The Best Motorcycle for Beginners (Zero DS)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ย. 2024
- Take a ride with me as I explain why this is the absolute best beginner motorcycle money can buy.
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Thank you for this video. I really was encouraged with how you shared about what lead you to buying a bike. So happy for you! I'm hoping I can find this bike here in Canada.
Thank you for taking the time to check it out! Hopefully you can find a zero. Good luck🤞
@@RomanDeHonney thank you!
Not only a "best beginner bike". Perfect for commuting and daily use. Love it ... 10 months and 14.500km after I bought one. :-)
I really like your videos. This is a really honest, and realistic perspective on the Zero electric motorbike. And I happen to agree with you on so many points, where the electric blows away a combustion engine based bike. The biggest issue I have with my 250 cc bike is the noise, and not even a $1000 helmet and noise cancelling ear-buds is going to help get that down to the level on an electric bike. For me, that, and the minimal maintenance(belt drive, yes!) are worth the premium cost, long term. Keep on posting.
Exactly, sounds is huge for me, if you’re planning to keep something why not spend a little extra. Yes I plan to keep making videos about this zero. thank you for taking the time out your day to watch my videos!
As a newbie rider, I totally agree with you and also looked at some of the Honda’s with DCT but they were too big for me as.a short girl and a beginner.
The custom ride set up was a lifesaver for me! I learned on an old Zero XU and used the app to make my 2021 Zero S perform like the XU and slowly been playing with the settings! So the bike can grow with you.
But beware of hitting the throttle accidentally! I did that a few times and slammed my bike into the ground😮
Thanks for the video bro, no longer on the fence about an e-bike. You made some great points. Gonna pull the trigger soon!
Do it!!!! Haha you’ll fall in love.
Go for it man, you won't regret it!, they are Brilliant!
We were on the same wavelength the week you posted this, because I uploaded a similar video and I agree with all the reasons you said the Zero makes a great beginner bike, including the low maintenance. And as Crissa mentioned, the Zero does not care if you drop it. I've literally grinded my zero into the pavement when I dropped it and it came up fine.
Nice glad to hear you’re Ok and the motorcycle as well. I came close to dropping it doing some off road king but luckily I haven’t. Man these zeros are stating to look better and better with gas prices!!
@@RomanDeHonney Right? No kidding! i have the charge tank upgrade and charge my bike at a public station so I haven't even had to use my own electricity on the bike yet!
i like that you talked about learning a lot from youtube videos and you made a video so others can learn from you too.
I need this video in my life, good man!!
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The ability to limit and adjust makes this a serious beginner bike. I’m looking into getting a bike and your breaking down that feature set was a major selling point for me.
I think I was in a very similar position as you were. However, I did take the motorcycle safety class an did learn how to ride on a traditional gas bike and took my road test on a Honda Rebel 300. With that said I am absolutely going the electric for all of the reasons you listed.
Thanks for the video this is something I did not know was even a thing until recently. I always wanted to get a bike but the extra work and maintenance was a big thing I didn't want to do. Taking care of my pick up is enough. The idea that it's electric and i could commute to work and stuff with it on non rainy days is awesome with today's fuel prices.
This is such a great video...i feel i am in the same postion over the pond...I had been waiting all summer to get one but failed my full test but I still have my cbt...i think this video will convince me this is the bike i need i just hope the 14.4kw battery doesnt make the bike too heavy
Zeros are wonderful bikes: quiet, powerful, easy to ride, and I really loved my DSR. I also loved my first bike, coincidentally an NC 750x with DCT. So the first 4 years of my biking career was fully automatic. Just a month ago I bought my first manual bike, and all I can say is I wish I‘d done it sooner. Riding automatics only is great fun but very restrictive in terms of what bikes you can use. And if you like to tour, you will find that Zeros are not yet there in terms of range and charging times. By all means learn how to handle a bike by learning on a Zero, but don‘t forget to learn to use a clutch along the way. I will go back to electric at some point but, for now, I‘m having a blast on a manual bike.
Yes indeed I may look at a manual eventually but it’s good to find your balance and get comfortable as far as safety with zeros.
