Maintenance – Polaris 2001 Victory Standard Cruiser User Manual
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10 Lb Mark
O-Ring
Belt Tension Gauge
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MAINTENANCE
Drive Belt Tension Inspection
1. Secure the mo-
torcycle in an
upright position.
2. Place a tape
measure or rul-
er next to the
belt in the loca-
tion shown.
3. Place the O-ring
on the 10 lb.
mark of the belt
tension gauge.
4. Determine the center of the belt and place the belt tension
gauge squarely against the belt.
5. Push up on the belt tension tool. When the O-ring just touches
the tool body, belt deflection should be 8mm (0.31″).
6. If the belt moved more than 8mm, with 10 lbs. of force, the belt
must be tightened. If the belt moved less than 8mm, with 10
lbs. of force, the belt must be loosened.
The belt tension gauge must be kept at a 90° angle to the belt
in order to obtain an accurate measurement. Located at the
“V” in the lower belt guard.
The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation
and remains hot for a period of time after the engine is shut off.
Wear insulated protection for hands and arms or wait until the en-
gine and exhaust system have cooled before working on the ma-
chine.