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Open belt drive primary? Good/bad on a tourer?

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Old 11-18-2015 | 07:21 AM
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Default Open belt drive primary? Good/bad on a tourer?

Considering a open belt primary drive for my 15 RoadGlide.

Had one on a old 72 FL frame with a Panhead several years ago.

It was quiet, smooth and just plane cool.

Several companys make them, just wondering how that would work on a touring bike.

Any and all input greatly appreciated.

Thanks for your time,

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Old 11-18-2015 | 07:24 AM
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I have one on my Wide Glide, cool all day long. Not sure if there is any benefit from a performance or longevity stand point so not sure if I would put one on a bagger. But that also depends on your plans for the bike, is it a blinged out show bike or a long distance tourer?

Your choice.
 
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Old 11-18-2015 | 07:36 AM
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You probably also remember having torn up jeans too.


If your touring bike is for long distances, don't do it. If you are building a custom bike, anything goes.


There are also 1 1/2" belts that fit inside the primary if you are wanting to do away with the chain, tensioner and compensator system. They need a ventilated primary cover to remain cool, but would give you the function w/o the style.
 
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Old 11-18-2015 | 07:41 AM
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I think the open primary looks best on the dynas or soft tail slim models. I am sure it would work on the touring model just fine though. I agree with above post its all in what look you are after.
Post some pics if you decide to install an open primary.
 
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Old 11-18-2015 | 07:52 AM
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The one I am looking at is the Rivera Primo 2" polished Brute IV.

It is designed for the newer bikes and hydraulic clutch. My bike is a little of a hotrod but I still tour on it.

Thanks for your time,

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Old 11-18-2015 | 07:55 AM
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Varoom, that bike is gorgeous! I have to say I've never seen the point of a belt primary and if the other side of your bike looks as cool as this one, then don't spoil it!
 
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Old 11-18-2015 | 08:27 AM
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I couldn't imagine removing a piece of chrome as large as your primary cover, on a bike that gorgeous! Belt drives rock on hot rods and Shovels. Imho, on a blinged out touring bike, it would just look out of place. It's of course your call, But since you asked.... no.
 
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Old 11-18-2015 | 08:27 AM
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Thanks guys,

Maybe not the best idea I have ever had.

Ride safe,

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Old 11-18-2015 | 11:16 AM
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I think the wet clutch is superior to the dry clutch.

The new bike has twice the power of your panhead

Mike
 
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Old 11-18-2015 | 12:19 PM
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don't know enough about the beltdrive to talk but I would like to get rid of the comp noise.
 


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