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[caza]

You mentioned carrying the charging cable to work being a pain, but with so short of a commute I wouldn't bother bringing the cable. No need. Even the smallest zero fx will get you to work and back and some errands no problem.

The SR/F seems like it would undoubtedly be better in every way for city riding than the DSR, but with such a short commute I'm not sure those differences are really going to matter day to day for you. Might as well get a 7.2 DS, save some money and have a nice lightweight bike you can take offroad on occasion if you want to.

[BamBam]

FWIW, I had a 2017 FXS ZF6.5 before my DSR and really loved it.  When my FXS got totaled (not my fault) the only reason I upgraded to a DSR was because Zero was offering a special year end deal on the 2017 DSR Limited Edition which I couldn't pass up.

The point is, there are other Zero models that may suit your needs just as well.

[NEW2elec]

Gstrub, I have a DSR and I would agree with BrianTRice that the wider bar and upright seating makes it feel like you have more control over the bike than the current SR at least in our opinions.  The only other plus is the fork travel and front wheel to soak up pot holes and in my case a slow moving possum here in GA (may he rest in peace).
All that being said since you seem to have the means I would go SRF 100%.  Your "needs" will change after you ride these bikes.  I want to just keep riding and riding when I have free time.  These bikes are far and away the best big boy toy I've ever owned.  I'm sure the smaller X bikes are very fun to zip around on but i wanted more ride range.
April is right around the corner so test ride it see for yourself since your opinion is the only one that matters in the end.

Good luck.
Also my DS was my first real bike and was a breeze to learn on just stay in ECO to start with and you'll be fine. 

[gstrub]

I got the SR/F:))))

[Curt]

I got the SR/F:))))

Congratulations! I feel that was a good choice. Somehow I predict that the traction control may save your hide on at least one occasion.

[togo]

I got the SR/F:))))

Really!?  I thought they were just pre-order right now!

[gstrub]

That’s what I meant...I left a deposit and now await delivery.

[BamBam]

Congrats, it is going to be an awesome ride.  I'm sure you will not be disappointed.

[Jarrett]

Be really careful that thing.  I rode the SR/F recently and its torque is a handful.  The bike can get away from you if you are not prepared.

If you are a new rider, you might want to dial the torque down to zero for a while and get used to riding it first.

[cpallenjr]

Probably keeping it in rain mode for a while would be a good idea.

[alko]

I got the SR/F:))))

Really!?  I thought they were just pre-order right now!

Anybody know the due date yet? Any word from the salesman?

[GaryArt1]

My guy is telling me late April/early May if you preorder now. He says he will not have exact date until it gets closer.  It seems Zero is trying to get the demo models in the dealerships first, then work on orders.  Also I heard from a couple dealers about the first shipments being " limited release" .  I know sometimes manufacturers do that in case they identify a big problem.   Not sure if this is true in this case though.

[alko]

My guy is telling me late April/early May if you preorder now. He says he will not have exact date until it gets closer.  It seems Zero is trying to get the demo models in the dealerships first, then work on orders.  Also I heard from a couple dealers about the first shipments being " limited release" .  I know sometimes manufacturers do that in case they identify a big problem.   Not sure if this is true in this case though.

I heard the Lighning Strike is due out this month. It'll be interesting springtime.

[GaryArt1]

Unless lightning announces a dealer network, I wouldn't give them a second thought.  I do not think a mail order bike is a good idea.  Seems like service could be a real issue.  As it is, I wish Zero had a more extensive network. 

[alko]

Unless lightning announces a dealer network, I wouldn't give them a second thought.  I do not think a mail order bike is a good idea.  Seems like service could be a real issue.  As it is, I wish Zero had a more extensive network.

I'm more interested In a comparison by the magazines, but I agree with you. Plus I don't believe the Lightning claims till I see it.