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IMPORTANT

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Drive Belt Tension Check

IMPORTANT
Perform this procedure to achieve proper belt tension and alignment. Belt tension should be set before performing alignment procedure.
WARNING
A drive belt that is not properly tensioned can cause drive line noise and damage the drive belt, causing possible belt failure and loss of control of the motorcycle.

  1. Inspect the drive belt for damage and wear.

  2. Make sure the rear wheel is elevated before checking or adjusting the tension.

  3. Use the tire valve stem as a reference and perform the following steps:

    1. Check / record the belt deflection at four different points, 90° apart. Rotate the wheel in a COUNTER-CLOCKWISE rotation as viewed from the belt side of the motorcycle.

    2. Adjust the belt deflection with the wheel at the tightest point (least deflection).

  4. Place a tape measure or ruler next to the drive belt.

  5. Slide the o-ring on the belt tension gauge (Special Tool PV-43532) to the 10 lb (4.54 kg) mark.

  6. Place the belt tension gauge squarely against the belt at center and keep it at a 90° angle to the belt surface.

  7. Push up on the gauge until the o-ring just touches the tool body and compare to specification.

    MEASUREMENT

    Drive Belt Deflection @ 10 lbs force:

    15/32 in (12 mm)

  8. If the belt deflects more than specified distance with 10 lb (4.54 kg) of force, proceed to Drive Belt Adjustment and tighten the belt. If the belt deflection is less than specified, proceed to Drive Belt Adjustment and loosen the belt. If the belt deflection is correct, lower the motorcycle.

Parent topic: Drive Belt Maintenance