Krikit: A Belt Tension Gauge Tool Thingy
Krikit: A Belt Tension Gauge Tool Thingy
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It's important to keep an eye on your belt tension, especially if you have a custom-sized swing arm. Watch this video for instructions on how to use this tool.
The ideal belt tension is between 30-50kg. Take several measurements as you rotate your wheel to identify the high and low spots. The low spot should be 30kg or more unless you have a low-power setup and do not experience any front tooth skipping. The high spot should be 50kg or less.
When you install a new belt, take it for a quick ride of a few minutes, using medium to low throttle or full throttle as long as the front pulley isn't skipping. Be gentle and gradually work up to full throttle during the 2 test rides. After a few minutes, return home and double-check the tension by re-measuring the high and low spots as described above. The belt tension typically decreases slightly during the first 2 rides but will maintain good tension for a long time afterward if you follow these steps.
If you experience any front tooth belt skipping, ease off and head home to increase the tension. If the tension is already at the 50kg max, follow the troubleshooting steps in the installation guide.
Questions?
How do I install it on my bike?
Check out the installation guide
Regen?
Absolutely. Just be sure to not overheat your motor and weld your freewheel.
SX vs MX?
The MX and SX have the same distance from the motor to the rear wheel so the belt length is the same.
What about all the other Razor models?
With a bit of work you can put a belt kit on the following razors:
- MX350
- RSF350
- MX400
- Pocket Mods
- Dirt Quad(Probably)
Let me know what model of Razor you want a belt drive kit for by filling out this form.
What about the old chain tensioner?
Try to unscrew it. I didn't have much luck unscrewing mine so i just cut the bitch out.
What about the old freewheel?
Freewheel stays but needs to be fixed/welded. The rear pulley mounts on to the freewheel just like the old sprocke. Highly recommended using a welded freewheel as this reduces wear and tear on your drivetrain drastically.
Should I worry about snapping a belt?
One time I snapped a belt while testing the limits of the belt's tension. Under normal tension the belt should not snap or skip. If you hear skipping you should check the tension on your belt. Be sure to check out our installation guide for proper installation techniques.
Does it squeek in the rain like my car belt?
No. Only v-belts do this. Timing belts don't slip or squeak even when soaking wet.
Mud?
Not so much with the V1 kit. The V2 kit has slots for debris to pass through the pulleys if you do a lot of mud trails.
What is better for off road riding?
For hardcore off road riding where sticks and shits gets in the gears chain may be better. Most hardcore dirt bike riders use chains. Probably for a good reason. I am working on a tool free belt replacement option that may work well for this scenario.
How did beta testing go?
International shipping?
Yes. Please contact us for details. Taxes and duties are a bitch but doable.
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