Thanks for the demo, Hans. Im watching this waiting for the coffee to finish then heading out to the garage to do this job. Once my original belt is off Im going to carry it and the toolset in case of emergency, next to my tire patching kit and inflator. Some people do not like the belt, but my experience has been very positive so far. My belt has gone from 0 to 26000 miles with no trouble at all, except that it started getting a little squeaky when cold at around 10k miles. I only had to tension it four or five times, and two of those were because of tire replacements. Also I ride sometimes like its a ride at an amusement park... lots of hard acceleration, and the bike is carrying 300 lbs of old man and his cargo. My other bike, a VTR1000F, regularly consumed chain and sprocket sets under the same conditions. Now its "retired" but I still have it. Compared to high quality chain and sprockets, the belt is much cheaper, lasts just as long ( for me anyway) doesnt fling oil, needs adjustment far less often, is replaceable on the roadside, and is much much easier to install because you dont have to cut it to length, press on the master link, and stake the rivets.
There is definetly something to say for the belt. I really don't like the mess of cleaning and lubing my chain now. They should've probably fitted a heavier one like bmw abs Harley is using.
@@Hans2183 After removing the old belt and looking closely I could see little cracks all over it, one for each valley between teeth. Its true I made it 26k miles while beating the crap out of it and it didnt break, but that might be more luck than Im comfortable with. Next time Im changing it at 20k miles. Also btw I found that the wheel cover didnt need to be removed. I only removed one of its bolts on the swingarm and passed the belt through that gap. Overall an excellent design. I made up a small toolkit and folded the old belt and it all fits into the bottom of the lockable storage. If it ever breaks I should be able to change it right there and ride home. Thanks and enjoy your Energica.
A belt snap is my biggest fear as it keeps you stranded. When it happens to me, I would think about a chain conversion kit. It makes more sound, but I get ease of mind instead. 👍
True for the srf I now have a repair kit and soon will receive the spare belt I ordered. I should be able to replace it on the road that way. I understand for the other zero models a swap is a bit more complicated.
Many thanks for making this video (and in English), that is much appreciated. Thanks to you I might actually change it myself if the case arises. I reached 19'000 km last week and so far, so good. In comparison you are definitely an all-seasons-weather rider where dirt will more often be picked up from wet road surfaces right into the belt. I think that Zero did a poor job in protecting the rear parts from water projections from the road. The Livewire appears to be better designed in this regard.
That's already a nice distance on that belt. Glad you got more out of it. Make sure you either have recovery or a spare belt cause you're really stuck when it breaks. You could try to look for cracks in the outer ribbed section on the tightest bend. Maybe with some additional light it might be visible at the front sprocket. Yeah dirt gets everywhere on mine. Even behind the plastics. Tank will come apart when the charge tank arrives. Curious at what we'll find there.
Im sorry about your belt, im worried about mine because this belts looks so thin compared with harley davidson belts and looks like this thing broke very easy, can you please add the website of the dealer you bought from in the description? it going to help a lot of people and your dealer as well. Thank you.
Yes these belt are definitely too small and light for this application. I bought it locally. They don't even sell online. But you can find them with the reference number all over the world.
Nice video! Does the European version of the SR/F come with the license plate mounted that way, or did you move it? I ask because one of the complications I experienced when changing the belt is the license plate light wiring harness that runs down the swing arm. This harness is zip tied in multiple spots and, while there is a connector that you can disconnect, it's located beyond several of the zip ties. In other words, you either have to cut several zip ties or remove the license plate bracket to slip the belt on. Not a big deal, but it definitely adds a little more challenge if you needed to do this in the field.
Hey Scott, good point. I did indeed move my license plate to that new spot. The original spot is on the black fender on the (very heavy) rear bracket. Initially I had that (unsprung weight) bracket removed also but then had to put it back because of all the dirt on my back. The wire on the swingarm indeed has a connector hidden in the black wrap. That now runs underneath the seat like the blinker and tail light wires do. The hole in the swingarm of one of the connector points is taped over just to keep dirt out. The plate is connected on a very basic L plate that connects to the new mounting points for the blinkers you get when you install the metal top case holder.
Mine broke at 13.000 km. A bit early to my liking. Tension was kept within spec. All weather riding and dirty roads around here probably didn't help with the lifespan. Replacement is easy indeed on this platform.
Only just this easy way of mounting it to the front compared to all the FX, S and DS models is almost enough for switching to the SR-F/S !! Zero is a bit crushed for this bike, because the battery and range compared to the older models didn't change, but wow, most other things on it they really made a leap for Zero.
Indeed power output, charge config, dash and things like this swing arm design were a huge step forward. Hoping they'll make another jump soon. In that fashion Energica seems to keep a higher pace of (sometimes small) improvements. But then their frame or dash hasn't changed in years.
