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Makes And Models => Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2012 and older => Topic started by: flexydude on April 13, 2015, 03:06:38 AM
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after over 6 months in the shop, made the 9 hour drive to pick up my 2012 ds from the dealer. Have to charge it since the dealer didn't keep it charged, so I'll ride it later...
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are all 2012 motors being replaced?
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Mine is not (2012 S ZF9), but then it has no fault and I am in the UK. Is there a reason they should be?
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just seen multiple post of zero replacing 2012 motors, seems to be glitch recall / motor fail.
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It isn't a recall because apparently owners are being charged for the work.
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Had my 2012 ZF9 in for the dead MBS board and glitch-prone motor since Nov 2014. Just got it back yesterday. Only had a few minutes to ride it before heading out on a business trip but the new motor puts out more power and as it's sealed I assume won't succumb to the elements as the old motor did. Makes a satisfying whining sound, too. Paid for the labor.
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Had my 2012 ZF9 in for the dead MBS board and glitch-prone motor since Nov 2014. Just got it back yesterday. Only had a few minutes to ride it before heading out on a business trip but the new motor puts out more power and as it's sealed I assume won't succumb to the elements as the old motor did. Makes a satisfying whining sound, too. Paid for the labor.
Welcome back, ZeroSinMA. Glad your bike is back in working order.
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Ditto! :)
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so after about 240 miles so far, running ok with the new motor, range is about the same, a bit more power in sport mode, but a really annoying whine from the the motor at lower speeds, and very jerky deceleration, most noticeable in eco mode.
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Just got back from sailing my boat back across the Atlantic . . . and my Zero was waiting with a new motor at the new NY metro dealership, Rockwell Motorcycles.
Rode the bike the 25 miles to work -- cant say I noticed any difference in performance -- but I didnt try going flat out on the windy roads between Newburgh and White Plains, and with an expired registration in my pocket.
I dont mind the different motor sound -- its like the high tech sound of the old motor, only more so.
Zero did the entire repair under warranty, including hauling the bike to the dealer, so I am really happy right now -- its great to get my ride back. Rockwell Motorcycles seems really enthusiastic about the Zeros -- they are already the no. 2 dealer in the country, apparently.
So I am a happy Zero owner again, for now :)
--Karl
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Congrats on the successful trip and the new motor for your zero! I just was up there and they put a new power tank on my SR. They are definitely excited about zeros and the service department seems to really know what they're doing. I'm glad we have a dealership in our area again.
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