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Spooky
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 02:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Transmission sprocket
Rear sprocket
Belt
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Peter
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 02:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Is the idler pulley the same?
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Spooky
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 02:46 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

I think it is? All that Buell changed was the pitch on the belt teeth and sprockets.
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Mikej
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 03:01 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Why do I get the feeling that this will become another stumbling block for the less-enthused , less-informed Buell dealers.
Customer: I need a belt.
Dealer: Here.
Customer: Try again.
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Misato
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 03:03 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

so that would also change the gearing?

1.5k xb9s belt broke.. yes, dont remove the gaurds blah blah. just dont turn around in a gravel driveway.
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99buellx1
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 03:24 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

No gearing change. Straight swap.


Craig
Buell Cycle Center
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Spike
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 04:51 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Just for the record. Your drive belt is covered under warranty if all the stock belt guards are in place.

I can understand the frustration about belt issues on the tube framed bikes. I always struggled to find a good tension setting that allowed me to ride solo with the shock cranked up and let me carry a passenger with luggage. It was always either too loose or too tight. Changing the belt on my Cyclone was the single biggest PITA job I've ever done. Of course, changing a chain and sprockets sucks too.

On the other hand, XB belts have consistent tension, sufficient guards against debris, are easy to change, and require zero adjustment/lubrication/cleaning/"dressing." What's not to like?

I can't help but think of my brother-in-law's brand-new $17k Ducati 999. It's a beautiful bike but after only 200 miles the left side of the wheel/tire/swingarm/etc. is covered in chain lube. Gross.

Mike L.
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Bykergeek
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 05:51 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

>>>I think it is? All that Buell changed was the pitch on the belt teeth and sprockets.<<<

But the Speedo should be off about 10-12 percent if my guess about the changed ratios is correct

edited by bykergeek on July 21, 2003
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99buellx1
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 06:08 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

From my understanding, there will not be a gearing change. As long as you buy the pulleys for the '04 XB9 models.

This way you get the new belt setup, straight swap.


Craig
Buell Cycle Center
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Spooky
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 06:08 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Bykergeek,

Speedo will not be off.

Final Drive 2003 XB9: 65/27

Final Drive 2004 XB9, XB12: 65/27

The only thing Buell changed was the pitch of the belt and sprocket teeth. The change in pitch should not effect the speedo it just ups the performance of the belt.

Eric
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Bykergeek
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 06:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Duhh. Now that I think about it, you're right. The difference in red line offsets the different primary drive ratio.
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Chainsaw
Posted on Monday, July 21, 2003 - 07:18 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Can any of you dealer types out there put a price (parts only) to this potential belt swap? Having a beefier belt that will last 10,000 miles longer than the original is sparking my interest.
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Jmartz
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 08:32 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

The rear pulley has 6 holes instead of 5. There will be something to be done about that.
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Chainsaw
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 08:57 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

...so add a new rear wheel to the list?
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Mikej
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 09:15 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)


quote:

No gearing change. Straight swap.




quote:

The rear pulley has 6 holes instead of 5.




It's all in the details, the details will get you everytime.
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Anonymous
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 03:15 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

The 9 has six holes too
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Mikej
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 03:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

2003 or 2004 or both/all?
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Sarodude
Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 03:25 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only)

Holy Bat Guano - Removing the Belt Damage Preventer may result in Belt Damage?

-Saro
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