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Thanks, Justin -

I agree with mrwilsn and yourself regarding the factory taking an active role in upgrading earlier models.  I guess what I would like to see (as a retired elec/mech engineer) is more available info for those of us who might like to take on the prospect of an old-fashioned "engine swap" (ala '50s Hot Rodder), or more urgently - a simple battery retrofit to take advantage of the vast improvement in Li chemistry cells in the last few years.  Something like the Nissan Leaf module swap described a while ago on this forum, but backed up by at least a modicum of interest from the factory.

Yes, the trade-in incentive is a positive thing; in fact, looking into this led me directly to my recent outright purchase of a brand new 2016 SR.  But when I added up all the other financial incentives (government and factory), plus a small dealer discount, and considered the advantages of the '16 model over the 2014 bikes on offer ..... I could not see parting with my perfectly good running (for now!) 2011 S.  So I kept it and use it for around town errand running - jump on it and go!  I really like the light weight, and the chassis/suspension/brakes are more than adequate for the purpose.  I'd hate to see this cool lightweight platform become scrap just because the battery/motor/controller decided to pack up ......

Mike

+1, bikerscooby.  I'm in the same position, having bought my 2016 SR in late July.  I just received notice that the EV rebate program is "back in black" ...... I'm looking forward to seeing that check.

Did you get one of those prepaid Visa incentive cards from the factory?  If so, how has that been working for you?

Mike

Well, Eastern Beaver has turned out to be a very useful resource.  This is a small operation based in Japan, and on their very well-organized website you will find a selection of  electrical connectors used on motorcycles, particularly Honda bikes .... and as it turns out, Zero!  At least the 2011 model S taillight connector.

Can't say whether Zero continued to use these very solid flying-lead connectors in later years, but the above referenced connector mates perfectly with the harness on my bike, for what it's worth.

Thanks for the lead, Brian!

Mike

Thanks, Brian -

This looks like a great resource;  I've done all of the "new connection" things, such as adding a second connector/connectors in series with the original.  Even the posi-tap ...... but I really would like to be able to make a new pigtail to my new LED driver with a mating OEM connector ...... just for once!

Mike

'Twas indeed the valve core ...... loose!

Thanks!

Thanks for the info, Richard230

I misplaced my core wrench - my first thought was a loose or dirty core ......
I will try that first.  My tire is really good, looks (and feels) new.

Hello again from Corte Madera CA -

I purchased a used 2011 Zero S last fall and joined and began posting occasionally on the Forum.  Happy to report that all is well, bike running great so far ..... really enjoying going electric after (and during!) my lifetime ownership of 75 or so ICE bikes.  So much, in fact, that I just took delivery last Friday of a new 2016 Zero SR!  A tale for another post ....... !

My question:  after transporting my 2011 S in my truck, I noticed that the front tire inflation problem (yes, I DO have one little problem!) had gotten worse, in that I lost 10-15 # of pressure in a couple hours instead of over a few days as before (not ideal either, but I was putting off looking into it).  Can anyone tell me whether the spoked alloy rim wheel on the 2011 uses a tube?  Hoping so ..... the tires are on great shape on my 1300 mile-old bike, and no one around here will repair a tubeless tire anymore.  I've had to plug two rear tires myself in the last year - don't like trusting the "roadside repair" style of plug, although so far so good!

Thanks,

Mike