![]() ![]() ![]() Pull over every few miles and shut off the engine to give your belt time to cool down. The key during this break-in ride is to take it easy and stop frequently. Vary your speed as you ride, but again, don’t go too fast. Keep it in low range on technical terrain. While you’re riding, don’t accelerate too fast, and definitely don’t shoot for top speed. Your belt will need a little extra time to warm up in frigid temps. And if it’s really cold outside, you’ll want to extend that by 5-10 minutes. Shoot for 20 miles, or around 30 minutes, at a minimum. Your first ride on a new drive belt should be an easy one. Here are three crucial things to keep in mind while you’re going for that first ride on a new belt. But this period is crucial if you want to maximize your belt’s lifespan and performance. This part requires a good deal of patience-it’s not always easy to keep your speed down when you’re itching to ride like hell. Photo by SuperATV How to Break In Your Drive BeltĪfter prepping your belt and successfully installing it, it’s time for the actual break-in period. If you’re not sure how to replace a belt, you can check out our YouTube channel for some pointers. Start your drive belt’s life off on the right foot with a proper installation. If you’re still not sure, though, you can always take it to a professional to have it installed. We provide easy-to-follow instructions, and we’ve even filmed some install videos that will walk you through the process. Not confident in your install skills? If you got your belt from SuperATV, we’ve got you covered. Make sure your belt is in it for the long haul by installing it correctly. ![]() Improper installation is one of the main culprits of a blown drive belt. Just make sure to never spray the alcohol (or any cleaner) directly onto your clutch. You can also spray some alcohol on a rag and use that to wipe down your clutch components. To give your drive belt a clean, smooth surface to grip onto, use a can of compressed air to blow dirt and dust off your clutch before installing the new belt. This is something else that can lead to slippage. If your clutch is dirty, your belt won’t be able to get a good grip. Washing your belt with mild soap and warm water straight out of the gate can help to prevent slippage. Silicone is a lubricant, which is not something you want on your drive belt. For example, some manufacturers apply silicone to the belt to get it to release from the mold during production. Some treatments during the manufacturing process can cause your drive belt to slip once installed. Find a place out of the sun and where it won’t get bent. If you purchase a belt that won’t be installed right away (as you should-always have a spare on hand!), make sure to store it somewhere safe. Make sure to avoid any excessive bending, crimping, or flattening, and never zip tie a drive belt. Be sure to handle the belt with care before installing it. You don’t want to damage the drive belt before it even makes it to your machine. Selecting the right ATV or UTV belt is the best way to get the most out of your drive belt. Are thick and gnarly mud bogs your cup of tea? That’s what the Mud Monster belt is for. Do you plan on spending most of your time in the dunes? Grab a Sand Storm belt. SuperATV’s GBoost Drive Belts are designed for specific terrain types and ride styles. But anything beyond casual requires a specialized belt. OEM drive belts usually work just fine for casual riding. The first step is choosing the right belt to match your machine and ride style. There are several ways to extend the life of your belt before you make it to that point. The break-in period doesn’t start once your drive belt is installed on the machine. But don’t worry-we’ll tell you everything you need to know to execute a solid break-in. If you don’t break in your belt the right way, you’re setting yourself up for failure. There are lots of things you can do to extend its life, but properly breaking in your drive belt tops the list. The drive belt is one of those parts that you don’t really think about until it fails-but when it fails, you’ll know. ![]()
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