Zero Motorcycles S 2021, Owner'S Manual

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General Operation
4.1
Starting and Operating General Operation
General Operation
This section describes several items you should examine before
operation.
Pre-Ride Inspection
Before operating your Zero Motorcycle, check the following to
make sure the motorcycle is secure and intact:
•
Power Pack . Make sure the charge indicator on the lower
dash is indicating a charged power pack. We suggest you
recharge before use. Always keep the charger cord with the
motorcycle.
Note: If the motorcycle has been stored for more than 30
days, turn the key switch to the ON position and back to OFF
to exit long term storage mode and then allow it to charge for
24 hours to ensure optimal battery balance is restored.
•
Drive Belt . Check the belt tension and condition. Adjust if
necessary. See “Drive Belt”, on page 6.17 .
•
Brakes. Squeeze the brake lever and press the brake pedal
individually while pushing the motorcycle to see if it rolls. You
should be able to lock-up the wheels completely by applying
the brakes.
•
Throttle. With the key switch in the OFF position, apply the
throttle and release to verify that the throttle is smooth and
returns correctly.
•
Tires. Check both tires for condition and tread depth. Check
cold tire pressure frequently. Check for damage and
alignment. Maintain correct tire pressure as specified on
page 6.16 . Replace the tires when the tread height is 0.08 in
(2 mm) or less.
WARNING! Under-inflation is a common cause of tire failure and
may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation, “blowout,”
or unexpected loss of motorcycle control causing serious injury
or death. Inspect tires regularly to ensure proper inflation levels.
•
Electrical System . Check for correct function of the
headlight, turn signals, and the brake/tail lights.
•
Protective Covers . Confirm protective covers for power
pack diagnostic connector, Quick Charge connector, and
on-board charging connector are installed correctly.
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