belt specs

[jimcat]

I'm considering reviving an old 454 ltd as an electric conversion.
but I need more info on the drive belt, and sprockets (are they called pulleys??? for a belt) what are the specifics on the belt type ?

[andrewk]

My recommendation is to convert the rear wheel over to a chain drive from a later model EN500, or the EX500 Ninja. The chain components use the same cush drive as the belt drive on the 454, and this will make it easier, and cheaper to get the electric motor and rear wheel connected.

My understanding is that a chain will be less efficient than a belt, due to frictional losses.