I have just converted my '08 Road * using a Champion kit - my ? is - since I no longer have a way to measure the belt deflection, what's the best (easiest) way to set the correct belt tension?
Belt Adjustment on Road Star Trike
- Thread starter Roadie
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The Roadstar manual calls for:
On the side stand:
0.30-0.51 inches of deflection when 10 lbs of force is applied.
On a suitable stand:
0.55-0.83 inches of deflection when 10 lbs of force is applied.
I'd go with the side stand number since that is with the suspension loaded. the belt tension changes on a stand because the rear suspension will droop resulting in a looser belt 'cause the swing arm pivot is behind the center of the front sprocket.
On the side stand:
0.30-0.51 inches of deflection when 10 lbs of force is applied.
On a suitable stand:
0.55-0.83 inches of deflection when 10 lbs of force is applied.
I'd go with the side stand number since that is with the suspension loaded. the belt tension changes on a stand because the rear suspension will droop resulting in a looser belt 'cause the swing arm pivot is behind the center of the front sprocket.
I take mine to the champion dealer, it's the easiest and best way to go when in dought.
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