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Maintenance
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 the drive
belt and both sprockets as a set if the drive belt has
over 5,000 miles (8,000 km) of service at the time
of damage or failure.
Drive Belt Wear Analysis
Internal tooth cracks
(hairline):
OK to run, but
monitor condition
External tooth cracks:
Replace belt
Missing teeth:
Replace belt
Chipping (not serious):
OK to run, but monitor
condition
Fuzzy edge cord:
OK to run,
but monitor condition
Hook wear:
Replace belt
Stone damage:
Replace belt if damage is
on edge
Bevel wear
(outboard edge only):
OK to run,
but monitor condition
