06 venture touring track tension

[ontariosledder]

hey i just replaced my sliders and studded my track and removed my suspension to do it. all reassembled and i need a little info on correct track tension. i dont have a tension gauge, but could buy one if needed.
thanks

 

[Irv]

hey i just replaced my sliders and studded my track and removed my suspension to do it. all reassembled and i need a little info on correct track tension. i dont have a tension gauge, but could buy one if needed.
thanks

Can't tell you exact measurements but can say Yamaha's suggested numbers are too tight.

On my Vector, I believe I am around an inch to an inch and a half free fall in the middle?

I get zero ratcheting at that measure and I don't have extroverts.

Try yours until it ratchets then re-adjust.

 

[ontariosledder]

hey Irv,
i have mine with almost no free fall gap. i have it to tight i guess. would love to find a spec. somewhere

 

[Vectornut]

The Book Says...Raise the track and using a scale, pull down the track, 22 pounds at the center. Track deflection should be 30 to 35mm. (1.18" to 1.38"). This setting would be the setting for your Venture . I feel that this setting is way too tight. I set my sled at 1.5" at natural sag with no problems.

 

[ontariosledder]

thanks guys,
i bought the woodys track tensioner today. i will give it a try in the next week . i will keep you posted.
thanks