2015 Zero Engineering Type 5 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Zero Engineering's custom - cruiser motorcycle platform, the 2015 Zero Engineering Type 5 utilizes a 1337 cc (81.6 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 88.8 x 108.0 mm (3.5 x 4.3 inches).
On the scales, the Type 5 measures 250 kg (551 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 660 mm (26 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 720 mm (28.3 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 7-liter (1.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Zero Engineering archive, this model family spans 5 indexed model years from 2015 to 2023, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
660 mm (26 in)
Engine
Displacement1337.0 ccm (81.58 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsHarley-Davidson engine.
Bore x Stroke88.8 x 108.0 mm (3.5 x 4.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Carburator in the US.
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate coil spring
DrivelineHD transmission.
Chassis
Frame TypeGooseneck frame
Rake33.2°
Front SuspensionSpringer fork
Wheelbase720 mm (28.3 inches)
Ground Clearance100 mm (3.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre5.00-16
Rear Tyre5.00-16
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight250.0 kg (551.2 pounds)
Seat Height660 mm (26.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height930 mm (36.6 inches)
Overall Length2300 mm (90.6 inches)
Fuel Capacity7.00 litres (1.85 US gallons)
Oil Capacity2.80 litres (2.96 US quarts)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack, white, dark green
InstrumentsCompact analogue
Notes
Model ID: DRA in the EU and Japan, JRK in the US. Zero Engineering is a Japanese brand.
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
