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Old 12-21-2014, 09:47 AM
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Default stage 4 103 upgrade

So after your upgrade, what is the best rear belt
to go back on after having to much Fun!

Would like to have one on hand when mine goes.

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for your input, we've all been there.
 
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Old 12-21-2014, 10:52 AM
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I don't know that there is much/any difference between belts. For me, the best belt is a chain, and I've converted my bike to a chain drive for that reason.
Note that there are many who will disagree with me, and the chain vs. belt question is the subject of a good number of threads on this forum.
 
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A bud of mine had just done a 120R install and 1st thing was to order a conversion to chain. Now that I understand, and would also do on that MONSTER motor!

Would just like to know what belts you guys that run Hard are using? And I do get how important tire pressure, alingment, and tension is.
 
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If not changing pulleys stock belts hold up as well or better than others. Goodyear is my first choice after that.
 
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Have several acquaintances running the factory Stage IV 103 upgrade and no broken belts. None of them can keep up with my old '02 FLHT all bore 107" and I haven't broken a belt either. I think your stock belt will be fine but should it go, replace it with the OEM belt. JMHO.
 
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Thanks guys I'll hang one above the bench.
 
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With 107/114 you shouldn't really need to worry about a r/drive belt failure.
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