PeterPB

Thanks for the Reply and info. The Yamaha shop in Anchorage was very supportive and actually was able, after interfacing with Customer Service, to obtain a drive belt for me at no cost. As this was a $600 - $700 part, it really helped. I can't say enough good things about that shop as it seems the belt is not a warranty item. Several other sources have also mentioned this was an abnormal situation and belts are not usually damaged from any road debris. Seems the center stand is a dead end. Outside of the windshield angle, which drilling and elongating a few holes fixed. I've also really enjoyed the bike. If you haven't added lowers yet - I found those from a 1984 HD FLH mount fine. You just have to reverse them and then they fit. Thanks again for your concern, I realize this bike is a little smaller that this forum usually deals with.

Have a 2008 VStar1300Tourer and with a combined bike, truck/trailer to allow a return through Canada in December, accumulated 14K miles on a fun Alaska to Florida and back trip. At times a center stand would have helped. Does anyone know of a reasonably priced one that could be added with minimal modification? Although I've rode various bikes for over 45 years, this is my first belt drive machine. Managed to get a hole in the belt in the Mid-West from road debris and it was not a pleasant experience. If anyone has an antidote for that or other mechanical suggestions pertinent to this model, I sure would appreciate the advice. Thanks in advance, Peter