Just sharing my experiance with this belt. I tried the softer belt approach to lessen belt slippage and thus lower heat and extend life on my stock 03 RX-1. I just shredded it yesterday. The top section came losse and off in several places. It did not make 1 full season. To be fair the last three outings have been in 20 + inches of fresh powder including excellent hill climbing. But the rest has been pretty mild trail outing with the family. I am headed back to the stock Yamaha belt. Any thoughts?