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FuzzyTrace

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Modding Zero SR
« on: April 25, 2018, 12:22:31 AM »

Hello folks,
I’m looking to switch to an electric motorbike this year (Zero SR most likely) so I’m doing a bit of research.
After my decently lengthy test ride in various conditions, which I thoroughly enjoyed btw, I’ve noticed a few things that I’d like to try to improve or tweak to suit my personal preference a bit better.

Has anyone had any thoughts or experience with ‘modding’ their Zeros? I’m looking at things like dual break rotor setup, wider wheels, motor/controller/charger upgrades, cosmetics etc.

Any thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated.
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Re: Modding Zero SR
« Reply #1 on: April 25, 2018, 12:44:04 AM »

Aside from lots of interesting projects and ideas you'll hear from individuals, some common but adventurous projects are listed on an "advanced modifications" page on the unofficial manual wiki:
https://zeromanual.com/index.php/Advanced_Modifications

More generally, there is an aftermarket page, and a common modifications page, and a "service manual" page which might be a good set of guides:
https://zeromanual.com/index.php/Main_Page
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Re: Modding Zero SR
« Reply #2 on: April 25, 2018, 12:50:32 AM »

Broadly speaking, items on a Zero do not have fitments that match other parts in the wider motorcycle aftermarket industry (brake levers, brake discs, etc), so understand that this won't be as easy as it is for more widely-manufactured bikes.

The powertrain can be customized but you'll need the right software kit and cabling to configure and program effectively. If you have access to a knowledgeable dealer like Hollywood Electrics or AF1 Racing in Austin, it'll be easier, but for most of us it's trickier and that's why there's the manual.

The total number of Zeros is just not large enough yet for a lot of vendor support to pay off for them; we're only just now hoping that a readily-mountable fairing in development will be available for sale.
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Re: Modding Zero SR
« Reply #3 on: April 26, 2018, 01:19:27 AM »

Thank you very much!
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Re: Modding Zero SR
« Reply #4 on: April 27, 2018, 03:25:20 AM »

Oh, we'd like to hear about any fitments you find, make, or even confirm. Sharing this information is how the wiki was built in the first place.

Good luck!
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Re: Modding Zero SR
« Reply #5 on: May 24, 2018, 05:39:26 AM »

> Has anyone had any thoughts or experience with ‘modding’ their Zeros? ...

You've got to check out the New Zeroland channel on YouTube.  Sam's doing some awesome mod work.



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Re: Modding Zero SR
« Reply #6 on: June 06, 2018, 08:51:34 PM »

> Has anyone had any thoughts or experience with ‘modding’ their Zeros? ...

You've got to check out the New Zeroland channel on YouTube channel suppsforlife.to.  Sam's doing some awesome mod work.
i've checked a few videos, indeed amazing mod work
thanks everyone else for posting here, it was all super helpful!
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