CVT BELT MAINTENANCE AND UNDERSTANDING THE CVT - Continuously Variable Transmission

CVT Belt Maintenance: What You Need to Know

Understanding that the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) belt is a wear item is crucial for proper maintenance. This means that the belt will eventually wear out; how long it lasts can vary widely—from as little as 100 miles to over 12,000 miles or more, depending on usage conditions. Unfortunately, there is no definitive way to predict the exact lifespan of your belt.

However, based on our experience and feedback from customers, we can confidently state that the Dynojet Power Series belts generally last longer than the standard factory belts. If you notice any of the following symptoms, it is likely time to replace your CVT belt:

- Loss of top speed
- The engine revs up, but the bike doesn’t accelerate as it should
- The bike requires more RPMs to move from a standstill

If you observe any of these signs, it's advisable to assume that your belt needs replacement. Of course, we recommend doing your own research or consulting a local expert if you're uncertain. In our experience, when these symptoms are present, it is usually due to a worn or failing CVT belt.

Regardless of whether you’re using a stock factory belt or a Dynojet Power Series belt, if these issues occur, it’s likely that the belt has reached the end of its lifespan and should be replaced. Ignoring these signs can lead to more serious damage, such as the belt exploding and causing significant harm to the transmission housing—a far more costly repair than simply replacing the belt.

It’s also important to note that CVT transmissions require regular maintenance to function correctly, particularly as the power output of your vehicle increases. The more horsepower your vehicle produces, the more frequent the maintenance required for the CVT transmission setup. This is why we recommend using a Dynojet Power Series belt, not just for stock machines but especially if your bike has been tuned or is running aftermarket parts like exhaust or intake systems. These belts are designed to handle more power and torque, and they typically outlast the factory belts.

In a CVT transmission, alongside the belt, there are several other critical wear components that require periodic replacement as part of routine maintenance. These include rollers, springs, weights, and the helix. These components are essential in ensuring the proper operation and longevity of the CVT system.

Typically the CVT Belt is what wears out the quickest out of all the components in the CVT system. For these reasons if you are upgrading the power or riding hard. Upgrading the CVT belt to a DYNOJET POWER SERIES BELT is what we recommend.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at blrtuning.tech@gmail.com

Here is a link to our CVT section of our website - https://www.blrtuning.co/collections/cvt-belts