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Makes And Models => Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2013+ => Topic started by: KuRi on February 03, 2020, 06:54:32 PM
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Hi!
I just designed a footpeg rubber to dampen some small vibrations and more comfortable ridings on my zero dsr 2020. It can be 3d printed at home with flexible filament.
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4141991
I hope you like it. If you know of any commercial one please let me know so I can compare!. Thanks!
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Nice!
Tell us how it works out for you as you put some miles on it, too! ^-^
-Crissa
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That's great! I am not aware of any aftermarket activity around Zero footpegs, aside from one heavily cleated replacement set through Zero's dealer market (not sure how to describe a service whose online presence has evaporated for 6 months now).
I would like a set somehow, and wouldn't mind paying, because the stock pegs eat into my boot tread over time.
Here's a stub entry on the unofficial wiki for now: https://zeromanual.com/wiki/Advanced_Modifications#Dual_Sport_Footpeg_Rubber
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The design I have made fit well and looks nice, but they are not perfect because the original footpeg is not designed to fit a rubber. I use the central line to fit these, however they rest in the air for the most part of them.
You can print my design at any local 3d printing service and give them a try, although I don't know if the pegs from 2016 are the same they are using for 2020 models :)
Regarding use... I feel more comfortable with them (specially when using the front part of my feet because they are flat), but I am not sure if they are dampening vibrations or not :D
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I just acquired a 2020 DSR with a Power Tank (slightly used! if you can believe it). But in any case, the casting for these pegs hasn't changed in several years that I've noticed. I believe the same part number is set.
All I'm looking for is reasonable traction in the wet without eating into my boot soles, so these seem fine.
I live in SF so the question isn't whether I can find a 3d printer on contract, but whether I can get it made without spending a fortune or pay membership dues on a shared fabrication shop.
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Oh god, I would be more than happy to print a couple for you (the cost of printing two units for me is less than 5$!!!)... however I am not sure about the shipping to US because I am in Spain (maybe too pricey + taxes) :(
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Thank you, but that does seem prohibitive.
I'm checking on online services, though, and finding that the closest materials I can find are plastics with one wood selection. Do someone know a recommendation that would suit this piece best? I'll make a shop inquiry later if not.
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You need to use "flexible filament" to get a good result, not just plastic (PLA, ABS, PETG won't work at all). TPU is what you need.
https://print.all3dp.com/?utm_source=all3dp&utm_campaign=navbar
Here you can get a quote with shipping to SF, but it will cost around 20$ each piece.
This design I have prepared is intented only for testing purposes... so I am not sure about spending 40$ on something that maybe won't fit your needs or your expectations. I will be working on more refined versions soon, so please be aware that this is not a final design and it is not a perfect fit to the peg. For someone that has a working 3d printer at home able to print flexible filament, this can be printed for 1$ or 2$ each piece.
Best Regards.
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I have a spool of flexible filament (TPU or TPE, can't remember) I haven't printed with yet. I can give it a shot and see how they come out. I'm in the US so shipping to anyone would be much cheaper if anyone was really interested.
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This is so great! Thanks for making this available KuRi!
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Yeah, I ordered a set printed in TPU material, thanks. Price through Shapeways was about $70 after tax and shipping.
Note for others that you need to mirror the footpeg to match each side, unless I missed something obvious. I made a pair of them in Onshape, which is public but not as accessible as Thingiverse:
https://cad.onshape.com/documents/b5efb171a84290d25b308f3c/w/8026d9ea2634604c3c096856/e/135fe541630e42ede346c5a6
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Yes, mirror is the option you need for the other side. I specified that in the thingiverse page, sorry I did not mention it here :)
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I have uploaded a new version, with more cutouts to make a better fit but with less height :D
Check thingiverse page to take a look at it
For those printing the first version, be aware that they can come loose and you could lose them!, make sure you press them very good at the center ;)
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I'll fasten it to the peg, then, thanks for the notice.
I actually want more height, because my feet can't rest flat on the pegs. Honestly, I should probably swap them out for sport pegs again, and just wrap it in self-adhesive vinyl tape or something so I can get a little grippier support in the wet.
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If you want some modifications after you receive them please let me know (more height, different shape, ...). I actually find them very comfortable to use. Yesterday I tried them again and now I don't want to ride without them :D
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So, I performed one test ride (before your recent change) and already lost one of the pegs, so it'd definitely help to see how well you can improve its anchoring into the footpeg.
But overall it seems like a good design. My one ergonomic request is to have the top of the peg have an arc shape, because my feet don't rest flat on the peg without flexing my boot ankles.
Honestly, I think I'll just spend the $10 or whatever to get sport footpegs again (which will mean I have 3 sets of DS footpegs lying around if anyone wants them), and then I'll try to fit some rubber wrappers around them. Or I'll try to find some Buell footpeg replacements with pads.
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I am so sorry to listen to that. I have improved the design and now it attaches to the footpeg much stronger and it is almost impossible to lose it (it is indeed hard to remove them). If you want, please explain to me what do you mean exactly about the arc shape and I will print a new copy of them for free for you.
Do you mean that you prefer the top to be curved instead of flat?
Thanks for your commetns!
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Thanks; I'm sure the new revision will stick better. I'll shop around a little more carefully this time for the cheapest fabrication option.
I do just mean that a curved top (front to back) would seem easier for my boot treads to grip. Probably not much, like 10 degrees slope at the front edge.
If we get this all sorted out, it'd be nice to produce a batch of these from a mold.
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With the new design I am 100% sure you won't lose it again, I am sorry I did not fixed it before you ordered the print :D
Do you mean something like this? (picture attached)
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That looks perfect, thank you! I think most dual sport peg rubbers tend to have an arc like that, but I can't say for sure whether while standing it really helps. I just know that around town, my leg and knee are bent enough on the DS that it would seem helpful.
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I have uploaded the new stl to the same thingiverse link as v4, please check it and let me know what you think :)
https://www.thingiverse.com/download:7702181
I have not printed it yet, so I cannot warrantee the success of the piece, but will do it soon and let you know my thoughts :D
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This model is harder to print because there is no flat surface where to start the printing. I am trying some alternatives and will let you know how it goes!
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Ah, I wondered how that worked. Okay thanks for trying but it’s okay if it’s simpler as long as it anchors well.
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I managed to print it standing on a side. The results works perfectly (it has some visual imperfections but it attaches strong and safe), however it is too tall for me but may fit someone needs. My suggestion is to find some cheap printing service to try the different models and find the better for you :)
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I decided to buy the $10 pair of Zero sport footpegs, so I might get back to this but I'm not sure. At least we have it indexed on the unofficial manual.
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Perfect, thank you. Please let us know how the zero footpegs work! :)