Easy to Install
A split frame's required, but that's about it. If you've ever installed a chain, you're ready to enjoy the quiet revolution of CDS. After that, you can forget about chain lubes. You can leave your spare links and chain tools behind. Just hop on the bike, feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair. You've just shifted to a whole new gear. Viva la quiet revolution.
For more info download the pdf or watch the video. Need help uncoiling the belt? See our video instruction.
Installing Your Belt
1. Open rear triangle (methods vary by manufacturer.)
2. Insert belt through rear triangle opening.
3. Hang belt over bottom bracket.
4. Close rear triangle opening.
5. Place belt on or behind rear sprocket.
6. Place wheel into rear dropouts.
7. Minimize distance between bottom bracket and rear axle (methods vary by manufacturer).
8. Place belt onto sprockets.
9. Adjust belt tension and wheel alignment to manufacturer's recommendations.
Incorrect Installation
Do not pry or roll belt onto sprockets. Damage to belt may result. Install
belt loosely then apply proper tension.
Installation Resources
We have several .pdf resources available to make the installation and tensioning of your Carbon Drive system a success:
Tension Requirements
Belt Handling Instructions
Belt Alignment and Tensioning Instructions
Tension Tester Instructions
Rear Sprocket Removal Instructions
Rohloff Manual - English
