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Makes And Models => Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2013+ => Topic started by: zero4al on November 18, 2016, 08:35:48 PM
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Hello everyone,
I took delivery of my 2013 FX last night around 6:30. Looks pretty good but I do have a few things to look at a couple small repairs. A few questions to start... This is my first bike and experience with Zero so I am a new with this.
1. When moving at slow speed, I can hear something on each revolution. I don't know if this is related to the tires or the electric motor. It sounds like what I would expect brake pads rubbing would sounds like as it picks up when speed increases. After around 20 mph+ the sound seems to go away completely so I was starting to think this may be related to the motor and normal, but it could be wind noise drowning it out or just going too fast to pick up each revolution. When rolling the bike while turned off, I put my ear next to each wheel but couldn't hear anything rubbing. When pushing it, it seems quiet. Is this normal?
2. What PSI do you guys recommend for the tires? I noticed the front tire was definitely a little low.
3. Brake light assembly was busted including the reflector inside. Any insight on where to get this replacement part?
4. Front suspension when pushed down sounds like something is making contact. Making a little noise. I feel like something may just be in the way somewhere and two things are just hitting each other but I haven't found it yet. Does this experience ring a bell with anyone?
5. The seller forgot to send the charge plug and is looking for it to send to me. It arrived with 1/2 charge and I rode it around for around 25 minutes to get the hang of it. In case they don;t come up with the charger, can you advise where I might find one that is compatible. I have a zero dealer a couple hours away.
That is all for now, thanks for any insight.
Alex
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1. My front brake makes a brushing sound, I believe it's the holes in the disk swooshing past the pads.
2. Tire pressure is in the owners manual on the Zero website.
3. You could of course get a taillight from Zero. There are aftermarket LEDs that fit. Look for Ducati Monster.
5. Plug is standard like on computers in US, kettles in Australia. Cord is heavier. Search the forums for sources, or just wait...😉
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Tripplite.com has cords.
http://www.tripplite.com/heavy-duty-computer-power-cord-14awg-15a-nema-5-15p-to-iec-320-c13-12-ft~P007012/ (http://www.tripplite.com/heavy-duty-computer-power-cord-14awg-15a-nema-5-15p-to-iec-320-c13-12-ft~P007012/)
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The tire pressure specifications should also be on the VIN sticker on the bike's headstock located between the front forks.
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Tripplite.com has cords.
http://www.tripplite.com/heavy-duty-computer-power-cord-14awg-15a-nema-5-15p-to-iec-320-c13-12-ft~P007012/ (http://www.tripplite.com/heavy-duty-computer-power-cord-14awg-15a-nema-5-15p-to-iec-320-c13-12-ft~P007012/)
15amp charge faster than 10 amp, or is 15 amp required?
Thanks for the help!
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Hello everyone,
I took delivery of my 2013 FX last night around 6:30. Looks pretty good but I do have a few things to look at a couple small repairs. A few questions to start... This is my first bike and experience with Zero so I am a new with this.
1. When moving at slow speed, I can hear something on each revolution. I don't know if this is related to the tires or the electric motor. It sounds like what I would expect brake pads rubbing would sounds like as it picks up when speed increases. After around 20 mph+ the sound seems to go away completely so I was starting to think this may be related to the motor and normal, but it could be wind noise drowning it out or just going too fast to pick up each revolution. When rolling the bike while turned off, I put my ear next to each wheel but couldn't hear anything rubbing. When pushing it, it seems quiet. Is this normal?
2. What PSI do you guys recommend for the tires? I noticed the front tire was definitely a little low.
3. Brake light assembly was busted including the reflector inside. Any insight on where to get this replacement part?
4. Front suspension when pushed down sounds like something is making contact. Making a little noise. I feel like something may just be in the way somewhere and two things are just hitting each other but I haven't found it yet. Does this experience ring a bell with anyone?
5. The seller forgot to send the charge plug and is looking for it to send to me. It arrived with 1/2 charge and I rode it around for around 25 minutes to get the hang of it. In case they don;t come up with the charger, can you advise where I might find one that is compatible. I have a zero dealer a couple hours away.
That is all for now, thanks for any insight.
Alex
Someone previously mentioned www.monoprice.com on this forum and I had great luck getting extra power cables in various lengths there, for cheap prices!
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Tripplite.com has cords.
http://www.tripplite.com/heavy-duty-computer-power-cord-14awg-15a-nema-5-15p-to-iec-320-c13-12-ft~P007012/ (http://www.tripplite.com/heavy-duty-computer-power-cord-14awg-15a-nema-5-15p-to-iec-320-c13-12-ft~P007012/)
15amp charge faster than 10 amp, or is 15 amp required?
Thanks for the help!
No, 15amp cord won't charge faster....10amp cord will get really hot. You need a 15amp cord. NEMA 5-15 to C13....14 AWG
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Check out Monoprice. They've got really good prices, and their cords are explicitly 14-AWG. You'll get my 25-footer when you pry them from my...ah hell, Heston totally spoiled that for me. But I do love my 25-footer dearly. Doesn't even warm up when I'm charging.
http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=102&cp_id=10228&cs_id=1022801&p_id=5292&seq=1&format=2 (http://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=102&cp_id=10228&cs_id=1022801&p_id=5292&seq=1&format=2)
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Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Do you guys know what the thickness of the handlebars is? Are they 1" or a little larger?
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Thanks everyone for the suggestions. Do you guys know what the thickness of the handlebars is? Are they 1" or a little larger?
They are 1 1/8" at the triple clamp and taper down to 7/8" at the grips
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Isn't the FX charger something like 650W only, half the power of the S/DS/R line? Unless the '13 was different, then just about any good quality heavier gauge computer cord would be fine. Many desktop computer power supplies are in the 400W+ range and gaming systems are more. Your bike will be sucking only 5-6A continuous power...
Basically, if suring a charge it gets uncomfortable to hold hit, get a heavier gauge. If it's just warm, it's fine.
But it does not hurt to get a 15A rated cord.