I've just given this belt drive video a 2023 update, please click on through for the latest information: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PhXTl7gApVA 📘 The Bikepacking Bike Buyer's Guide: https://www.cyclingabout.com/bikepacking-bike-buyers-guide 📕 The Touring Bicycle Buyer's Guide: https://www.cyclingabout.com/touring-bicycle-buyers-guide Like my videos? Patreon supporters get early access to my films and exclusive access to my Q&As: 🌱 PATREON (Monthly rewards!): https://bit.ly/3vVaioW ⚡️ PAYPAL (One-off donation to replace broken camera gear!): https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=AK5GDWZEHBY5S&source=url 🔥 INSTA: http://instagram.com/cyclingabout/ 🌎 FACEBOOK: http://fb.com/cyclingabout/ 🚵🏻‍♂️CYCLINGABOUT (endless bike travel info!): https://cyclingabout.com/ 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - What Is Belt Drive? 1:33 - Why Are Belts The Best Drivetrain? 2:40 - What Are The Downsides To Belt Drive? 5:05 - How Does Belt Drive Feel To Ride? 5:18 - How Do You Repair A Belt? 5:44 - When Do You Know A Belt Is Worn? 6:15 - Chain vs Belt Resistance 7:41 - Belt Maintenance 8:27 - Belt Tension 9:15 - Do Belts Destroy Bearings? 9:48 - Can You Modify A Frame For Belt Drive? 10:45 - Summary