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[grmarks]

I'm really interested in getting the lockable tank storage when I get my SR. I don't like the look of the tank bag, I think it looks kind of cheap. I was wondering though if it will ever come in other colors besides the carbon fiber? I would like mine to be just plain black. I don't want to deck my whole bike out in carbon fiber,  and just having the tank storage that color will not appeal to me.

It can be any color you want from the local hardware store/paint shop! Just paint it before you put it on.

[JaimeC]

I decided not to bother with the Charge Tank (if I'm going to take a long trip I have two ICE bikes from which to choose) so I just placed my order for the tank cover.  Photos once I have it installed!

[JaimeC]

Ta-da!!

[idle]

Looks great

Does putting '17 body plastics on a '16 bike also include the new locking compartments?

[mrwilsn]

Looks great

Does putting '17 body plastics on a '16 bike also include the new locking compartments?

Yes, if you buy the tank from a 2017 bike it will fit on a 2013-2016 bike and you will get the locking tank....although....if you buy a 2017 bike the key for the tank is the same as the key for the ignition.  I guess you would have two different keys if you just bought a 2017 tank and put it on an older bike.  If you really wanted the key to be the same I suppose you could probably buy a new ignition switch at the same time as the new tank. Or maybe they can sell you a tank that works with the key you already have?

[BrianTRice@gmail.com]

Looks great

Does putting '17 body plastics on a '16 bike also include the new locking compartments?

Yes, if you buy the tank from a 2017 bike it will fit on a 2013-2016 bike and you will get the locking tank....although....if you buy a 2017 bike the key for the tank is the same as the key for the ignition.  I guess you would have two different keys if you just bought a 2017 tank and put it on an older bike.  If you really wanted the key to be the same I suppose you could probably buy a new ignition switch at the same time as the new tank. Or maybe they can sell you a tank that works with the key you already have?

It looks like the new tank lid takes a different lock, but if it's the same product line, then the keying can probably be transferred if you take the existing helmet lock apart (guessing from this howto video for helmet locks: ).

[mrwilsn]

It looks like the new tank lid takes a different lock, but if it's the same product line, then the keying can probably be transferred if you take the existing helmet lock apart (guessing from this howto video for helmet locks: ).

The lock itself might be different but it definitely uses the same key as the ignition (as does the monolith storage if you get a S/DS6.5).  Since they take the same key type theoretically they should be able to set the tank lock to accept the key you already have for the ignition.  I was at a dealer today that has a 2017 Zero S ZF13 and checked it out.  I wish you didn't have to use the key every time to open it but unfortunately if you leave it unlocked the lid pops open (spring loaded).  Also, it comes with a little cable that you can use to lock your helmet to the bike.  There are little posts under the tank storage lid that you secure the cable to and then shutting the lid of the tank keeps the little cable tethered to the bike....kinda cool 

[MrDude_1]

It wont be a problem for a good locksmith to rekey it to match your existing ignition key.

[NEW2elec]

Mr. Dude beat me to it.  Just have the tank lock tumbler repined to match your bikes key.

[ZeroPointZero]

Added carbon fiber hood latch and springs to the Hollywood Electrics tank cover. Its now functional and doesn't lift while riding....

[BrianTRice@gmail.com]

Nice work! How was it to plan and build?

[ZeroPointZero]

I searched online for various latches and came across the carbon fiber hood latch, and decided to use L brackets to mount it.  I didnt measure anything just eyeballed it.  I thought of the springs to hold the cover down after magnets and velcro didnt work.  I like the way it is now, and I may have some room left in the tank after I install diginow eventually.