beemer2000 Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 What is the estimated life span of a Vee belt? My oilhead has 36k on clock and just this weekend I thought I heard the belt squeaking a bit. Might just need tightening but while I am in thought I might as well change it. Since I have never attempted this task is there any precautions I should be aware of? Thanks for any advice. Terry Link to comment
Paul Mihalka Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 36K is about the right time to replace the belt. You are lucky. On a R1100R it is a much easier job than on a RT. Link to comment
W8NONU Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 It is a pretty simple change. The life span varies as has been discussed on other occassions. I just check mine every 12,000 miles since it is easy to remove the screws and slide the cover enough to check the belt. To replace the belt you will have to remove the tupperware. I replaced my belt at 54,000 miles and it showed no signs of fatigue. Just felt for the cost I might as well change it during the major service and not have to worry for quite a while. Link to comment
LDHack Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 I delayed replacing mine after inspecting it at 32k, and ended up replacing it at a gas station in the hot FL sun at 36k. It's probably time. I used the 35k schedule there-after. Link to comment
Rob L Posted March 27, 2007 Share Posted March 27, 2007 The belt is guaranteed to hold up as long as you keep a spare with you and the tools to replace it Link to comment
Godfather Posted March 28, 2007 Share Posted March 28, 2007 I'd change it...easy job...cheap insurance. Link to comment
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