02-15-2016, 09:43 AM
(02-15-2016, 07:43 AM)The ferret_imp Wrote: don't you need specialized equipment to set the tension on a belt drive? (That's what the dealer told me when I bought my 94 Sporty)
Just a belt tension gauge, much like the ones used to test/set tension on automotive belts. About the only time you'll use it is after the back wheel has been off. Belts generally don't need periodic tension adjustments like chains. Your rear tire will wear out long before the belt needs adjustment.
Back when I was a collector of Kaw 750 twins, I used to work on my buddy's rare '83 belt drive model. I was amazed at how well the belt held up. Last time I saw it, it was 15 yrs. old with about 60k miles and still on the original belt.