Thanks for the video! It has a very clear instructions for the process. I'd have a question still: do you know how to adjust the belt on the front sprocket? I managed to follow the process and also adjust tension and alignment of the belt on the rear sprocket successfully. However, when adjusted correctly on the rear end, the belt still touches the edge of the front sprocket making a whining noise. How to fix that?
Bij de dealer betaalde ik 214,78 EUR. Online heb ik ze gevonden voor 204,77 EUR. Voor Belgie deze webshop zero.futuremobilitycenter.be/product/riem-11mm-x-20mm-sr-f-sr-s/ Ze hebben er ook andere opties die gemakkelijk zelf te installeren zijn. Ik wacht nog wel op levering maar gezien de drukte bij bpost niet zo heel gek. En ze moeten volgens mij ook zelf eerst bestellen bij zero, ziet er niet naar uit dat ze op voorraad hebben (bij de dealer hadden ze die wel).
@@Hans2183 Hoeveel km stond erop de riem toen deze brak? Preventief vervangen is ook nogal duur met deze prijzen. Wellicht ben ik een zeikert maar dit zou niet mogen gebeuren op een motor van deze prijs. Kunnen beter een ketting met automatisch olie systeem erop zetten.
Was op 13.000 km bij mij. Ketting breekt zo snel niet maar dan zit je weer met extra onderhoud. Voor woon /werk moet je best wel goed smering bijhouden
@@Hans2183 ik heb een cobra nemo geinstalleerd, kan goedkope transmissie olie in. Schoonmaken is bij mij alleen keer met doek erover elke 5000 km. Vorige ketting stond op 28000 km toen ik motor verkocht, nog geen speling of sporen van slijtage.
Bmw claimt nu trouwens ook een onderhoudsvrije ketting te hebben ontwikkeld, klinkt iets te goed om waar te zijn, maar anders is cardan as en riem helemaal niet meer interessant. Bedrijf dat ketting heeft ontwikkeld voor bmw is regina
3 years later and you're saving people! Thank you for the great video.
I'm back to shaft drive myself 🫣
If they made a chain conversion for the SRF I'd jump on it right away
Thanks for the demo, Hans. Im watching this waiting for the coffee to finish then heading out to the garage to do this job.
Once my original belt is off Im going to carry it and the toolset in case of emergency, next to my tire patching kit and inflator.
Some people do not like the belt, but my experience has been very positive so far. My belt has gone from 0 to 26000 miles with no trouble at all, except that it started getting a little squeaky when cold at around 10k miles. I only had to tension it four or five times, and two of those were because of tire replacements. Also I ride sometimes like its a ride at an amusement park... lots of hard acceleration, and the bike is carrying 300 lbs of old man and his cargo.
My other bike, a VTR1000F, regularly consumed chain and sprocket sets under the same conditions. Now its "retired" but I still have it.
Compared to high quality chain and sprockets, the belt is much cheaper, lasts just as long ( for me anyway) doesnt fling oil, needs adjustment far less often, is replaceable on the roadside, and is much much easier to install because you dont have to cut it to length, press on the master link, and stake the rivets.
There is definetly something to say for the belt. I really don't like the mess of cleaning and lubing my chain now. They should've probably fitted a heavier one like bmw abs Harley is using.
@@Hans2183
After removing the old belt and looking closely I could see little cracks all over it, one for each valley between teeth. Its true I made it 26k miles while beating the crap out of it and it didnt break, but that might be more luck than Im comfortable with. Next time Im changing it at 20k miles. Also btw I found that the wheel cover didnt need to be removed. I only removed one of its bolts on the swingarm and passed the belt through that gap. Overall an excellent design. I made up a small toolkit and folded the old belt and it all fits into the bottom of the lockable storage. If it ever breaks I should be able to change it right there and ride home.
Thanks and enjoy your Energica.
Way simpler than a DS for sure. Great video!
Love your username 🤣
A belt snap is my biggest fear as it keeps you stranded. When it happens to me, I would think about a chain conversion kit. It makes more sound, but I get ease of mind instead. 👍
True for the srf I now have a repair kit and soon will receive the spare belt I ordered. I should be able to replace it on the road that way. I understand for the other zero models a swap is a bit more complicated.
Many thanks for making this video (and in English), that is much appreciated. Thanks to you I might actually change it myself if the case arises. I reached 19'000 km last week and so far, so good.
In comparison you are definitely an all-seasons-weather rider where dirt will more often be picked up from wet road surfaces right into the belt. I think that Zero did a poor job in protecting the rear parts from water projections from the road. The Livewire appears to be better designed in this regard.
