Polaris 2016 INDIAN Chief Classic - Manual (Page 99)

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Maintenance
Rear Drive Belt Condition
Inspect the rear drive belt at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance table
beginning on page 91. Replace the drive belt if it is cracked or has broken teeth or frayed
edges. No matter its condition, the drive belt should be replaced at periodic intervals. See
the INDIAN MOTORCYCLE Service Manual or an authorized INDIAN MOTORCYCLE dealer.
DO NOT attempt to check belt tension if the belt has been exposed to rain or washing
within a 24 hour period or if the vehicle has been run at operating temperature within the
last four hours. Allow the vehicle to cool down to ambient temperature before measuring
belt tension. Replace the drive belt and both sprockets as a set if the drive belt has over
5,000 miles (8,000 km) of service at the time of damage or failure.
Rear Drive Belt Wear Analysis
Internal tooth cracks
(hairline):
OK to run, but
monitor condition
External tooth cracks:
Replace belt
Missing teeth:
Replace belt
Chipping (not serious):
OK to run, but monitor
condition
Fuzzy edge cord:
OK to run,
but monitor condition
Hook wear:
Replace belt
Stone damage:
Replace belt if damage is
on edge
Bevel wear
(outboard edge only):
OK to run,
but monitor condition