Victory Motorcycles Hammer 8-BALL 2010, User Manual

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Maintenance
Drive Belt Tension Inspection
5. Place the base of the tension gauge bracket squarely against the lower strand of the drive belt halfway between
the front and rear drive sprockets. Use the tape measure or ruler and record the position of the base of the tension
gauge bracket. This position represents zero force.
6. Push the plunger upward until the small O-ring touches the tension gauge body. Make sure the tension gauge is
seated squarely against the drive belt, and record the position of the base of the tension gauge bracket.This
position represents 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) of force.
7. Calculate the difference between the zero force position and the 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) of force position you recorded.
Refer to the chart on page 77 for belt specifications.
8. Belt deflection must be measured and adjusted with the belt at the tightest spot. Measure deflection in 4 spots by
rotating the wheel 90 degrees in the forward direction between measurements. Adjust tension as necessary. See
page 80).
Important Belt Deflection Information
• Measure / adjust belt deflection at the tightest spot.
• Belt and sprockets must be clean, dry, and at room temperature for accurate deflection measurement.
• Lowering kits affect belt deflection specifications. Consult an authorized VICTORY dealer if a lowering kit is installed on your
motorcycle.
• When a new drive belt is installed, tension must be adjusted after 500 miles (800 km) to ensure maximum belt service life.