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First thought, how do they think about that at your work?

How is the situation at your apartment, if you already have a bike how do you park it and at what floor do you live?

"I'm doing what the manufacturer says and charging after every use; Is there somewhere else near [workplace] that you think I should plug it in to?"

My bike was once "relocated" via mechanics dolly by another department manager because I was plugged into "their" outlet. It would be a good idea to leave a note on the bike for the first month or so with your name, phone number, department, contact info for your boss, and to discuss briefly with your boss that you have a new motorcycle and that it will be plugged in when you're not actively riding it.

I've charged almost exclusively at work for the last 3 years.

Make sure to clear it with your manager first (principle of least surprise). Leaving contact info on the bike for a period of time is also a good idea.

Not being able to start the day fresh sucks, and not having the flexibility to charge for weekend riding sucks. No two ways around that.

The expense is relatively minimal. I offered my boss a check for $20 to cover the first year's charging costs and he tore it up, told me not to worry about it. Worth offering at any rate, to alleviate hurt feelings among coworkers who may feel that you're raking in the pennies.

Parking inside is a no go, I am a good 10 steps up from grade. The only stairwell is in the front too, no sneaky back way in. I have no doubt a dsr could handle the set, but I doubt my ability to get it there.

This is the point where English as a second language fails me, but I guess you live on second floor with that?
If that's the case you might make it with a decent extension cord out of your window.

I think the work folks are open to the idea as the company owns four hybrids in their fleet. Another staffer has a leaf, and plugs that in at work so I doubt they will resist the idea of a new smaller plug in EV. My direct boss is ok with it, so at least in my little world I cant go wrong.

That is a good starting point at least. If you don't want it moved a chain lock and contact information on the bike will go a long way. And of course relocating the bike after charging is done.

I charge more at work than at home.

Thanks for the input I'll see if it's relevant to update this once I take delivery and live with the DSR fit a while.

I do live on the second floor and heavy extension cords are something I need for work. Trouble is there's a sidewalk between my cord and the parking lot. The only acceptable way to charge without creating a tripping hazard is to load the motorcycle into my truck and suspend the cord from balcony, to tree, to truck. I've done this in the past soldering connections inside the cab. I'm sure if I made it a habit I'd end up with a strongly worded letter from the management telling me to stop.

I considered the FX until I got to the range specs. Just too low for my practical use. Now if I was clever enough to be able to swap batteries in a similar fashion from the DSR I would be quite pleased with myself (I don't like my chances, smarter folks have looked at this I'm sure).

The job is quite stable and likely to stay that way for some time. It's more likely I'll move to a new state than change jobs right now. If the folks above me change drastically I may start looking again, but for my own sanity I'm assuming that facet to be a constant. My life may dictate differently but my plan is to not.

I do have winter storage options, my garage is an hour and a half from my local address. I've got closer places, but if I'm super lucky I'll get a workspace locally and store there.

What about daytime rain or snow? Has this caused harm in anyone's case? Not talking about low traction commuting, more about water logged connections throwing codes or bricking the bike.

Thanks for the input I'll see if it's relevant to update this once I take delivery and live with the DSR fit a while.

I do live on the second floor and heavy extension cords are something I need for work. Trouble is there's a sidewalk between my cord and the parking lot. The only acceptable way to charge without creating a tripping hazard is to load the motorcycle into my truck and suspend the cord from balcony, to tree, to truck. I've done this in the past soldering connections inside the cab. I'm sure if I made it a habit I'd end up with a strongly worded letter from the management telling me to stop.

Park your bike on the sidewalk while charging?