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Thanks KrazyEd, I wish this XU was still under warranty I would pick it up in a heart beat.  I'm just trying to decide if any 2012's is worth the potential headache?  I'm coming across a couple of demo 2012 DS's and a 2012 S but after reading all the post of all the motor issues on these bikes it kind of scares me.

I totally agree and totally respect your logic, and you might be right on you got lucky with your XU.

I'll defininately ask the seller, thanks for all your help.

Hi Folks,

There is a 2012 Zero XU w/6500 kms for sale here in Canada and was wondering besides the software recall what else could or may go wrong in the near future.  The seller is looking for $3300 which was a little high even two years ago when they were popping up in the classified section.    I know the electric technology has come a long way in three years so wondering if it's even worth it.  I love the potential low cost of a 2012 and the size of the XU and the range is fine for what I need it for.  Any advice or warnings would be great.

Thanks,

GSYYZ

Contacted Zero’s customer service and there is no warranty available for the 2011 Zero S, their advice is to stay clear away from the 2011 technology and wait for a used  2012 Zero S to come available.  That’s advice straight from the manufacturer, he mentioned that the technology in the 2012’s will remain the same until 2016. 

What do you guys think about that comment from Zero?

Hi Guys,

Thank you so much for your feedback, this community is mind blowing.  I have ZERO experience with EV's or with ICE motorcyles.  I've owned a Suzuki Maurader 800cc ten years ago and only put 1000km on the bike before selling it, I didn't attempt any maintenance or mods so again I have very little experience.  Something that attracted me to the EV world was the low maintenance (no oil changes, fluids, gas, transmission etc.) on the bikes.  One of the big selling points at my local Zero Dealership.  But after reading through this forum it seems like work needs to be done on certain parts like the motor after only a few thousand kms.  Don't get me wrong I'm still very interested and will be calling Zero customer service today to ask about warranty.  I do see some used 2012 Zero s coming up for around 8K but again that is out of my price range.  Maybe in the spring of 2014 2012's will come down in price.

I am considering making the 4 hour drive to the Dealer that has the 2011 Zero S for sale, again this Dealer only has the one Zero for sale.  He lost his Zero Dealership in 2012 and only sells EV scooters, he actually told me that he paid 10k for the bike new as a Dealer owner and losing his shirt on selling it for 6K.  I bet if I offered him $4500.00 he would take it but you never know. 

What would you pay for a brand new 2011 Zero S?

I'll keep you guys updated on what Zero has to say about the warranty on a 2011 S.

Thanks,

GSYYZ

Hello,

I'm thinking of purchasing a brand new 2011 Zero S from an Ex Zero Dealer clearing out his remaining stock.  My question is, how can I know if he has kept the Bike/Battery properly maintained while sitting in his Dealership for 3 years?  It only has 35 kms and he is willing to sell it for 6K Canadian, is that a good price?  Also with the 2012 and 2013 improvements in motor and battery am I going to regret purchasing this 2011?  I think I can bring him down to maybe 5K but I don't want to get stuck with a lemon.  I've been following Zero for a few years and finally some older models are coming available in my price range.  I know some brand new 2012 DS are going on clearance here in Canada for around 8K but that's still way over my budget.

Any advice would be great,

GSYYZ