What are the differences between belt, friction and chain drives?
Now that we understand the differences between direct and clutch drives, let’s take a look at three other means for getting your gas scooter to move. • Belt Drives – The belt being described is very similar to the belts used in your car to transmit motion from your engine to the various fans, pumps and generators. In a gas powered scooter, the belt connects the clutch described above, to the wheel of the gas scooter. Belts typically run much quieter than chain drives, but compared to the exhaust noise of the engine, this difference would not be noticed. Belts can have a tendency to slip when wet or when not adjusted properly. However, some gas scooters now used a toothed belt which engages with a toothed wheel on the clutch to prevent slippage. Also, unlike a chain, a belt may require more disassembly of the gas scooter to replace it since it cannot cut like a chain can to take it on or off. • Friction Drives – Friction drives are the lowest technology drive available. A friction drive
