Tool Kits
From Unofficial Zero Manual
This is a reference for the tools needed to work on Zeros.
- Some or many of these may be worth carrying with you on your bike, especially if you ride off-road or take trips far from home.
- Fastener Torques
- See the owners' manuals, and the fastener specifications page.
- Aftermarket
- Add-on or aftermarket accessories (lights, windscreens, luggage, etc) may require additional tools.
Tool | Spec | Items |
---|---|---|
Philips #1 Screwdriver | PH1 | Throttle assembly, turn signal lenses |
Philips #2 Screwdriver | PH2 | Handlebar control switches, front brake fluid reservoir, misc plastics |
Flathead Screwdriver | Size 1 | Suspension adjustments |
Allen key | 3mm (H3) | Body panels
|
4mm (H4) | Headlight, footguards, horn bracket, brake line clamps, misc | |
5mm (H5) | Front axle pinch bolts, brake rotors, left mirror perch clamp | |
6mm (H6) | Misc Structural
| |
7mm (H7) | Side stand, handlebars (2015+) | |
10mm (H10) | Swingarm | |
Hex
|
8mm | Brake lever perch clamps, brake caliper bleeders |
10mm | Brake lever pivot bolt | |
13mm | Brake calipers, belt adjusters (open-end only) | |
14mm | Mirrors, brake line banjo bolts | |
Torx bit | T25 | Front brake pad retainer pin (2013-2014) |
T45 | Seat bolts (stock 2015+) | |
Security Torx bit | T25 | Throttle assembly (2014+?) |
Hex socket
|
15mm | Rear brake pedal pivot |
27mm | Rear axle nut | |
41mm (42mm?) | Top triple clamp crown bolt | |
Castle nut | (see manual) | Top steering head bearing |
Spoke wrench | Wheel spokes (2013-2014 DS or FX) | |
Belt tension gauge | Gates Krikit | Drive Belt |
Tire Pressure Gauge | Rated for 20-50psi | Tires |
Consumables
Here are some recommended spare parts to carry on your Zero or keep in your garage.
- Low voltage fuses (10 amp, 5 amp ATC style)
- High voltage fuses (ABC20A, ABC4A, ATM30 - see your official owners' manual)
- Spare Drive Belt (especially on pre-2017 models)
- Pre-ordering a belt can save replacement delivery delays when or if a belt snaps.
- Tire repair kit with the appropriate items to repair a tire (patch for tubes, plug for tubeless) and a pump or CO2 cartridge to refill the air.