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“We didn’t just put a fairing on an SR/F.” So said Abe Askenazi, CTO of Zero Motorcycles, at the unveiling of the all-new SRS in New York City on Wednesday afternoon. And thanks to some critical differences between this new bike and its incredibly fast and fun older brother, we’re inclined to agree.
Having spent a little time with Zero’s first fully faired ride, we’re most excited about the following distinguishing features of the SR/S.
1. It’s Comfier
Whereas the SR/F is an F-16, Zero likens the SR/S to a private jet. Toward that end, it features lower pegs and higher handlebars for a more upright and relaxed riding position. Even passengers benefit from lower pegs and a bigger seating area. The SR/S also integrates with luggage for those who like to travel with more than a backpack.
But that’s not to say this thing is a rolling sofa. With advanced aerospace design as its inspiration, the bike’s fairing boosts efficiency and range by 13 percent, promising to top 200 city miles — with the addition of Zero’s Power Tank — when you lean forward and tuck into the cockpit. A new mirror position (below the handlebars, rather than popping out the top) encourages this aerodynamically optimized position, whether you’re zipping through city traffic or flying down the highway.
