Yamaha NEO's vs Zero Motorcycles SR/S: Which EV is better?
Head-to-head: Yamaha NEO's vs Zero Motorcycles SR/S. Compare real range, efficiency, charging time, price, rating and running costs to find the best electric vehicle for you in 2026.
The numbers that matter
Real, comparable stats from our database. The green value wins each category.
| Specification | NEO's | SR/S |
|---|---|---|
| Range SR/S wins | 90 km | 240 km |
| Battery SR/S wins | 1.5 kWh | 17.3 kWh |
| Efficiency NEO's wins | 1.7 kWh/100km | 7.1 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 0 s | 3.3 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~0 min | ~0 min |
| Seats NEO's wins | 2 | 1 |
| Price NEO's wins | $3,500 | $23,995 |
| Rating SR/S wins | 4.0 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Est. running cost / yr | $38/yr | $160/yr |
View the full specification sheet
| Specification | NEO's | SR/S |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 2x1.5 kWh (swappable) | 17.3 kWh |
| Range | 90 km | 240 km (city) / 160 km (highway) |
| Top speed | 45 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Power | 4 hp | 110 hp |
| Weight | 96 kg | — |
| Charging | ~5 h | — |
| Drive | Belt | Belt drive |
| Seats | 2 | 1 |
| Extras | Swappable batteries | — |
| 0-100 km/h | — | 3.3 s |
| Charging (0-100%) | — | ~2.5 h (6kW) |
| Efficiency | — | 7.1 kWh/100 km |
| Cargo | — | 0 L |
Yamaha NEO's
Pros
- Swappable batteries
- Yamaha quality
- Good city range
- Easy to ride
Cons
- Slow
- Short total range
- No fast charging
- Small storage
Zero Motorcycles SR/S
Pros
- Superbike performance
- Fast home charging
- Excellent range
- Refined electronics
Cons
- Expensive
- Highway range drops
- Thin dealer network
- No standard fast-DC
Frequently asked questions
Is the really better than Yamaha NEO's?
Our verdict is based on real specs: range, battery, efficiency, acceleration, charging speed, seats, price and rating. The winner wins the majority of those categories, but the right choice depends on your budget, driving style and priorities.
Which has more range, Yamaha NEO's or Zero Motorcycles SR/S?
90 km vs 240 km respectively, before factoring in weather and driving conditions.
Which is cheaper to run?
Based on official efficiency and a typical $0.15/kWh tariff at 15,000 km per year, running costs are estimated at $38/yr for the Yamaha NEO's and $160/yr for the Zero Motorcycles SR/S.
Should I compare more models?
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