That's already a nice distance on that belt. Glad you got more out of it. Make sure you either have recovery or a spare belt cause you're really stuck when it breaks. You could try to look for cracks in the outer ribbed section on the tightest bend. Maybe with some additional light it might be visible at the front sprocket. Yeah dirt gets everywhere on mine. Even behind the plastics. Tank will come apart when the charge tank arrives. Curious at what we'll find there.
Im sorry about your belt, im worried about mine because this belts looks so thin compared with harley davidson belts and looks like this thing broke very easy, can you please add the website of the dealer you bought from in the description? it going to help a lot of people and your dealer as well. Thank you.
Yes these belt are definitely too small and light for this application. I bought it locally. They don't even sell online. But you can find them with the reference number all over the world.
Nice video! Does the European version of the SR/F come with the license plate mounted that way, or did you move it? I ask because one of the complications I experienced when changing the belt is the license plate light wiring harness that runs down the swing arm. This harness is zip tied in multiple spots and, while there is a connector that you can disconnect, it's located beyond several of the zip ties. In other words, you either have to cut several zip ties or remove the license plate bracket to slip the belt on. Not a big deal, but it definitely adds a little more challenge if you needed to do this in the field.
Hey Scott, good point. I did indeed move my license plate to that new spot. The original spot is on the black fender on the (very heavy) rear bracket. Initially I had that (unsprung weight) bracket removed also but then had to put it back because of all the dirt on my back. The wire on the swingarm indeed has a connector hidden in the black wrap. That now runs underneath the seat like the blinker and tail light wires do. The hole in the swingarm of one of the connector points is taped over just to keep dirt out. The plate is connected on a very basic L plate that connects to the new mounting points for the blinkers you get when you install the metal top case holder.
To stow a belt in your kit somewhere for emergencies, how to fold:
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Thanks for the video. Looks easy enough to do it yourself, just one question. At what milage did the belt break?
Mine broke at 13.000 km. A bit early to my liking. Tension was kept within spec. All weather riding and dirty roads around here probably didn't help with the lifespan. Replacement is easy indeed on this platform.
Only just this easy way of mounting it to the front compared to all the FX, S and DS models is almost enough for switching to the SR-F/S !! Zero is a bit crushed for this bike, because the battery and range compared to the older models didn't change, but wow, most other things on it they really made a leap for Zero.
Indeed power output, charge config, dash and things like this swing arm design were a huge step forward. Hoping they'll make another jump soon. In that fashion Energica seems to keep a higher pace of (sometimes small) improvements. But then their frame or dash hasn't changed in years.
Thanks for the video! It has a very clear instructions for the process. I'd have a question still: do you know how to adjust the belt on the front sprocket? I managed to follow the process and also adjust tension and alignment of the belt on the rear sprocket successfully. However, when adjusted correctly on the rear end, the belt still touches the edge of the front sprocket making a whining noise. How to fix that?
Not sure if that pulley can be aligned. That is directly on the motor shaft. Best to ask in the zero Facebook group or www.electricmotorcycleforum.com
May I know where I can get the belt?
I got mine at a dealer. With some luck they have some in stock.
@@Hans2183 Please share the contact details brother.
Any zero dealer really. For Belgium I would recommend Schockaert in Aalst.
Hoeveel kost zo'n riem?
Bij de dealer betaalde ik 214,78 EUR. Online heb ik ze gevonden voor 204,77 EUR. Voor Belgie deze webshop zero.futuremobilitycenter.be/product/riem-11mm-x-20mm-sr-f-sr-s/ Ze hebben er ook andere opties die gemakkelijk zelf te installeren zijn. Ik wacht nog wel op levering maar gezien de drukte bij bpost niet zo heel gek. En ze moeten volgens mij ook zelf eerst bestellen bij zero, ziet er niet naar uit dat ze op voorraad hebben (bij de dealer hadden ze die wel).
@@Hans2183 Hoeveel km stond erop de riem toen deze brak? Preventief vervangen is ook nogal duur met deze prijzen. Wellicht ben ik een zeikert maar dit zou niet mogen gebeuren op een motor van deze prijs. Kunnen beter een ketting met automatisch olie systeem erop zetten.
Was op 13.000 km bij mij. Ketting breekt zo snel niet maar dan zit je weer met extra onderhoud. Voor woon /werk moet je best wel goed smering bijhouden
@@Hans2183 ik heb een cobra nemo geinstalleerd, kan goedkope transmissie olie in. Schoonmaken is bij mij alleen keer met doek erover elke 5000 km. Vorige ketting stond op 28000 km toen ik motor verkocht, nog geen speling of sporen van slijtage.
Bmw claimt nu trouwens ook een onderhoudsvrije ketting te hebben ontwikkeld, klinkt iets te goed om waar te zijn, maar anders is cardan as en riem helemaal niet meer interessant. Bedrijf dat ketting heeft ontwikkeld voor bmw is regina