Zero Motorcycles XU 2012, Owner'S Manual

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1. Remove the key from the key switch.
2. Set the motorcycle on a stand or lift so the rear
wheel is free to spin. While turning the wheel by
HAND, spray the inside of your entire chain with a
good coating of chain cleaner and let it sit for a
few minutes.
3. Using a brush, fill the bristles with spray from the
chain cleaner. Begin gently scrubbing the chain on
the top of your swingarm using the brush.
4. Do this for the entire length of the chain. Now do
the same thing for the inside/bottom of the
chain.
5. Using the brush, clean both sides of the rear
sprocket. Let this soak for 5 minutes.
6. Using a water hose, rinse the entire chain and
using a clean rag wipe any residual moisture
from the chain.
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Never have the motor spinning the wheel. Turn
the wheel only by hand. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
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Never place your hand between the chain and
sprockets. Work with the chain only in the middle
between the two sprockets. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
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Do not allow any of the lubricant to get on the
brake rotors or brake pads. If the brake rotors or
brake pads are contaminated with lubricant, it will
impair the motorcycle’s ability to stop. This could
result in serious personal injury.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the chain
lubricant you are using; below are the general guide-
lines.
1. Turn the wheel backwards slowly and spray the
inside of the chain on the inside of the links.
2. Turn the wheel backwards slowly and spray the
outside of the chain on the outside of the links.
3. Let the motorcycle stand for 30 minutes to allow
the lubricant to penetrate the link rollers.
Lubricating The Drive Chain
CAUTION:
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Wear safety glasses when lubricating the chain to
prevent eye injuries.