Drive Belts

Your drive belt is one of the hardest-working parts on your ATV and one of the easiest to neglect. It transfers every bit of engine power to your wheels, handles the heat and stress of constant engagement, and takes the brunt of aggressive riding without a lot of fanfare. Until it snaps. A broken belt on the trail is a frustrating way to end a ride, and it's almost always preventable with the right replacement or upgrade. Whether you're running a hard-working Grizzly through tough terrain, putting a CForce through its paces, or pushing a Brute Force harder than the factory intended, Everything ATV has drive belt options that are tougher and more heat-resistant than what came stock.

Don't wait for your belt to tell you it's done. Swap it before it fails and ride with confidence knowing the power transfer is solid.

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Buyer's Guide for ATV Drive Belts: Helping You Shop!

How to Know When Your ATV Drive Belt Needs Replacing

Belts don't always snap cleanly. Usually, it’s a “death by a thousand cuts” situation. Point being, they will give out over time more often than they’ll just quit on you in an instant. This means you have plenty of chances to sniff out the warning signs (sometimes literally - watch out for a burning smell) before it’s too late. Other than a burning smell, look out for a feeling of slipping when you’re engaging. Take it out and make a thorough inspection. If it doesn’t look normal, then there’s the source of your issue. A new belt is a paltry cost compared to getting stranded!

Stock vs. Heavy-Duty ATV Drive Belts

Stock belts are engineered for average riding conditions. They're perfectly adequate if that's how you ride. But if you’re one of those who just has to surge deeper into mud, farther up a really steep climb, or push that capacity limit as much as possible with a lot of cargo, then you’re looking at accelerated wear to be sure. This is when heavy-duty and severe-duty aftermarket belts come in. They’re made from much tougher compounds and designed to handle more heat and stress before they break down. If you find yourself in really tough conditions fairly often, a heavy-duty belt isn’t a “splurge” item; it’s genuinely the smarter choice and the better investment in the long run.

Carrying a Spare Drive Belt: The Single Best Trail Habit You Can Develop

Of all the stuff you have to remember to stay ahead of common ATV issues, this is a no-brainer: just keep a spare belt on you at all times. This is one of the most common issues that love to pop up when you least expect it, out on the trail. Just keep a belt on hand and you’re prepared for the inevitable. It doesn't matter where. Just have one. The riders who always carry a spare are the ones who never talk about getting stranded.

Top 3 Selling ATV Drive Belt Brands

EPI Performance makes severe-duty and performance belts for a wide range of popular ATVs, built to handle the heat and stress that stock belts simply can't keep up with in demanding conditions.
SuperATV produces heavy-duty CVT belts that are a go-to upgrade for riders who want more durability and reliability out of their drive belt without a complicated install.
High Lifter rounds out the belt lineup with pro series performance belts designed for specific popular models, built to handle the added stress of lifted and modified builds.

Top 5 Selling ATV Drive Belts

The CFMoto CForce Severe Duty Belt by EPI Performance is purpose-built for CForce riders who push their machines beyond average trail use. More heat resistance, tougher construction, and a much longer service life than the stock belt.
If you're running a Brute Force hard and want a belt that keeps up, the Kawasaki Brute Force Heavy Duty CVT Drive Belt by SuperATV is the upgrade to grab. Built heavier than stock and engineered to handle serious trail abuse.
The High Performance Belt by Moose is a solid, dependable upgrade option that works across a range of ATV applications.
If it’s a performance-first upgrade you’re after, check out this CFMoto CForce Performance CVT Drive Belt by Rough Country. It fits great, holds up like no other, and will seriously outperform factory.
Yamaha Grizzly riders running Big Horn or lifted setups should take a look at the Yamaha Grizzly Pro Series Performance Belt by High Lifter. Built specifically for modified Grizzly builds where the stock belt gets pushed past its limits.

ATV Drive Belts Frequently Asked Questions

How often do I need a new ATV drive belt?

There’s no “catch-all” number because it all depends on your conditions. If you ride harder, every few rides. If you’re in more normal conditions, once a season at least.

Why does my belt overheat?

It’s all about heavy loads at low speeds. Mud crawling, schlepping cargo uphill, etc. This generates a ton of heat in the housing.

Is ATV belt replacement DIY-able?

It sure is. This is one of the easier jobs for owners. Remove the clutch cover, work the belt off, and pop the new one in.