Belt Tension

[f-okie]

I know it must be on here somewhere, but I can't find it. What should the proper tension on my belt be?
And don't just say "enough to keep my pants up"
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[BBChopper]

tighter the better!

You have to be on the bike to check it (pre load) I think the book says something about 5/8" of deflection (maybe that’s the primary) oh well. They have a special tension gauge, I just tighten the shit out of it my self, you can pull up on mine about ¼” but its stiff!!

 

[Vegas]

I would go with big dog spec. To tight can cause vibration and premature bearing wear.

 

[f-okie]

Thanks guys, I guess I'll have to find a body to load it with. I would think it would be somewhere around 1/4 to 1/2'. Owners manual doesn't say.

 

[Raywood]

Owners manual doesn't say.

My manual has it in Chapter 11 Alignment.

Belt Tension Gauge HD p/n 35381

1/4" to 1/2" deflection @ 10 lbs of force with rider weight.

Next page shows taking the measurement from the top belt not the lower.

Later,
Ray

 

[f-okie]

Thanks Ray, I'll give that a try:up:
Looks like I'll have to break down and get a service manual.

 

[chucktx]

the service manual will be the best and most used tool in your tool box!!!!

 

[f-okie]

Well boys, my service manual (2006) came in today---it ONLY has 6 chapters, and nothing covering alignment or belt tension. So I'm still in the dark (kinda), it doesn't cover everything I think it should. I'll check with Big Dog and see if I got an incomplete manual.

 

[Raywood]

Well boys, my service manual (2006) came in today---it ONLY has 6 chapters, and nothing covering alignment or belt tension. So I'm still in the dark (kinda), it doesn't cover everything I think it should. I'll check with Big Dog and see if I got an incomplete manual.

That don't sound right. Anything about rivisions on the upper line. I posted mine somewhere on here. They sent me a complete new manual after I emailed them. Shoot them an email and see what they say.

Good luck,
Ray

 

[f-okie]

Thanks Ray---I know it just didn't look right. I just got though shooting them a email---now I just have to wait

 

[Raywood]

This is the revision dated 7-1-05. Has about 15 chapters.

 

[f-okie]

Damn--I only have: General Info, Chassis, Engine, Clutch/Primary, Transmission and Electrical.

 

[Gas Man]

sounds like you only got half f -okie

 

[f-okie]

It sure does. Just waiting to hear back from BD. It's sure not worth the $100 the way it is:bang:

 

[f-okie]

Well boys, here's the latest update. According To BDM, the 06 manual ONLY has the 6 chapters. So, Anne (customer service) is going to send me an 08 complete manual. Between the two-it'll give me everything I need. Anne's an awesome lady to deal with:2thumbs: :2thumbs:

 

[Raywood]

Well boys, here's the latest update. According To BDM, the 06 manual ONLY has the 6 chapters. So, Anne (customer service) is going to send me an 08 complete manual. Between the two-it'll give me everything I need. Anne's an awesome lady to deal with:2thumbs: :2thumbs:

 

[Gas Man]

f-okie... that is nuts. I guess I'm glad i got a 05 manual.

Further, to check tension if you don't have the "feel" down... get a motion pro belt tension gauge.

 

[f-okie]

Thanks Chris---I got the 08 manual yesterday---man, that damn things covers EVERYTHING.:2thumbs:

Now I'll incorporate to two into one.