2016 Zero Engineering Type 9 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Zero Engineering's classic motorcycle platform, the 2016 Zero Engineering Type 9 pairs a 1570 cc (95.8 cu in) v2, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing.
On the scales, the Type 9 measures 262 kg (578 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 636 mm (25 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,689 mm (66.5 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 10-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Zero Engineering archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2015 to 2022, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
636 mm (25 in)
Engine
Displacement1570.0 ccm (95.80 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlDouble Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
DrivelineHD transmission.
Performance
ExhaustBlack
Chassis
Frame TypeDragon nech steel pipe frame
Rake38.0°
Front SuspensionSpringer fork
Rear SuspensionMulti-link
Wheelbase1689 mm (66.5 inches)
Ground Clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre4.50-18
Rear Tyre5.00-16
Front BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Hydraulic
WheelsWire spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.262.0 kg (577.6 pounds)
Seat Height636 mm (25.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height935 mm (36.8 inches)
Overall Length2425 mm (95.5 inches)
Overall Width795 mm (31.3 inches)
Fuel Capacity10.00 litres (2.64 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBlack/brown, Dark blue/brown
InstrumentsAnalogue, minimalistic
Notes
Model id: SRK. Sold in the US. Made in Japan. Customizable.
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Seat Height
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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.
