Owner`s manual

General Operation
4.3
General Operatio n
General Operation
This section describes several items you should examine
before operation.
Pre-Ride Inspection
Before operating the Zero Motorcycle, check the following
to make sure the m
otorcycle is secure and intact:
 Power Pack. Make sure the dash
panel charge
indicator is indicating a charged power pack. We
suggest you recharge before use. Always keep the
charger cord with the motorcycle.
 Drive Bel
t (all models). Check the belt tension and
condition. Adjust if necessary. The drive belt must be
cleaned at the intervals specified in the maintenance
schedule; otherwise it will quickly wear out, especially
when riding in dusty or wet areas. See
“Drive Belt”, on
page 5-13.
 Drive Ch
ain (optional). Check the tension and
condition. Adjust and lubricate if necessary. The drive
chain must be cleaned and lubricated at the intervals
specified in the maintenance schedule; otherwise it will
quickly wear out, especially when riding in dusty or wet
areas. See
“Drive Chain (Optional)”, on page 5-15.
 B
rakes. 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. W
ith the key switch in the OFF position, apply
the throttle and release to verify that the throttle is
smooth and returns correctly.
 Ti
res. 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
5-12. Replace the tires when the
tread height is 0.08 inches (2
mm) or less.
CAUTION: Unde
r-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.
 Elec
trical System. Check for correct function of the
headlight, turn signals, and the brake/tail lights.
 Pr
otective Covers. Confirm protective covers for
power pack diagnostic connector, Quick Charge
connector, and onboard charging connector are
installed correctly.