Gates Motorcycle Transmission Parts

When it comes to manufacturing transmission and drive belts, few companies have the experience as huge and the level of expertise as high as Gates. Founded more than a hundred years ago, it was the first American company to develop a rubber V-belt, the product that gradually superseded its hemp and rope counterparts used at the time. Since then, belts by Gates have significantly evolved, and the company's assortment has been greatly expanded with numerous kinds of other belts and related parts. Modern V-belts are better than ever, and they are still some of the brand's bestselling products.

At first glance, flexible belts used in transmissions and valvetrain systems seem quite simple, but in order to ensure their long service life, even minor differences in materials and structure matter. Gates has developed many innovative solutions and multilayer constructions allowing its belts to provide excellent performance and long-lasting durability, and there are various lineups specifically developed for automobiles, ATVs, and motorcycles. In particular, there is the legendary Poly Chain series that was first installed in the drivetrain of the Harley-Davidson Sturgis back in 1980.

The company's engineers have convinced their colleagues at Harley-Davidson that a belt is stronger, lighter, and quieter than a metal chain, and this has been proved by various tests including those conducted in the racing environment. Today, these belts are significantly better and still used in the final drive of numerous bikes by H-D and Buell. Their characteristics are quite impressive and include patented carbon fiber tensile cords that withstand high horsepower, clean-running and durable polyurethane construction that resists oil and abrasion, special tooth profile, and other solutions helping to handle heat and high torque. Besides, Gates offers plenty of reinforced CVT belts for other motorcycles and scooters, for instance, the PowerLink series. Pick any of them at our online store!