Hi all, I have to replace the timing belts on a Monster S4R. I can get Ducati belts easily enough but I was wondering about alternatives. A forum member, Exige?, used to sell belts called Exactfit and IMS they were well thought of, but it looks like he is no longer a member. Are Exactfit still recommended? Are there other makes that people would recommend? Thanks in advance.
That's correct Bumpkin, I bought a set for my 1200 only two months ago, fitted perfectly and were a lot cheaper than OEM. (Probably came from the same factory anyway)
California Cycleworks have a somewhat imprecise test involving a van with a tow hitch and a forklift that seems to imply that theirs are stronger than the OEM belts. So, if that's too be believed, they aren't the same.
Price aside, are there any after-market belts better than OEM enough to lengthen the maintenance interval?
