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Accurately measures drive belt tension on all flat belts including the Spyder.

This Gates tension gauge measures from 100 to 320 lbs or 50 to 150 kg. There are other Krikit gauges with different tension ranges. This is the correct tension range for your Spyder drive belt.

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I understand the krikit is only a gage and not the recommended way to accurately adjust the belt, and, there seems to be varying opinions on actually just what the belt tension (in pounds) should be. I have a 14 RTS SE6. Does anyone know, in pounds, what the belt tension on my :spyder: should be? It's just something I'd like to keep a check on from time to time. Thanks...........

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Originally Posted by 2dogs

I understand the krikit is only a gage and not the recommended way to accurately adjust the belt, and, there seems to be varying opinions on actually just what the belt tension (in pounds) should be. I have a 14 RTS SE6. Does anyone know, in pounds, what the belt tension on my :spyder: should be? It's just something I'd like to keep a check on from time to time. Thanks...........

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This is a good question. First, the Krikit is a very accurate gauge used correctly. Though you are right, the Krikit is not the 'Recommended by BRP' way to adjust belt tension. It is never-the-less just as accurate as the method used by BRP.

Correct use of the Krikit is not difficult and can be verified by getting the same reading several times. I think the best way to know what your particular 'Correct' reading should be is to get an accurate tension reading from the Kriket on your properly tensioned belt. Once you have that you will always know what your Kricket should read. Of course there is a fair amount of spread between minimum and maximum so it isn't an extremely critical figure.

You may also be able to go to your dealer and check a belt or 2 on a floor model of the same version.

Getting an accurate reading with the Spyder on the floor means you can check belt tension without lifting the rear wheel off the ground.

Correct belt tension varies from year to year and even from model to model in some production years. As for the correct Krikit reading for a 2014 RT, I do not have that information. But I believe that at least a few 2014 RT owners would be able to help you with this. Still, taking a reading on a correctly tensioned belt of the same model Spyder is probably your best way to go.

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I did not intend to stock these gauges. Buying these 1 at a time can be expensive. I had a customer who wanted one so I purchased several to get the price down. I posted the remaining gauges here on Spyderlovers and I thought that wold be it. But I sold those gauges pretty quickly and there are more who are interested in getting one so I've ordered more. They will be here early next week.

Here is a great informational video on the correct use and accuracy of this little gauge. They make it sound harder than it is. It's actually quite simple to get a good, accurate reading as long as you are a bit careful to do it right. You can always check yourself by taking 3 or 4 readings. If you are doing it right, you'll get the same reading every time. The gauge is easy to read and you can carry it with you. I find myself using my gauge more on other Spyders than on my own as people are always curious about having a properly tensioned belt.

If your belt is too tight you can destroy a set of rear wheel bearings in pretty short order. In some cases too tight belts have destroyed the front pulley and output shaft. If it is too loose you can get unnecessary vibration and wear.

This video is of the Dayco branded gauge. But all these gauges are from the same source and simply branded for the various companies. They are all the same regardless of the branding.

For some reason this video does not instruct you to 'Zero' the gauge each time before using it. And they wiggle a bit with the finger when depressing the gauge. You should try not to wiggle, but it isn't critical either. There are written instructions that come with the gauge and these things are mentioned there.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z11wfc-0-hY

Thanks, Ron! :thumbup:

Following tensions (converted to foot pounds which is measurement on kriket) is taken out of Owners manual or Service Bulletins only.

2013 - Belt tension on krikit Guage - Range in LBF
203 LBF to 271 LBF

Earlier models belt tension should be between 160 to 180 lbs.

2014 year builds run the same tension as 2013 units.

Have you used the Krikit to measure your belt tension? I've found it to be quite accurate.

Helpful info - thnx

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Do you still stock these? If so, how do I go about ordering one....Thanks

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Originally Posted by canamjhb

Do you still stock these? If so, how do I go about ordering one....Thanks

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Yes. I have the Krikit II Belt Tension Gauge in stock. I just need an email address from you to send a Paypal invoice. Or, you can mail payment if you prefer. Either way works fine.

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