stupid trails ruined my windows homescreen

[@PedroCarvalhoLC43]

production value: off chart! well done!

[@klausbrinck2137]

No Sound, and the Subtitles aren´t working either!!!

[@caitlinbrierley1699]

Nobody else could produce anything of this calibre. Just proves how talented you are.

[@Kkakay77]

I love the early 1900's movie style. It really makes the video special.

[@drio420]

Great review. Looooove my 2018 FX. I've been riding my 2004 dl1000 for 13 years now. Never would have heard me complain about power or torque.... but after a few weeks on the FX I felt like that behemoth was a big slow turd! Range and braking are the biggest drawbacks to the FX for sure. Every single person I've let ride it lets out a gleeful wheeeeeeee when they try it. The torque is so addictive.

[@Wolvaroo]

I really loved my 2019 FXS when I lived and commuted within the big city. Now that I bought a house out in the country I still love it, but it's far less utilitarian. I miss road trips =(

[@JQUICK21]

Can you put Super Moto tires on it????....Since I won't be doing much off-road riding myself....I'm 63! LOL

[@Yggdrslll]

@@JQUICK21 Check out the Zero FXE, it's their supermoto version of the FX. I bought one about a month ago, and I love it.

[@GTChucker86]

Not a single word was spoken and yet its still one of the most comprehensive reviews i have ever watched.

[@duroxkilo]

let's not exaggerate.. it is on the artistic side of things :}

[@Motorizoner]

First things first, what a entertaining review, loved it! It’s time for an Update Ryan! Please review the new Zeros, the brand new SR/S and SR/F, and the royalty ev, the Harley-Davidson LiveWire! Please! Best wishes from Germany and stay healthy everyone!

[@Lexyboogie]

I bet that’s insanely cool and fun to ride, but I just can’t trust a motorcycle that doesn’t make noise. I do a lot of city riding and it’s imperative for people to hear me coming.

[@odys3803]

Like most things it´s a habit. Your riding will eventually adjust, just like switching from manual to automatic transmission.

[@Lexyboogie]

@@odys3803 That's not the point I was making though. I'm fine with the way it rides, I'm just commenting on the lack of noise from the motor. I'm not a fan of quiet bikes in the city because cars can't hear you coming. Throttle blipping has saved me so many times.

[@odys3803]

@@Lexyboogie there's definitely a horn on a bike, throttling is just more convenient. To me it seems some people just ignore other people, bikes, car on the road, no amount of revving or honking helps.

[@andreirosass]

F9 really deserves +1M followers. You guys are amazing in every video.

[@MCILLDISSNEELAND]

this is an artistic short film rather than a bike review

[@Neojhun]

Zero FX is very much stuck 2018. It is not a good representation of BEV Motorcycles as it is missing important features. 1. Bigger Capacity denser 20kwh Battery 2. J1772 19kw Onboard AC Charger. 3. Mass Production Scale. Without those massively important factors. BEV Motorcycles makes no sense. We need that ASAP.

[@SahilBrar]

I really LOVE THE EXHAUST NOTE.....🔥

[@tbsdrummer87]

Thought I was gonna only watch a minute or two but watched the whole thing. Probably the only KZbin video beyond the length of a music video I’ve watched entirely and enjoyed. Great film work and editing

[@gabrielfraser2109]

Ryan is saying "Look, it's a completely silent review, to highlight the silent motorcycle!", and that's something to be proud of.

[@jezzsareen7]

How do you people come up with such Innovative ideas to make a review!!?!?

[@Hubris2]

You mean, where F9 came up with the concept of a silent film?

[@itchypalm36]

This is Zero's SHORT range bike. If you get the 14.4Kw DS/DSR you can EASILY travel over 115 miles per charge and quick re-charge to 80% in an hour. I've managed to do a 370 mile day trip in Northern Michigan with ease on my 13Kw (2016) Zero DS. I'd encourage you to compare the 14.4Kw DS with factory quick charging next time. Oh and the "Taxpayers money" part... Don't forget the billion's of dollars that go to oil companies every year in America... For the past 100+ years. That always seems easily forgotten ;)

[@stevebolton8471]

You have to factor in 20% power loss and therefore range over the lifetime of the battery pack and reduced battery performance in winter with lower temperatures. Plus if your travel on freeways / motorways the range falls off at those speeds. I don't think I could reliably do a 75 mile daily commute over 5 years but I may be wrong. ( I can't charge at work)

[@itchypalm36]

@@stevebolton8471 There's several guys on the ZERO forum that have 4+ year old Zero's with over 70,000 miles and no noticeable battery degradation. I just rode my Zero today 35 mile's in Michigan's crisp 39 degree morning. I maybe lost 2% more charge then I would on a 70~80 degree day. I can regularly get 90 miles without trying, on the expressway even in cold weather. If I stay easy on the throttle I can get near 120 miles.

[@stevebolton8471]

Anthony Helmholdt wow, that’s good to know. What speed are you doing constantly. I rode a BMW C Evolution and the range dropped like a stone as soon as I hit 50mph on a motorway (that was speed restricted). After 45 miles I had 40% battery left and luckily was allowed to recharge at the hotel I was eating lunch at. Loved no gears though so I ended up with a DCT Honda for just over 50% of the price of an electric bike and I get 84mpg average over 5k miles.

[@itchypalm36]

@@stevebolton8471 To achieve 110+ miles I need to keep my Zero DS at about 65 mph average. This is fine for most Michigan backroads and state highways. If I need expressway I usually keep it under 80mph and can still get 90ish miles per charge. PS, I push the range of this bike often because my in-laws have a cottage exactly 100 miles expressway, or 93 miles on state highways/backroads. I have to stop and charge for about 40 mins if I take the expressway. If I take backroads (less-traffic, curvy, and more fun anyway) I can go the whole way without stopping and arrive with about 10~15% left depending on outside temperature and my speeds.

[@omriarielly1]

excellent nod to Buster Keaton in the end...

[@FortNine]

Damn - was hoping someone would notice The General reference. Nice. ~RF9

[@nealheder]

I am buying a DSR 13 just now after testing it just for 10 minutes. Instant love story, selling my HD for it. I'll miss the old one for its sound and personality, but the Zero was soooo easy going and enjoyable. The bit about traction control and the crash videos you played in your review made me shiver, I'll admit, but it felt so nice ! Beautiful and honest review (though, owning an electric car too, I'd concur with other owners here to say that an EV means that your tank is full every morning).

[@d-day4165]

I don’t know how I missed this one but it’s probably one of your most creative vlogs.

[@xterrential]

So when batteries are obsolete and capacitors are the source of power will these bikes be able to adapt so we dont have to throw them out?

[@Xrelent]

That's a good question. From what I've read, upgrading your battery to one with different specs is nuanced. So probably not without a bit of work on either the manufacturer's part or the mechanic's part.

[@kalel33]

I know the old DSR from 2010-2011 you can DIY Nissan Leaf batteries for $700 and you have a new battery. It's also very simple to do.

[@UltimatePwnageNL]

If anyone bothers to release a conversion kit for this particular model, probably yes. It'll probably also need a new charger though.

[@jims6235]

Yes f9 vid! Thx guys!

[@sajjanj]

Well scripted video review. Very unique! :-)

[@jasonprevilon9555]

The music was amazing. I cry, it was so emotionally moving.

[@philmbu6741]

One word : WOW! FIRST SILENT REVIEW I HAVE EVER SEEN YET SO INFORMATIVE! GREAT JOB!