Drive Belt; Check Drive Belt Condition - Victory Vegas 2008 Owner's Manual

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Drive Belt

Check Drive Belt Condition

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 VICTORY Service Manual or an authorized VICTORY 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
belt is hot from riding. Allow the belt to cool down to ambient temperature before measuring belt tension. Replace
drive belt and both sprockets as a set if drive belt has over 5,000 miles (8,000 km) of service at the time of damage
or failure.
Check Drive Belt Tension
This procedure involves using the belt tension gauge, part no. PV-43532,
which is designed specifically for measuring drive belt tension.
Before beginning this procedure:
S Make sure the drive belt is dry and at room temperature.
S Make sure the rear suspension is properly adjusted (see Adjust Rear
Shock Absorber, page 100).
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1. Belt Tension Gauge
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2. Small O-Ring
3. Base
4. Plunger
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