Zero Motorcycles DS 2021, Owner'S Manual

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General Operation
4.4
Operating Your Motorcycle
This section describes how to safely operate your motorcycle.
Starting
1. Turn the key switch to the ON position.
2. Verify that the charge indicator reads fully charged.
3. Press the motor stop switch to the ON position.
4. With the kickstand up, twist the throttle toward you
(counter-clockwise) to increase speed. When the throttle is
twisted away from you (clockwise), the speed decreases.
Braking
On the right handlebar is the hand operated brake lever. The
brake lever controls the front brake when the lever is squeezed.
On the right lower side, next to the foot peg, is the foot operated
brake pedal. This pedal controls the rear brake.
When braking, the throttle should be in the closed position.
WARNING! If ABS is disabled or inoperable and you apply the
front or rear brake hard enough, it is possible to lock the wheels.
This could cause you to lose control of the motorcycle and could
lead to serious injury or death. Progressive use of the brakes
should bring the motorcycle to a complete stop without locking
the wheels. Your Zero Motorcycle is a light- weight performance
product and therefore practice is strongly recommended to
perfect safe emergency stops.
Stopping Your Motorcycle
To stop your motorcycle:
1. With the throttle in the closed position press the motor stop
switch to the OFF position. This switch can also be used in
an emergency to shut the motor off.
2. Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key.
To prevent theft, the key should be removed anytime the
motorcycle is left unattended.
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