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    Another one bytes the dust... Front Sprocket Failure - Red Dust!

    Per my research on this issue, the problem (fretting) occurs due to movement between the splines of the pulley and the output shaft and concentrated pressure, causing microscopic friction points that temporary weld then fracture, creating the "red dust" phenomenon. The cure: lubricate the...
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    Rear belt tension - Any way to check without special tool?

    I just checked belt tension, using the Krikit gauge and it measured ~150 lbs. Just for fun, I measured the Harley and it too showed ~150 lbs. Interesting they both measured the same belt tension. The Harley was set up using a different tool and slightly different methodology. Much prefer the...
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    Rock in the belt

    I'd replace it if I were you. Money/time well spent for peace of mind.
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    Front pulley bolt - reuse or replace?

    The torque spec is 110 ft/lbs - about the same as a lug nut. You replace lug nuts/wheel studs after each use? (Maybe some of you do.) All it does is keep the pulley on the splined shaft; the pulley splines bear the actual torque load. Buy a new one if you want peace of mind. (Replace those wheel...
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    Front pulley bolt - reuse or replace?

    C'mon, get real here. You really believe that nonsense about the bolt providing "sufficient clamping force of the pulley to the shoulder of the shaft so that the splines do not transmit the load." By your logic, splines would be superfluous if the bolt were torqued to, say 160 ft/lbs. That...
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    HowTo: Removing Front Drive Sprocket (that has significant wear)

    I like how you applied critical thinking in diagnosing the issue. Kudo's!
  7. DerSpyGuy

    Front pulley bolt - reuse or replace?

    The torque spec is 110 ft/lbs - about the same as a lug nut. You replace lug nuts/wheel studs after each use? (Maybe some of you do.) All it does is keep the pulley on the splined shaft; the pulley splines bear the actual torque load. Buy a new one if you want peace of mind. (Replace those...
  8. DerSpyGuy

    Any advice on removing the Front Sprocket bolt?

    Nice work getting the bolt out! Good luck on the rest of the repair.
  9. DerSpyGuy

    Any advice on removing the Front Sprocket bolt?

    Not a problem - I don't feel picked on. The clutch will slip before the gears suffer any damage.
  10. DerSpyGuy

    Any advice on removing the Front Sprocket bolt?

    Chill. The bolt will loosen way before any damage can be inflicted.
  11. DerSpyGuy

    Any advice on removing the Front Sprocket bolt?

    Find a way to secure a stout breaker bar to the sprocket bolt. Start the machine. Put it in reverse. Gently apply the throttle, using engine power to remove the bolt.
  12. DerSpyGuy

    Does your F3-S burble, too?

    My stock 2016 F3-T does it too. I quite like the sound of it.
  13. DerSpyGuy

    Anyone using Tire Beads? How much?

    2 oz in the fronts and 4oz in the rear makes for a smooth ride. Same smoothness as the OEM Kenda's with conventional wheel weights.
  14. DerSpyGuy

    F3 sprocket question - which lube/paste is best when re-fitting?

    Ya got me on that one. Didn't realize one was lithium and the other was moly.
  15. DerSpyGuy

    New spyder owner, old motorcyclist: is there a kit to add a handlebar brake lever

    New ryder issue. More seat time and the issue goes away. Save your money/time and learn to adapt.
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