Maintenance, Drive belt, Drive belt tension – Polaris 2009 Victory Vegas Jackpot User Manual
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MAINTENANCE
Drive Belt
Drive Belt Tension
Drive Belt Deflection (with 10 lbs. of force)
New drive systems (new belt & sprockets)
5mm +/-- 0.5mm
After 500 miles on drive system
6mm +/-- 0.5mm
The following data is provided for use with a Sonic Tension Meter. Follow the instructions provided with the meter.
Required Data
Required Data
Span
658.3mm
Tension (new belt)
50.6 Hz +/-- 1
Belt width
28mm
Tension (after 500 miles)
48.3 Hz +/-- 1
Belt mass constant
8.4
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