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2014+ XL Raider
1. Using adjuster bolts, push differential assembly
back until belt has about 3/8” slack with 10 lbs.
pressure at midpoint of bottom run. Measure
between swingarm and differential to ensure
that both sides are equal distance.
2. Rotate pulleys forward for at least 3 revolutions
of rear pulley by pulling backwards on bottom
run of belt. Pull belt straight back to get an ac-
curate reading. Check that belt is not climbing
flanges on rear pulley. The adjusters may need
to be moved in or out from side to side to
achieve proper tracking.
3. Torque rear differential plate bolts to
75 ft. lbs
.
4.
See Fig. 1
. Once proper tracking is obtained,
re-check belt tension.
The correct deflection
is 5/16” – 3/8” with 10 lbs.
of pressure ap-
plied.
5. Torque and mark (4) “Swingarm to Differential
Bolts” to
93 ft. lbs
. using 16mm shallow socket
and 18mm wrench.
6. Adjust belt tension by loosening rear plate bolts
and moving adjusters same amount on both
sides. If any adjustment is made you must re-
check belt tracking.
NOTE: Be sure belt is not climbing up side of
the pulley or squeaking as belt is rotated.
8. After all adjustments are made, tighten adjuster
lock nuts.
9. Remove rear shocks for body installation.
NOTE: Body will interfere with shocks during
installation if they are not removed.
10.
See Fig. 2
. Chrome sprocket cover will need to
be modified before reinstalling. Trim 3/16” from
inner shaft to allow clearance with new trans-
mission bracket in place.
11. Reinstall cover using two 1/4” washers behind
the lower mounting hole to achieve proper
clearance with front pulley. Chrome exhaust
bracket will also be reinstalled Use original
mounting hardware.
•
(2) 1/4” Flat Washer– CW2005
NOTE: Torque 1/4” bolt to 110 in. lbs. Torque
3/8” bolt to 33 ft. lbs
.
BELT TENSIONING
Fig. 1
Drive belt deflection
Fig. 2
Trim 3/16”
