Zero sets electric motorcycle range record, but there’s a big asterisk

Zero Motorcycles has logged a striking milestone: one of its electric bikes traveled 271 miles on a single charge. That said, the result should not be treated as a real-world daily-riding range, because the test was carried out at a controlled pace designed to maximize efficiency.

For riders in Italy, the takeaway is clear: battery technology on two wheels keeps improving, but record figures still do not match everyday use. Even so, electric motorcycles are already a practical option for urban commuting.