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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2013+ / Re: Long term Ownership
« on: April 30, 2019, 12:09:35 AM »
Thanks for all the help guys! I've decided to go for it, I just made a new post asking for help deciding on whether to buy new or used. I would appreciate any further insight!

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2013+ / New FXS or Preowned FX?
« on: April 30, 2019, 12:05:32 AM »
After doing my due diligence of research, both here and elsewhere. I've decided to take the plunge and buy a Zero bike. I'm stuck between 2 options however:

A shiny new 2019 FXS7.2 from the dealer, costing around $11500 after taxes+licensing

Or a preowned 2017 FX5.6with 700 miles for $8200 .

Both available at the same dealer.
My commute is generally 35 miles round trip, but I do visit family frequently which are about 35 miles away. (I also have a truck as other, less fun, means)
I will be riding mostly street and likely in rain, so I would prefer the wider tires of FXS. Obviously the new bike includes all warranties, and the used still has its battery warranty for a 2 years.
I wondering if any of you all could help me weigh in on this decision.

Components-wise they seem to be essentially the same bike. The warranty, street tires, and range of the new one would be great. But is it worth the extra 3k?

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Zero Motorcycles Forum | 2013+ / Long term Ownership
« on: April 28, 2019, 09:26:07 PM »
Hello,

Great to see such a passionate community here about ebikes. I'm trying to convince myself to shell out the $$ to join the ranks of owners but I have some questions about the long term of a bike, particularly the ZERO FXS7.2

The only way I can really justify spending 10k on a bike is if I can truly go 5+ years without further costs associated. I wouldnt have to pay for charge at work or home, so that's a plus. What are peoples experience with things breaking down outside of warranty or after a slide/crash? And some of the costs associated? How is ZEROs customer service on and off warranty? Will the 2019 battery be obsolete in 5-10 years and will it be possible to replace on the existing bike?

I just want to know if this bike is going to be like a cell phone, where the tech is shiny and new, but really only built to last a couple years. Thanks for your help!

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