belt check
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belt check
Ok I have the service manual for my 13 sg. It has the belt tension in the front as 5/16 to 1/4 and another section 7/16 to 1/4. Which is right? Do I check belt tension with the back wheel off the ground? what is the proper way? book is useless sometimes. Thanks
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The thing those dimensions have in common is 1/4". Personally I always set mine (earlier model) at the generous end, so around 5/16" fits both options. It will be interesting to see what an actual owner does!
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By the belt tension gauge at about halfway I'm getting about 1/2" to 10lbs. That's on the jiffy stand. It would be different with the rear wheel off the ground, right....What size is the axle nut to get it loose?
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The procedure and tension spec may vary by year and model...
for instance on my Evos the spec is about 9/16 @ 10 pounds with the riders weight on the bike on jiffy stand ( so you lay over the seat and poke with your hand at the belt).
Your year and model will have another procedure and spec that works best for your bike
I just feel mine from time to time
mike
for instance on my Evos the spec is about 9/16 @ 10 pounds with the riders weight on the bike on jiffy stand ( so you lay over the seat and poke with your hand at the belt).
Your year and model will have another procedure and spec that works best for your bike
I just feel mine from time to time
mike
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i bought the jim's tool for adjusting the belt and it lets you dial it right in.