Drive Belt System - Buell 2007 FIREBOLT Service Manual

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DRIVE BELT SYSTEM

GENERAL
There is no drive belt adjustment required for the Buell Fire-
bolt. The system utilizes a fixed idler pulley that maintains the
desired tension throughout suspension travel and life of the
belt.
Forward bend must not be less than 5 in. (127 mm).
Minimum Diameter
Do not twist.
Mishandling drive belt will result in premature failure. For
maximum strength, integrity and longevity, avoid over
bending (A and B), twisting (C), crimping, pinching or kink-
ing (D), and prying (E).
NOTE
Figure 6-38. Proper Drive Belt Handling
INSPECTION & CLEANING
See 1.10 DRIVE BELT.
A
Reverse bend must not be less than 10 in. (254 mm).
Minimum Diameter
C
Do not crimp, pinch or kink.
Do not pry.
2007 Buell Firebolt: Drive/Transmission
6.6
B
D
E
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