Belt. Laugh at my pain.
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03-28-2020 | 02:54 PM
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Belt. Laugh at my pain.
So I seem to have picked up a rock and ruined my belt. Bike has just shy of 30k and shows no other problems. I will be doing the job myself and learning along the way. What items should I be changing or inspecting while I'm in there?
Also, should I stick with the Harley belt or are there good aftermarket options?
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03-28-2020 | 03:33 PM
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03-28-2020 | 03:55 PM
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03-28-2020 | 03:58 PM
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So I seem to have picked up a rock and ruined my belt. Bike has just shy of 30k and shows no other problems. I will be doing the job myself and learning along the way. What items should I be changing or inspecting while I'm in there?
Also, should I stick with the Harley belt or are there good aftermarket options?
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03-28-2020 | 04:38 PM
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03-28-2020 | 04:50 PM
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So I seem to have picked up a rock and ruined my belt. Bike has just shy of 30k and shows no other problems. I will be doing the job myself and learning along the way. What items should I be changing or inspecting while I'm in there?
Also, should I stick with the Harley belt or are there good aftermarket options?
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03-28-2020 | 05:54 PM
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I'm assuming it was a rock. I've only gone about 300 miles since I mounted two new tires (not my first time) and I've heard no weird noises. My last ride took me down a couple dirt and gravel roads so that's why I assume a rock got wedged somewhere. Whatever the case, it's coming apart so if something else is wrong I'll find it.
The belt guard is still there, but I can't see how it would protect the top of the belt. If it's not clear, the damage is only on the outside, the inside is still good.
Stock pulleys are staying, I have no desire to change the gearing. Had an 08 before and I much prefer the lower ratio of this 2011
Since I've got time, but diminishing funds (Corona layoff starts next week) I'll likely start the tear down tomorrow.
The belt guard is still there, but I can't see how it would protect the top of the belt. If it's not clear, the damage is only on the outside, the inside is still good.
Stock pulleys are staying, I have no desire to change the gearing. Had an 08 before and I much prefer the lower ratio of this 2011
Since I've got time, but diminishing funds (Corona layoff starts next week) I'll likely start the tear down tomorrow.
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03-28-2020 | 06:44 PM
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Changing the pulleys was for the wear item factor not for changing ratios.
Rear pulley is aluminium, front is steel.
When new belt is installed new pulleys are recommended.
I can see leaving the front steel one with only 30k miles but the rear, make sure it shows no wear.
Cost and time involved changing belt, make sure pulleys are like new if not new.
Rear pulley is aluminium, front is steel.
When new belt is installed new pulleys are recommended.
I can see leaving the front steel one with only 30k miles but the rear, make sure it shows no wear.
Cost and time involved changing belt, make sure pulleys are like new if not new.