Why you change belts.

[Leamreject]

Originally Posted by 900Rebuilder

Do new belts have a lifespan do you know? I've got a set still in their cardboard sleeve from Ducati but they must be 10+ years old but have never been fitted

Need to be stored out of sunlight, in a cool place & importantly away from items with electrical brushed motors such as fridge or freezers as the arcing from them causes ozone which accelerates rubber degradation.

[900Rebuilder]

Originally Posted by Leamreject

Need to be stored out of sunlight, in a cool place & importantly away from items with electrical brushed motors such as fridge or freezers as the arcing from them causes ozone which accelerates rubber degradation.

For the price I'll get a new set and chuck both these and those on the motor now