Leak discovered behind variator

[TroutBum]

I've been busy so rather than do my own service I took my scooter to the dealer for the 6,000 mile service. I asked them to check the belt and rollers. Good thing I did. Several of the rollers had flat spots and they found a slight leak in a seal behind the variator. Next time you have the cover off to inspect your belt or rollers, be sure to check for seals for leaks. Mine will be replaced under warranty.

[91cavgt]

I've been busy so rather than do my own service I took my scooter to the dealer for the 6,000 mile service. I asked them to check the belt and rollers. Good thing I did. Several of the rollers had flat spots and they found a slight leak in a seal behind the variator. Next time you have the cover off to inspect your belt or rollers, be sure to check for seals for leaks. Mine will be replaced under warranty.

About 500 miles ago (at approximately 2700 miles) I pulled the cover on mine.  I have not seen any leaks but I did inspect the stock roller and found tiny flat spots starting to form. 

[TroutBum]

I am debating if I should stay with the OEM rollers or give sliders a try.

[Stig / Major Tom]

I am debating if I should stay with the OEM rollers or give sliders a try.

Me, too.
Depending on how much hassle it is to get in there - if it's easy, I will probably drop the Dr Pulleys in. Then I can always change back to Kymco rollers.
Stig

[91cavgt]

Me, too.
Depending on how much hassle it is to get in there - if it's easy, I will probably drop the Dr Pulleys in. Then I can always change back to Kymco rollers.
Stig

Once you have done it once, it is VERY easy to change them.  I can take mine apart, change the rollers out, and have it all put back together again in about 10 minutes.  It helps if you have a small hand held nut driver to bust the big nut loose. 



I have been toying around with different roller weights and found some good top end speed increases with lighter weights.  So, once I get a pipe on my Like, I'll try different weights again and then order some sliders.  With everything being stock(accept the intake restrictors removed and a 140/70/12 rear tire), I got very good results out of 12.5 gram average roller weight vs. the stock 14 gram weight. 

[Abner_Bjorn]

I am debating if I should stay with the OEM rollers or give sliders a try.

In my opinion Dr. Pulley sliders are the best mod you can do on any scooter.   I put them in all my scooters.  I have a set in my 2008 Yamaha C3.  I ride it wot for hours on end.  Last time I changed the belt, I pulled the variator and looked at the sliders.   12,000 miles on them.  They look 95% new, and have not lost a bit of performance.   

[TroutBum]

Once you have done it once, it is VERY easy to change them.  I can take mine apart, change the rollers out, and have it all put back together again in about 10 minutes.  It helps if you have a small hand held nut driver to bust the big nut loose. 



I have been toying around with different roller weights and found some good top end speed increases with lighter weights.  So, once I get a pipe on my Like, I'll try different weights again and then order some sliders.  With everything being stock(accept the intake restrictors removed and a 140/70/12 rear tire), I got very good results out of 12.5 gram average roller weight vs. the stock 14 gram weight.

Thanks for sharing the info.

[TroutBum]

In my opinion Dr. Pulley sliders are the best mod you can do on any scooter.   I put them in all my scooters.  I have a set in my 2008 Yamaha C3.  I ride it wot for hours on end.  Last time I changed the belt, I pulled the variator and looked at the sliders.   12,000 miles on them.  They look 95% new, and have not lost a bit of performance.

Seems like many in the scooter community swear by Dr. Pulley sliders. Im leaning in that direction.