Belt change procedure

[TILAM1]

So now I have an idea how to do the belt change. I did notice while figuring it out that the secondary pulley has play in out of about maybe 0.050" when I was trying to remove the belt. Is this normal?
The belt has never been of from new.

 

[sxr70001]

The play is normal. I like to wear my mechanics gloves when I change the belt (saves your hands) Also I sometimes cheat a little by putting a wrench on one of the helix bolts to give me a little more leverage. Just don't overdo it.

 

[cobrajet ltx dx]

The wrench trick on the secondary bolt
12mm.. works great. Saves a lot of BS.
That’s if you don’t have the fancy aftermarket belt adjusters venders sell.

 

[grizztracks]

12 mm wrench on a helix bolt is the easiest way to separate the secondary clutch. No need to buy some crazy setup that still requires tools. Out on the trail I usually do it without any tools as shown in the video but always use a wrench while in the shop. Carrying a 12 mm wrench may not be a bad idea for those people that struggle with this.

 

[Mike P]

Or get a thunder products belt adjuster for secondary with the belt change tool. Just put my belts on this past weekend and it was a breeze!!! https://thunderproducts.com/product/yamaha-secondary-clutch-belt-adjuster/

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[super1c]

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They were sold to terry and Tim on here.

https://thunderproductsclutching.com/

New web address!

 

[Mike P]

If you get or already have an after market secondary spring as I do, you will find it much harder to change your belt. I have lost some of the use of my right hand in an accident and needed a solution for changing my belt in the event I was alone. https://www.richmotorsports.com/store/yamaha-belt-change-tool-sr-viper.html I have installed the tool and it is literally a one hand belt change. I am not sure what if any the long term affects will be on the secondary. If anyone else has this installed please chime in.

 

[petey_sx700]

If carrying the belt change tool on your sled it is a good idea to cover the threads with a hose or tape. The threads are not super hard and get damaged if bouncing against your other tools.

 

[Mike P]

Thank you for the heads up.