I think this is an obvious one but thought I would ask anyway....

While removing my exhaust the other day I noticed this in my belt:



It looks like a rock got caught and is stuck in there.

My question is does this warrant me to replace the belt?

 

Worse damage has survived...

 

The general consensus is that a tear on the edge is a critical situation.
A rock in the center such as yours calls for removal of rock/piece the inspection of belt and pulleys.
Many folks report no problems after several thousands of miles (50 K or more) after such a situation unless they have a monster motor, they like burnouts or something else that creates a huge stress.
Did you remove a belt guard?

 

What im said.

 

My question is what kind of damages have the pullies suffered ??

 

Thanks for the info guys.

The belt guard is still intact. I've only got 30K miles on the bike.

I'll take a look at the pulleys and make sure they are good.

 

belt replacement is labour intensive- requires primary drive come off and swingarm.

IF you have to replace the front pulley due to damage- then you are 1/2 way to the belt and should just replace it then.

If the pulleys are good, then just ride, but keep an eye on the belt...if the damage spreads it is alot easier to deal with this when you are home rather than 500 miles away.

If you are not going to fix this yourself, You could even contact your shop and let them know that you will be needing a belt replacement..."let me know when you guys are running a deal on repairs" ( like maybe slow during the winter)


Mike

 

If it was mine and I'm openly cheap for the most part, I'd pop out whatever that is file down any rough spots and then ride it. Keep a eye on belt for wear or damage and be ready for a repair down the road.

Batman

 

Had a friend have the same thing happen, he poked out the rock, put wax paper between the belt , and the rear pulley , and filled the hole with RTV, just to keep the dirt out of it. It now has 60k, and some change on the belt since.

 

run it. i had a stone hole like that and ran it for 11 years before i changed it.