Belt to chain conversion.
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Done!!! List of parts used.
(1) PBI 283-25T transmission sprocket with .500" offset.
(1) PBI 2073 60T flat sprocket.
(1) MotoParts 530 -120 O Ring Chain.
(1) Cycle Parts for less DS1201-0600 1/2" rear spacer.
(5) Five Fastenal 7/16-14 X 2 1/4 long Grade 8 Hex head Bolts.
(1) Tube of Red Locktite.
For a grand total of about $240.00 for parts including shipping.
Some people have asked me: isn't that a step backwards? My reply is that I just want
to put the SPORT back into my Sportster! I also do some off road riding so this was a
logical choice.
(1) PBI 283-25T transmission sprocket with .500" offset.
(1) PBI 2073 60T flat sprocket.
(1) MotoParts 530 -120 O Ring Chain.
(1) Cycle Parts for less DS1201-0600 1/2" rear spacer.
(5) Five Fastenal 7/16-14 X 2 1/4 long Grade 8 Hex head Bolts.
(1) Tube of Red Locktite.
For a grand total of about $240.00 for parts including shipping.
Some people have asked me: isn't that a step backwards? My reply is that I just want
to put the SPORT back into my Sportster! I also do some off road riding so this was a
logical choice.
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Oh...never mind. You got the look you want, which we all know is the only thing important.
Last edited by SportyPig; Aug 7, 2012 at 03:31 PM.
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The only really good reason for a belt to chain swap is unlimited selection of overall ratios...the rest is purely cosmetic to most user's. If I had a choice I would still be running a belt.
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Hey Rick ... very cool set-up !!
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I've done that with at least two chains. I've also had the drive shaft u joint go bad resulting in a tow truck.
My BMW u joints went bad at about 30k, chains are good for half that if your lucky. I have 25k on my belt and a clean rear wheel and I don't carry a can of oil.
My BMW u joints went bad at about 30k, chains are good for half that if your lucky. I have 25k on my belt and a clean rear wheel and I don't carry a can of oil.
Last edited by trainman123; Aug 9, 2012 at 10:00 PM.
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Champion Chain Lube.
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If you have an 06 or newer XL you will need to run a 25/26T trany sprocket to clear the passenger peg bosses on frame. Wide tires requires bigger offsets. I used the 1/2" offset to put the center of the chain to about the same as the belt. Also I am using stock width rear tire. You should keep an eye on the bottom mounting boss of the sprocket cover. It is pretty close and might rub when chain brakes in. You might have to remove some metal for clearance.
http://s800.photobucket.com/user/tra...N2629.jpg.html
http://s800.photobucket.com/user/tra...N2629.jpg.html
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