A belt drive is an alternative to the conventional bike chain. They have several advantages, particularly for riders who don’t have the time or inclination to keep a chain maintained. In contrast, a ...

V-belt drive misalignment exists when the driver and driven sheaves are not properly aligned. Misalignment can take either the form of angular or parallel (offset) misalignment, or a combination of ...

Back in November, BikeRadar reported on a drivetrain efficiency study by Friction Facts, and our relationship with the component tester continues to bear fruit, with this instalment investigating the ...

If you look under the hood of any modern vehicle, you will assuredly find the modern multi-rib drive belt—more commonly known as a serpentine belt—driving the engine's accessories. The classic ...

Car crafting is all about adapting late-model factory pieces to our older muscle cars. The conversion has to be simple, easy to work on, and best of all-inexpensive. Our show car cousins love those ...

How To Inspect A Motorcycle Belt Drive For Damage And Wear To inspect the belt, rotate the rear wheel and check the inside and outside surfaces, looking for cracks, missing teeth, tears, or holes. A ...