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Author Topic: Is the extended battery removable? (2015 Zero DS)  (Read 832 times)

Lecram

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Is the extended battery removable? (2015 Zero DS)
« on: August 25, 2015, 05:45:35 PM »

I am wondering if it is possible to remove the extended battery (Power Tank) without getting technical issues. I still have the 'dummy' connector that got removed by the dealer when they mounted this battery.

(the reason why I want to remove this battery is not that relevant ;) )
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Re: Is the extended battery removable? (2015 Zero DS)
« Reply #1 on: August 25, 2015, 06:00:55 PM »

Technically everything is physically removable... ;)

I'd say a more important question is:
Does the firmware need to be re-flashed on the MBB to let the bike know the Power Tank has been removed?
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Lecram

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Re: Is the extended battery removable? (2015 Zero DS)
« Reply #2 on: August 25, 2015, 06:41:05 PM »

That's exactly what I need to know. I know how to remove the battery, but don't know if this will cause technical issues.
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Re: Is the extended battery removable? (2015 Zero DS)
« Reply #3 on: August 26, 2015, 05:47:43 AM »

I believe the Power Tank was intended to be an accessory the customer could buy and install later, so I would think it wouldn't require any reprogramming. But don't take my word for it, your dealer should know.
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Re: Is the extended battery removable? (2015 Zero DS)
« Reply #4 on: August 26, 2015, 11:28:40 AM »

To my knowledge the power tank was designed to be installed once by the dealer and then kept on the bike.


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