Side-by-Side Comparison

Zero DS vs BMW M 1000 XR

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Cuba.

Zero

Key Specifications

Zero DSSpecBMW M 1000 XR

$25,000Price$32,000

—Engine (cc)999

91Power (hp)201

9999Torque (Nm)113

—Mileage (km/l)15.0

9999Weight (kg)223

—Fuel Tank (L)20

8.2Rating9.5

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BMW M 1000 XR

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

Electric motorEngine TypeOil/water-cooled, four-cylinder, four-stroke, in-line engine with four valves per cylinder and BMW ShiftCam

Z-Force ControllerController Type—

Single-speedTransmission TypeManual

Belt driveDrive TypeChain Drive

Zero MotorcyclesBrandBMW

DSModelM 1000 XR

Zero DSBike NameBMW M 1000 XR

2023Model Year2024

Dual SportCategory/TypeCrossover / Sport Touring

USACountry of OriginGermany

Scotts Valley, CaliforniaAssembly LocationGermany

ProductionStatusAvailable

Black, White, BlueColors Available—

Lithium-ionBattery TypeLithium-ion

On-board Z-Force chargerCharger Type—

Standard dual sportSeat Type—

UprightHandle Type—

Aluminum frameFrame TypeBridge-type frame, cast aluminium, co-supporting engine

Aluminum swingarmSwingarm TypeAluminium twin-sided swingarm

—Clutch TypeMultiplate clutch in oil bath, anti-hopping clutch, with self-reinforcement

Engine & Performance

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

106 NmMaximum Torque113 Nm at 11,000 rpm

44 kWPeak Power—

Air-cooled motorCooling SystemWater/Oil Cooled

Electric startStarting SystemElectric

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

0.13 kW/kgPower-to-Weight Ratio—

44 kWMotor Power—

—Displacement (cc)999

—Maximum Power201 hp at 12,750 rpm

—Number of Cylinders4

—Valve ConfigurationDOHC

—Valves Per Cylinder4

—Bore80 mm

—Stroke49.7 mm

—Bore x Stroke80 mm x 49.7 mm

—Compression Ratio13.3 : 1

—Fuel Supply SystemElectronic intake pipe injection / digital engine management system: BMS-O with throttle-by-wire

—Ignition SystemDigital Engine Management

—Emission StandardEU 5+

Fuel & Mileage

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

14.4 kWhBattery Capacity—

259 km (city), 161 km (highway)Range—

259 kmRange Per Charge (Eco)—

161 kmRange Per Charge (Normal)—

129 kmRange Per Charge (Sport)—

—Fuel Tank Capacity20 Litres

—Fuel Economy6.5 l/100km

—Mileage City15

Performance & Speed

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

164 km/hTop Speed278 km/h

3.7 sAcceleration (0-60)—

—Acceleration (0-100)3.2 s

—Quick ShifterShift Assistant Pro

—Launch ControlYes

—Traction ControlBMW Motorrad DTC

Transmission & Drive

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

BeltFinal DriveChain 525 17/47

—Number of Gears6

Dimensions & Weight

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

2,220 mmOverall Length2,170 mm

840 mmOverall Width850 mm

1,250 mmOverall Height1,382 mm

1,430 mmWheelbase1,548 mm

230 mmGround Clearance—

885 mmSeat Height850 mm

139 kgKerb Weight223 kg

Brakes & Safety

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

Hydraulic discFront Brake TypeTwin disc brake, 4-piston fixed caliper

Hydraulic discRear Brake TypeSingle disc brake, 1-piston floating caliper

260 mmFront Brake Size320 mm

240 mmRear Brake Size220 mm

Bosch ABSABS TypeBMW Motorrad ABS Pro (Integral ABS, partial integral)

YesRegenerative Braking—

Suspension & Handling

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

USD forkFront Suspension TypeUpside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, electronic self-adjusting DDC Dynamic Damping Control

Mono-shockRear Suspension TypeDDC Dynamic Damping Control (central shock absorber), adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression stages electronically adjustable

150 mmFront Suspension Travel138 mm

150 mmRear Suspension Travel138 mm

YesAdjustable Controls—

Wheels & Tires

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

90/90-21Front Tyre Size120/70 ZR17

140/80-18Rear Tyre Size200/55 ZR17

21 inchFront Wheel Size—

18 inchRear Wheel Size—

TubelessTyre TypeTubeless

—Wheel TypeM Forged Wheels

—Wheel MaterialAluminium

Electrical & Battery

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

96%Motor Efficiency—

Up to 160,000 kmMotor Life—

Rear hub-mountedMotor Placement—

102 VController Voltage—

Up to 160,000 kmController Life—

102 VBattery Voltage12 V

Up to 10 yearsBattery Life—

5 yearsBattery Warranty—

YesBattery Removable—

6.0 hours (standard), 1.5 hours (fast charge)Charging Time—

—Battery Rating5 Ah

—USB ChargingYes

Lighting & Display

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

LEDHeadlight TypeLED with Headlight Pro and Adaptive Headlight

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRL—

LCD multifunctionDisplay Type6.5-inch TFT-Display

DigitalSpeedometer Type—

DigitalOdometer Type—

DigitalTachometer Type—

Battery level indicatorFuel Gauge Type—

YesClock—

—Pass Light SwitchYes

Technology & Features

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

YesTrip Meter—

BluetoothMobile ConnectivityYes

—Bluetooth FeaturesYes

—NavigationNavigation preparation

—Riding Modes4 power modes

Comfort & Ergonomics

Zero DSAttributeBMW M 1000 XR

YesPillion Seat—

YesPillion Footrest—

Zero DS vs BMW M 1000 XR: Which one should you buy in Cuba?

The Zero DS and BMW M 1000 XR are two popular motorcycles in Cuba. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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