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Belt drive primary

Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by Wideglide85, Mar 5, 2008.

  1. Wideglide85

    Wideglide85 Active Member

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    What are the advantages of runnin' an open belt primary on a basically stock harley, instead of the stock chain? (other than the Cool Factor?) Maintenance isn't an issue cuz my M-6 takes care of chain adjustment, and changin primary oil is cheap & easy. Any thoughts?
    Wideglide85, Mar 5, 2008
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  3. duke76

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    no oil to leaks
    duke76, Mar 5, 2008
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    Smoother, Less Vibration.
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    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Lighter wallet reduces weight on bike causing you to feel like your faster, bottom of jeans get torn and worn, rocks tossed into the open center if you don't have a $500 cover tear holes in belt, get to buy new belt.

    Sounds and looks good but probably not worth the $1500 to $3000 investment
    hotroadking, Mar 6, 2008
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  6. Wideglide85

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    Thanks for the input. Think I'll stay with the chain. There ain't no leaks, and I can't hear it anyway, the pipes are freakin' LOUD.
    Wideglide85, Mar 6, 2008
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    but there is the "cool" factor.................................:)
    chucktx, Mar 6, 2008
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