The Motorcycle Lawyer just heard that Zero Motorcycles, maker of electric bikes, delivered one of its DS models to the Scotts Valley Police Department.  They are the first police department to use electric motorcycles for patrol in the United States.  Many cities have adapted to using hybrid cars in their fleets to help reduce fuel costs and other expenses.  John Hohmann, a lieutenant with the Scotts Valley Department stated "We are excited to be the first police department in California to receive and electric Zero motorcycle because it will allow our officers to patrol more places, more often."  The Zero is highway-legal and has a range of 50 miles.  Working with the Scotts Valley Police will be a great test for this company's product.