Love the transparency of your history and thought process with motorcycles. I’ve been looking for videos like this for a long time. I’m looking forward to more of your content. I do have one question though. How was your motorcycle exam? Were there any issues using an electric motorcycle for it?
Good job I’m caught in between getting a zero s or a dsr figure I go for the top of the line in that model I’m new to riding also gonna take the bike course and as you did ask a lot of questions to experienced riders thanks for sharing bro
I hope you will do more videos on the Zero DS. Thank you, Roman.
Good commentary bro! Nice bike as well! One day!
My driving lessons were on a KTM Duke 125ccm. So I had some concerns that a Zero S or DS would overpower me (absolute beginner), because they are so much more powerful: 60 hp peak power and 109 Nm torque.
I was surprised that my concerns were absolutely unfounded: At every moment I found the Zero S was well-behaved and a lot easier to handle actually - because there is no clutch, yes, but also the power delivery is sooo well defined and controllable.
Btw, and maybe this is a European point only: The Zero S and DS classify as A1 bikes, despite their peak power and torque.
Thanks for sharing this video man!
Great honest video Thank you
My partner wants a bike to start … convinced me and I’ll get one too and leave the GS1200 at home and join her as explore off-road within the distance charged
HOLY SHIT I KNEW I RECOGNIZED THAT ROAD!!! thats near bethal park in west mifflin, im actually saving up so i can drive around there so glad to know it keeps up
Yes indeed! Hahah
Really cool bike man.
Great video. Have been thinking about getting a Zero and this has helped a lot. More videos please!
What you you like to see?
@@RomanDeHonney More about the app would be great. Maybe some demos on eco mode vs performance mode? Also why choose the DS vs DSR? Thanks!
You will love a Zero, they are brilliant, I have the DS and i love it!
I ride a 2019 zero s zf14.4
Yes everything he is saying is true.
have some videos on my channel showing the zero through some canyon here in socal.
i still think its important people learn how to use a clutch and shift, but yes the poster is correct. shifting and clutching is pretty useless in street riding in the future. perhaps only used at a track.
Great vid man. I'm considering getting this exact model myself in May. Still tryin' to decide if I want to add the power tank or charge tank.
Which did you go for because I’m trying to decide that as well.
Super helpful video, thanks. Sounds like you're used to riding bicycles - how did you find the transition to foot braking? Debating between this and a scooter, which would keep the hand braking I'm used to as a cyclist.
Glad I could help a little, so there’s still a hand brake on the right side, it accounts for about 70% of the stopping power. It can be use by its self for most stops. The rear brake on the right foot is about 30%. I tend to use both on stops depending on how fast I need to stop.
Sort of the Subaru of bikes. Very sensible. You did a good job covering all aspects. So for me it's CanAm Ryker or Zero DS?
Guess it depends on your style motorcycles always look cooler to me haha
You deserve more views
Haha thank you
Zero DS is great if you have over a 33" inseam. If your short like me the SR or S would be better! Enjoy you videos.
How tall are you? I’m 5,10 and deciding on this or the S
Good for you!
Thanks
I plan to biy Zero S 14.4 but worrried about no fast charger at public charge stations. I have to travel 250km at Europe and needs a Type 2 fast charge option.
Ride expecting drivers are trying to ambush you.
Slow down for intersections when there's a vehicle in the opposite direction fixin' to turn left and speed up when you reach the intersection and they have not begun to turn.
Drive extra carefully near elderly living facilities. Those places are magnets for vision-impaired drivers.
Beware of grass clippings and leaves; particularly on curves.
Love this!
Thank you for the support
Enjoyed the video, Very nice Helmet!
What make and model is it?
I also have a Zero DS 14.4, 11kw, love the bike and have had a few extras put on
Carrier/Givi Top box, 2 side panniers, Wind shield, Air horn, Handle bar protectors
and Crash bars, A real head turner.
