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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2013+ / FYI New Suspension Supplier Coming
« on: January 20, 2013, 09:07:55 AM »
Spoke to a reliable source today  and found out the suspension components would be sourced from a  different supplier in the future.  I can't recall exactly.......... it was either Showa or Kayaba.   He never mentioned  when this would be implemented .   I guess we'll have to wait and see.

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older / Improvements added pounds to 2011 models
« on: March 27, 2011, 08:55:24 AM »
I've been looking at the new 2011 models and noticed bigger brakes, beefer forks, stronger wheels,  rear brake pedals etc..........which added more weight to these machines.  I hate to think battery life will be taking a hit with the latest improvements.   
It seems Neal's vision for Zero was more bicycle like with lighter components to save energy  and improve handling.   The New Zero without Neal is headed toward  more motorcycle like components  which adds pounds
to the machine.   I guess the Quantya is around 200 lbs for their off-road bike ,  looks like Zero is headed  in the same direction.  I'm sure this is a great marketing ploy to attract more potential consumers,  showing the bike is main stream. 


Jon
2009 Zero X owner

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older / Neal Saiki no longer at Zero
« on: February 25, 2011, 09:22:19 AM »
Saw this New Development @ Zero Motorcycle


http://www.asphaltandrubber.com/news/zero-motorcycles-fires-neal-saiki/

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older / What to do with old battery?
« on: November 18, 2010, 09:32:23 AM »
I replaced the original battery from my 2009 Zero X with a new one this past July.  Long story :-[...........anyway the old battery has been
sitting around my basement for a few weeks and I was trying to decide what to do with it?  Zero said to just recycle it,  can anything
be done to refurbish it?  The voltage is so low the charger can't charge it and reads a fault code. 
It does make a good door stop though! ;D    any ideas???

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older / Hero to Zero
« on: September 22, 2010, 08:44:51 AM »
Scott Harden coming to  Zero

 Husky/KTM rider Scott  Harden has announced that he will be departing Husqvarna USA at the end of September.
Listened to Pit Pass interview online, appears the deal is done.  This would be a good thing for Zero based on Scott's
vast experience in the Motorcycle industry. 

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older / Cheap Tires for Zero X
« on: September 03, 2010, 08:33:26 AM »
Check out  these links   :o

http://bikergarage101.com/1225637chengshinrearknobbyc755350x17.aspx


http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280545529306&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older / 2009 Zero X impression
« on: August 22, 2010, 10:09:26 PM »
I  got out yesterday for a longer ride and the bike worked great with no problems.  I ran it thru a shallow water crossin with no ill effects,  climbed a steep hill with little run at it, and ran thru a small bmx track repeatly to test suspension action.  The battery did last around 1.5 hr of continuous riding. 
I've ridden dirt bikes for years and think I have a pretty good idea how a bike should ride etc.  Let's say the Electric
motor performance is very good  with excellent throttle control over ruff terrain,  I was impressed.
People lookin for a full gas replacement might be disappointed.  I was looking for this machine to provide me with an early morning ride on a small mountain above my home before the family woke up.  Here I felt it succeeded.
It did handle the rocky and hilly trails with ease,  I was constantly aware of the lower chain guard though, careful not to slam it into any boulders as I rode.  Honestly, I never rode in the higher torque mode which was unnecessary in the technical terrain present in my location.
The suspension was adjusted on the stiffer side to fit my style.  I  liked the full adjustability of the White Brothers Fork too.
The stock bars proved  too  low for me for any stand up riding which I like to do.  The Zero Extreme has a higher bar that would fix this issue.
Overall I like the bike and will spend more time on my setup and dial it in to my needs.
I do feel this is a more delicate machine than a full on gas powered dirt bike and consider it a souped up mountain bike.  Not to say this bad,  but don't expect to destroy the dirt like a gas powered unit.  The pleasure of the Zero
lies in the sweet power delivery of the electric motor and ability to enjoy nature in a way that can't be had thru the internal combustion engine.  Here it  reigns King.


Jon ......The new Zero owner

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older / 2009 Zero X Front Spocket Issue
« on: August 18, 2010, 01:31:45 AM »
Has anyone else had a problem with excessive play with the front sprocket Key?  I noticed this condition after my sprocket cooling wheel /guard fell off during a ride.   
I brought this up with  Zero .......they sent replacement keys to fix.  I tryed the new  keys looking for the perfect  size .   None seemed to fit to my liking and I decided to order Key stock from Grainger.  I custom filed/sanded for the exact size that was needed.  I will keep a careful eye to see if this becomes a problem area.

Jon
2009 Zero X Owner

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