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8 Plus

2025 model
25 km/h speed feature; check state limits
Run-out modelLast-stock model; Zero's Australian range is being wound down. This page is kept as a reference; always confirm current stock with an Australian retailer.
$1,199AUD 1199 for 48V 10Ah base, AUD 1399 for 48V 15.6Ah. Ships capped at 25 km/h.
24 km est.Range
45 km/hTop speed
TBCWeight
800 WMotor (rated)
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The current entry commuter in the AU Zero range, ships limited to 25 km/h with hydraulic brakes and tubeless tyres, and up to 45 km of range on the larger battery.

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Where to buy the Zero 8 Plus

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Warranty coverage has not been independently verified for this offer. Confirm it with the seller.

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Where you can ride it

Legality is computed from this scooter's specs against each state and territory's rules. It is a guide, not legal advice. Results use published catalogue evidence and the linked official definitions, not physical certification. Unknown required measurements stay unconfirmed. Check the current source and exact unit before riding.

NSWNot permitted in public

NSW does not permit personal e-scooters on roads or road-related areas. Private property only; shared hire trials are separate.

Source: Transport for NSW (verified 17 Oct 2026)
VICCheck locally

Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.

Source: Transport Victoria (verified 17 Oct 2026)
QLDCheck locally

QLD maximum capability exceeds 25 km/h. The transition through 28 February 2027 requires manufacture before 1 July 2026 and former compliance; neither a model year nor an app setting proves it. Confirm the exact unit; do not ride on this result.

Source: Queensland Government (verified 17 Oct 2026)
SACheck locally

Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.

Source: Government of South Australia (mylicence) (verified 17 Oct 2026)
WACheck locally

Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.

Source: WA Road Safety Commission (verified 17 Oct 2026)
TASCheck locally

Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.

Source: Transport Tasmania (verified 17 Oct 2026)
NTPrivate land only

Exceeds NT's private motorised-scooter definition of maximum combined 200 W and motor-only 10 km/h. An app riding mode does not establish the exception.

Source: Northern Territory Government (verified 17 Oct 2026)
ACTCheck locally

Published capability exceeds 25 km/h. An app riding limit alone does not verify device eligibility; confirm the exact Australian configuration.

Source: ACT Government City Services (verified 17 Oct 2026)

Full specifications

Performance

Motor (continuous)800 W
Dual motorNo
Top speed (unrestricted)45 km/h
Can be limited to 25 km/hYes
Range, Claimed (manufacturer)35 km
Range, Estimated (ScootFinder)24 km
Range, ScootFinder testedNot tested yet
Battery480 Wh

Build

Unfolded dimensions (L x W x H)Not verified
Wheelbase (axle spacing)Not verified; overall length is not wheelbase
Max rider weight120 kg
FoldableYes
Seat optionNo
Tyres8 inch tubeless
SuspensionAdjustable shock absorbers front and rear
BrakesHydraulic disc brakes

Range labels: Claimed is the manufacturer figure, Estimated is ScootFinder's planning estimate, and ScootFinder tested is only shown after our own Range Test. How we rate range.

Should you buy it?

Best suited to

Riders wanting an entry commuter that ships capped at 25 km/h but can open up to about 45 km/h on private land.

Standout strength

Hydraulic brakes, tubeless tyres and dual suspension at an entry price point.

Main compromise

Small 8 inch wheels and a modest single motor limit hill and high-speed performance.

Check before buying. Confirm the actual kerb weight (listings show 30kg which looks like packaged weight) and which battery (10Ah or 15.6Ah) you are buying.

Zero 8 Plus: questions buyers ask

Is the Zero 8 Plus legal in Australia?

No public-riding approval is confirmed from the required catalogue evidence. Eligibility remains unconfirmed in Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the ACT. An app speed mode alone is not approval. WA device eligibility is not confirmed by speed alone; weight, dimensions and configuration matter. NSW personal e-scooters remain private-property only; NT has a separate maximum 200 W / 10 km/h definition. Rider age, equipment, licence and route conditions still apply.

Can I ride the Zero 8 Plus in Queensland?

QLD maximum capability exceeds 25 km/h. The transition through 28 February 2027 requires manufacture before 1 July 2026 and former compliance; neither a model year nor an app setting proves it. Confirm the exact unit; do not ride on this result. General rule: age 16+ and a valid learner-or-higher driver licence. Specified exceptions cover supervised riders aged 12 to 17 (including unlicensed 16 and 17 year olds), eligible medical exemptions for riders 16+, and designated recreational areas. Supervision and exemption conditions still apply. A transitional reasonable-excuse provision for the licence requirement runs through 29 November 2026; it is not a blanket licence exemption. The current PMD definition includes motor-only capability no more than 25 km/h. Through 28 February 2027, a transition covers devices manufactured before 1 July 2026 that met the former definition. A model year or app mode does not establish this exception; we do not presume it for unverified units. 12 km/h on footpaths and crossings, and when passing pedestrians on shared paths. Otherwise obey signed path limits up to 25 km/h. Roads up to 60 km/h and specified bicycle-lane exceptions; check signs and the route.

Can I ride the Zero 8 Plus in NSW?

Personal e-scooters remain illegal on NSW roads and road-related areas, including footpaths, shared paths and bicycle lanes. Use a personal e-scooter on private property only. Shared hire trials have separate approved areas and rules.

How far does the Zero 8 Plus really go?

The claimed range is 35 km, measured by the maker in ideal conditions. ScootFinder estimates about 24 km for mixed everyday riding. That is an estimate, not a test result. Hills, rider weight, cold weather and riding at top speed all cut range, so plan with some battery in reserve.

How much is the Zero 8 Plus in Australia?

$1,199 at the last check. AUD 1199 for 48V 10Ah base, AUD 1399 for 48V 15.6Ah. Ships capped at 25 km/h.

Answers use our latest price check and the state rules on file. Check this scooter against your state.

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