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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?
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
Last edited by mkguitar; Dec 23, 2015 at 01:03 PM.
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.
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.
Belt Replacement?
