Zero FX 2017, Owner'S Manual

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General Maintenance
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7. Rotate the rear wheel a quarter-turn and repeat the
frequency measurement.
8. Compare your belt’s frequency readings to the
recommended range values below.
9. Adjust drive belt tension if the frequency is outside the
recommended range.
Drive Belt Adjustment Procedure
Note: Adjust both sides (left and right) equally.
1. Remove key from the key switch.
2. Loosen the rear axle nut (C) on right side of motorcycle.
3. Loosen the (left and right) 13 mm jam nuts (A).
4. Turn the (left and right) 13 mm adjustment bolts (B) 1/4
turn at a time until the belt adjustment is within
specification.
5. Tighten left and right jam nuts (A) to secure the belt.
6. Tighten the axle nut (C) on right side of motorcycle.
Torque 75 lb·ft (102 Nm).
7. Test ride the motorcycle.
8. Recheck the belt for proper adjustment after the test
ride and readjust, if necessary.
Belt Pitch Recommended Frequency Range
11 mm 42.5 Hz to 73.6 Hz
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