Zero's Lively New FXE Just Might Be the Ultimate Lane-Splitting Ninja

What, exactly, is the Zero FXE?

It's Zero’s new affordable electric commuter motorcycle. Developed in collaboration with San Francisco’s renowned Huge Design, the Zero FXE is billed as “the motorcycle of tomorrow, available today.” Granted, this dirtbike-looking street bike bears a strong resemblance to the dirtbike-looking FXS that came before; however, this model boasts significant aesthetic, ergonomic and performance advantages over that one. Those upgrades are reflected in the pricing: the FXE starts at $11,795, or $1,850 more than the FXS.

Is the FXE new?

Relatively. The Zero FXE rolled out to dealers in late July. 

What makes this Zero special?

The aforementioned team-up with Huge Design brought this concept vehicle to life with uncommon panache. The FXE boasts custom LED headlights and a bonded TFT display, plus a surprisingly functional, comfortable and frankly dope-looking form factor that makes it super-easy to handle, even with a seat height (32.9 inches) that could be tricky for a beginning rider...or a 29-inch-inseamer like yours truly.

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