Zero Leads Electric Motorcycle Industry with the Help of Buell Engineer Hot

The electric motorcycle is a new and exciting technology that many manufacturers are working hard to perfect. Zero Motorcycles, however, has its formula down, and is now working at perfecting its different models.

Zero has introduced four electric motorcycle models to the world, a feat that no other manufacturer can claim. The 2010 lineup includes the standard Zero X, the motorcross Zero MX, the Zero S street bike, and the dual sport Zero DS.

“Zero Motorcycles continues to blaze the path for electric motorcycle technology. Our engineering team has revamped, redesigned and tested four models that have considerable improvements for 2010.” says Gene Banman, chief executive officer of Zero Motorcycles. “The enhancements to this year’s models will resonate with both serious riders and casual motorcycle enthusiasts on a global level.”

But Zero is not about to claim perfection. Abe Askenazi, former senior director of analysis at Buell, has come on board as Zero’s new Vice President of Engineering, and brings with him experience in innovation.  

Askenazi helped Buell to become the legendary brand that it is today, and helped to develop 26 different models for the now defunct brand. He also helped patent technology like front brake rotor mounting and lightweight wheels.

“Abe is a seasoned leader and engineer and is an excellent addition to our management team,” says Banman. “He impressed us with his vast experience and many successes at Buell and we are looking forward to working with Abe in his new capacity at Zero Motorcycles.”