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Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by amf4399, Jul 31, 2009.

  1. amf4399

    amf4399 Active Member

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    I replaced the rear tire and have everything back together and the only thing that I am worried about is the tension on the drive belt. I don't have the belt tension tool that the manual calls for and I have done this before and never had a problem. Does everyone have this tool or is there a way to check the tension without the tool? Standard softtail 2002
    amf4399, Jul 31, 2009
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  3. chucktx

    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    i dont use a tool....i lift the rear wheel off the ground. i tighten the belt to get about 1/2 inch defelection at aprox. half way between the pullys. then when the bike is set on the ground it is tight enough for my purposes.......im sure there are a lot of other ways to do it and you will recieve other ways......pic the one you like, or use the service manual.......
    chucktx, Jul 31, 2009
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  4. FLHTbiker

    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    Like Chuck said that is the same way I do it.
    FLHTbiker, Jul 31, 2009
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  5. amf4399

    amf4399 Active Member

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    Thats good . I fell better. Thanks
    amf4399, Aug 1, 2009
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  6. fxdxriderleo

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    What I do is measure the distance from the center of the axle to the center of the swing arm pivot before I pull the wheel, set the wheel back to the same measurement after install.
    fxdxriderleo, Aug 8, 2009
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