Description
For doing the maintenance on your Piaggio with original spare parts: Drive Belt original Piaggio MP3 500cc after 2011, perfect replacement for original.
As an OEM part (made by Piaggio), this drive belt has the exact same size, shape and dimensions as the original part, so you can simply swap it without any complications.
Damaged or worn variator / transmission components should be replaced immediately to ensure optimum transmission of power. The belt is one of the parts that has to be changed regualrly, the service intervals are usually specified in the bike's manual.
When to change the V-belt?
On scooters, the engine power is transmitted to the rear wheel via the V-belt or drive belt, which connects the CVT variator to the torque drive. As a rule, it should be replaced every 10,000 to 20,000 km. The belt slips when it is heavily worn. By the way, a new belt also slips and needs a short run-in period.
How to change the drive belt?
Replacing the V-belt is a relatively easy, you don't need advanced technical know-how. The first step is to remove the variator cover to get to the variator. You'll need a piston stopper and a blocking tool to remove the CVT and clutch bell. You can then remove the worn V-belt and replace it with the new one. When reassembling, make sure that the V-belt is properly seated and has the correct tension.
Here's a little tutorial on How to change the CVT and drive belt (English Subs).