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Zero offers some chain kit options that include front and rear sprockets and a 520 DID X-ring chain.
* [http://www.zeromotorcycles.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_6&products_id=192 Enhanced Chain Kit for FX/FXS models] across all 2013+ years.
* For 2017 models, a chain conversion kit is referenced as part 10-08127 (unconfirmed).
;Motivation
: [http://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=5439 Chain vs belt comparison]
;Maintenance
* Motorcycle chain drives are common, so generic maintenance can be quite effective:
** [https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/news-and-views/advice/biking-tips/love-your-chain Love Your Chain: Top Maintenance Tips by Bennetts]
** [https://www.revzilla.com/common-tread/how-to-clean-and-lube-a-motorcycle-chain How to Clean and Lube A Motorcycle Chain by Revzilla]
* There's some vague agreement that for chain slack, 0.8-1.2in of deflection is appropriate.
*: Chains tend to loosen as they wear, so a little tighter at the start is somewhat helpful.
*: Zero's swingarm pivot is concentric/aligned with the motor shaft and countersprocket, so there's no need to check for tension changes as the swingarm squats.
* Zero's kit chain does not have O-rings, and many prefer a chain with O-rings for longer lifespan and quieter and smoother operation, so changing the chain is recommendable.
;References
* [https://www.electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=9714 Chain Kit Slack]
===[[Chain Kit Install|Install]]===
{{:Chain Kit Install}}
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[[Category:Product]]
[[Category:Aftermarket]]
Zero offers some chain kit options that include front and rear sprockets and a 520 DID X-ring chain.
* [http://www.zeromotorcycles.com/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=15_6&products_id=192 Enhanced Chain Kit for FX/FXS models] across all 2013+ years.
* For 2017 models, a chain conversion kit is referenced as part 10-08127 (unconfirmed).
;Motivation
: [http://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=5439 Chain vs belt comparison]
;Maintenance
* Motorcycle chain drives are common, so generic maintenance can be quite effective:
** [https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/news-and-views/advice/biking-tips/love-your-chain Love Your Chain: Top Maintenance Tips by Bennetts]
** [https://www.revzilla.com/common-tread/how-to-clean-and-lube-a-motorcycle-chain How to Clean and Lube A Motorcycle Chain by Revzilla]
* There's some vague agreement that for chain slack, 0.8-1.2in of deflection is appropriate.
*: Chains tend to loosen as they wear, so a little tighter at the start is somewhat helpful.
*: Zero's swingarm pivot is concentric/aligned with the motor shaft and countersprocket, so there's no need to check for tension changes as the swingarm squats.
* Zero's kit chain does not have O-rings, and many prefer a chain with O-rings for longer lifespan and quieter and smoother operation, so changing the chain is recommendable.
;References
* [https://www.electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=9714 Chain Kit Slack]
===[[Chain Kit Install|Install]]===
{{:Chain Kit Install}}
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[[Category:Product]]
[[Category:Aftermarket]]