Press Release

Scotts Valley Police Department Becomes First to Acquire a Zero Electric Motorcycle‏







        



- Local Officers Now Able to Patrol the Streets in Silence -



 



SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (January 6, 2010)– The Scotts
Valley Police Department became the first law enforcement agency in
California to accept delivery of a Zero DS electric motorcycle to
assist in local patrols and traffic enforcement. The acquisition serves
as a benchmark for evaluating the performance capabilities of the Zero
DS in law enforcement situations, such as responding through traffic
and on local bike trails. Due to its remarkably quiet all-electric
drivetrain, the Zero DS is the perfect motorcycle for patrolling in
urban areas where noise may be a factor.


“We are excited to be the first police department in California to
receive an electric Zero motorcycle because it will allow our officers
to patrol more places, more often,” said Lt. John Hohmann of the Scotts
Valley Police Department. “Riding a police motorcycle requires a very
special skill set because the officer needs to be alert and keep the
public safe, while simultaneously scanning the area for criminal
activity. We anticipate that the upright seating position, dual sport
configuration and silent operation of the Zero DS is the perfect
combination for local patrols and we can’t wait to put it to the test.”


“The city of Scotts Valley and its police department have been very
supportive of Zero Motorcycles and we are very pleased that they chose
us,” said Jay Friedland, Vice President of Sustainability for Zero
Motorcycles. “We hope this opportunity serves as the touchstone for
other law enforcement agencies to see the benefits electric motorcycles
have when it comes to community patrols and traffic enforcement. The
silent operation of the Zero DS allows each officer to hear what’s
going on around them, which enhances awareness and safety. Zero DS
motorcycles also are a great cost-effective solution for small
departments and we are proud to be able to support those who keep our
communities safe.”


Built from the ground up using Zero Motorcycles' proprietary
Z-Force™ power pack and aircraft grade alloy frame, Zero achieves an
industry leading power-to-weight ratio that increases range and
maneuverability. The Zero DS has a range of up to 50 miles (80 km) and
is highway legal. Each model combines state-of-the-art Z-Force
technology with an ultra-light frame design to make them agile and fast
where it counts. Characterized by instant acceleration and lightweight
design Zero’s product line allows riders to take on anything from city
streets to off-road trails.



ABOUT ZERO MOTORCYCLES:
Zero Motorcycles is
the next step in motorcycle evolution and represents the ultimate
electric motorcycle technology. Unencumbered by conventional thinking
about how they design, manufacture, and sell high performance electric
motorcycles, they are on a mission to turn heads and revolutionize
their industry by combining the best aspects of a traditional
motorcycle with today’s most advanced technology. 



US Media information:
media@zeromotorcycles.com

John Ewert, (1) 951-719-1040



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For more information on Zero Motorcycles or to learn more about its
complete family of products including the Zero S, Zero DS, Zero MX and
Zero X motorcycles, visit: http://www.zeromotorcycles.com/



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