Its a really fun bike .. but .. zero does not support right of repair and also will not help you to keep your bike running ... please keep this in mind .. ask 10 zero owners after 5 year of ownership .. i rest my case . .. have fun !!!! Coming from a formerly zero fx addict :-)
This video speaks to me directly
Thanks, man for this awesome (honest ) video 💪😍you have been so honest about your experience wich, I was like woowo that's exactly me
This guy is me 😂
-I am a total beginner yeah I have experience with cycling but this different no experience with motorcycles once so ever
- I am so scared of riding and I have a friend at work who had an accident with Which reminds me sorry man for your friend, after this accident, I said forget about my life matter
- was worried about how to ride one but when I saw this brand and it the oldest brand in the field of electric motorcycle and it's easy to ride and kind of affordable this bike last check on the official website 10 k which a very a good deal
Thanks man so much for this video 🤩
I thought the park area looked familiar. At the 4 minute mark I was able to confirm where you were. Did you pick your bike up locally? I didn't realize there were any dealerships in our area.
Cleveland Moto, give them a call they’re super thorough. Told me everything I needed to know and got a delivery scheduled to my house
Hey Roman, I'm also looking into getting my 1st motorcycle and I'm hesitating between the DS and the FX, because of weight. I wonder if you had tried the FX or have some recommendation about my dilemma. Peace!
Buy a brand new Honda Forza 125 and the cost difference between that and a zero with fast charge option ( which should be standard at this price) will pay for 150,000 miles of fuel. Think about that b4 being a mug and looking "cool" This bike with fast charge needs to be around 8-9k max.
Yep I want one but they cost way tooooo much at this early juncture and they have only been in the business for 10 years now but when the Indonesia electric motorcycles come out with these features they'll be at the $4500 to $5500 dollar price range which is a lot more affordable for the man with a mortgage and bills too !!!
@@jeffreyelliott622 but will they have the same quality, reliability, dealer support network?
@@peterstanz3724 It's hard to say but I would think so at least it's NOT China bikes !!!
@@jeffreyelliott622 We do seem to be between dreadfully overpriced or cheap n' nasty with electric bikes at the moment. Some middle ground needs covering. With that in mind I went to see the new Seat Mo/ Silence S01 a couple of days ago. I was quite impressed in the chunky build quality and clever design However the big hurdle then was insurance. As a new driver to e-motorbikes the Seat Mo come in at £475 GBP with a mandatory excess of £1200 which is crazy at 53 years old with a clean driving license, I would dread to think what a Zero at three times the price would be on insurance. Suffice to say currently it's cheaper for me to drive a gas guzzling polluting sports car.
My first bike is an out of warranty Zero S. You can set the torque to your skill level. You get to focus on the skill of riding instead of fighting an engine to stay running.
A Zero doesn't care if you drop it.
Yes indeed glad you can attest to the greatness of a zero! Haha
100% agree with this statement!
Do you have a motorcycle license then ?
Yes you have to have a license or permit where I’m located I believe.
Im late to the party...seat height ok? Im 5'10.....29.5 inseam...ty in advance✌️👍🏻
Anyone know the make of Lid (helmet) Roman's wearing?
It’s an icon airflite helmet
Do you do a lot of off-roading? I’m looking at the zero S, mainly for the fast it’s the road only bike. Not sure I’d use one off-road, or even where I would do that.
Not super often it’s nice to have the ability to though. Next season I might put some street tires on it
i neeed it!!!!!
I don’t see a $5,000 difference between this and the Zero FX!
Do you think height matters? I’m only 5’1 and my husband is 6’0.. we’re wanting to buy our first motorcycles to ride together but I’m not sure if it’ll be hard for me considering my height
Now I need to buy a zero
They’re awesome! Get it!
Trading in my Honda Silverwing for this bike.
Niiiice
What’s the real life highway range?
Thanks for the video!
Strictly Highway your only getting around 45 miles
Would you recommend this motorcycle for taller riders?
Absolutely I’m 6’5 and it fits me well.
@@RomanDeHonney thank you!
Great beginner video!
Thank you!!
Where did you buy that helmet?
Gives me master chief vibes! Revzilla though it’s the icon airflite.
I need that helmet, link?
www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/icon-airflite-peacekeeper-rubatone-helmet?gclid=Cj0KCQiAosmPBhCPARIsAHOen-MiUVcucFjIm0u48l68TgMN6B_7p-PPiEGkxRLDZCLM-C6qP1Y1gpoaAkLuEALw_wcB
welcome to the future!
Yes indeed, it’s only getting better!
the price tho