How long does a belt last on a motorcycle?
100,000 km
Modern drive belts are strengthened with steel wires inside and Kevlar coating outside – such belt systems can last really long. You can expect a well maintained belt drive on a motorcycle to last in excess of 100,000 km or even more.
How to replace a Softail drive belt on a motorcycle?
How to Replace Softail Drive Belt. 1 Step 1. Raise the Softail off the ground using the motorcycle stand. Remove the rear axle nut using the pliers. Tap the axle rod out using the push 2 Step 2. 3 Step 3.
How do you replace the belt drive on a Harley Davidson?
Video-In this completely free video we show you how to access your final belt drive by completely removing your inner and outer primary drive housings on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We then show you how to replace your final belt drive.
How do you replace a Softail on a Harley Davidson?
You can buy the tools and replacement belt at any Harley dealership. Raise the Softail off the ground using the motorcycle stand. Remove the rear axle nut using the pliers. Tap the axle rod out using the push rod and hammer. Push the Softail’s rear wheel forward and remove the drive belt from the sprocket.
Can a bike drive belt be misaligned?
Since the ’99 Harley has had several rear tire changes over the life of the belt, where the belt was not changed, misalignment could have happened at any of them. So exactly where some degree of misalignment may have happened we’ll never know.
Video-In this completely free video we show you how to access your final belt drive by completely removing your inner and outer primary drive housings on a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We then show you how to replace your final belt drive.
You can buy the tools and replacement belt at any Harley dealership. Raise the Softail off the ground using the motorcycle stand. Remove the rear axle nut using the pliers. Tap the axle rod out using the push rod and hammer. Push the Softail’s rear wheel forward and remove the drive belt from the sprocket.
How long does a Harley Davidson final drive belt last?
Each Harley Davidson final drive belt is designed to require minimal maintenance and adjustment but to also last a very long time. These belts typically last much longer than any chain drive and if properly cared for and maintained can last the lifetime of the motorcycle.