With more than 20 years of experience pioneering electric motorcycle technology, Zero Motorcycles is taking another major step forward in EV charging, with the development of new Level 3 DC fast charging technology.
Currently under development by Zero’s engineering team, the new CCS port and DC fast charging module will be available for new Street and Dual Sport category motorcycles* later in 2027.
The system is also being engineered to be retrofittable as an accessory on Street and Dual Sport motorcycles from Model Year 2022 onward.
For Zero, this breakthrough is about more than just faster charging; it’s about making next-generation charging accessible across the motorcycle’s ownership lifecycle.
“DC fast charging is an important benefit for making the transition to electric mobility and will attract more riders to the Zero brand. It’s also a feature some of our customers have been asking us for, and we’ve been listening. We didn’t just want to offer this technology on future Zero models but also give thousands of existing Zero owners the opportunity to benefit from this new capability, further increasing the value of their bike. That’s why we will make the CCS port and DC fast Charging module available as an accessory on relevant 2022 and newer motorcycles. And we’re doing it at the right time— DC fast charging continues to expand rapidly across Europe and North America, giving riders greater freedom to travel farther and faster” said Pierre-Martin Bos, CEO Zero Motorcycles.
Zero already allows customers to upgrade their standard 6.6 kW charge configuration on select Street and Dual Sport models to 12.6 kW through its Rapid Charge System, which can be purchased and installed through a local dealer. This Level 2 charging capability is an industry benchmark and complements the standard on-board charger, reducing typical charge times from 20% to 80% to under 45 minutes. By adding Level 3 DC fast Charging on all Street and Dual Sport motorcycle models with a battery capacity of up to 17.3 kWh, Zero continues to push the boundaries by offering a 20% to 80% charge time of under 30 minutes.
Additional information regarding compatible models, retrofit requirements, pricing, availability and final charging specifications will be announced as the development continues.
*Zero Street and Dual Sport category models include S, SR, SR/S, SR/F, DS, DSR and DSR/X equipped with the Cypher III Operating System
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Zero Motorcycles is the global leader in electric two-wheel transportation and powertrains, combining Silicon Valley innovation with traditional motorcycle DNA. Since its founding in 2006, Zero has pioneered the category with industry-leading technology, uncompromising performance, and a growing global dealer network. Today, Zero continues to shape the future of transportation with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and leadership in EV mobility.
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Original post on modernclassicbikes.co.uk and published by Frank Duggan. Frank is the Founder and Editor of Modern Classic Motorcycle News, an independent motorcycle publication covering modern classic motorcycles, roadsters, scramblers, cruisers, electric motorcycles and the wider motorcycle industry.
