A chain is the most common form of drive on two wheels — not only motorcycles, but bicycles, too. This is not the only way to transmit power to the wheel, though. Some bikes use a shaft in the same ...

Over-tensioning shortens not only the life of V-belts but also that of the sheaves, electric motor, and driven equipment bearings. In extreme cases, it can even bend or break a motor shaft.

A little while back, we took a look at a large cargo bike from Urban Arrow that had some interesting features: a drive train ...

Belt drive systems constitute a vital component in a wide array of industrial and automotive applications, facilitating efficient power transmission between rotating machinery. Their dynamics involve ...

This is a typical small-block Chevy serpentine-belt drive on the front of a 350. This particular application is a little more complicated because of the Paxton installation, but you can see the belt ...