2021 Zero Engineering Type 8 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Zero Engineering for the classic motorcycle segment, the 2021 Zero Engineering Type 8 pairs a 1202 cc (73.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 92.0 x 114.3 mm (3.6 x 4.5 inches).
On the scales, the Type 8 measures 220 kg (485 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 680 mm (26.8 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,600 mm (63 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. 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 3 indexed model years from 2015 to 2021, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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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
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.