Gates 11C3218 Automatic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Belt - Drive Belt

G-Force Carbon Cord CVT Belt for High-Load CVT Use

The Gates G-Force Carbon Cord CVT Belt, part number 11C3218, is a power sport high-performance automatic continuously variable transmission belt built for demanding CVT applications. It uses carbon tensile cord construction with a chloroprene belt body to deliver high modulus strength and improved edge durability.

For drivers searching for a Gates CVT belt 11C3218 or a Gates G-Force Carbon Cord CVT Belt for Honda and other CVT-equipped vehicles, this belt is built around OE-style engineering with upgraded cord technology. It is a direct-fit transmission belt solution for compatible CVT applications that require the RVS-R section and 33.375-inch outside circumference.

Key Features

• Gates G-Force Carbon Cord CVT Belt, part number 11C3218
• Carbon tensile cord for high modulus and strong load handling
• Neoprene and aramid fiber-loaded rubber construction
• Double-notched, notched design with fabric bottom
• Black chloroprene belt material
• Top width: 1.125 in. (29 mm)
• Outside circumference: 33.375 in. (848 mm)
• Cross section designation: RVS-R
• OE Improved rating for upgraded OE-style performance

Product Details

The Gates G-Force Carbon Cord CVT Belt 11C3218 is engineered as a high-performance automatic CVT belt for applications that demand stable belt tracking and consistent transmission response. Gates states that the G-Force C12 belt family was the first CVT belt to use carbon tensile cord, and this design is paired with a specially formulated adhesion gum to help reduce edge cord pullout and extend belt service life. The double-notched construction and carbon cord reinforcement support durability in power sport and other high-load CVT systems. This part cross-references Dayco XTX2243 for the same application.

What This CVT Belt Helps Address

• Slipping or inconsistent belt grip in a worn CVT system
• Noise or vibration caused by belt wear
• Reduced transmission response under load
• Edge cord pullout associated with aging CVT belts
• Loss of belt performance from heat and repeated duty cycles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the belt section, top width, and outside circumference before installation. This Gates CVT belt 11C3218 should be installed only in applications that call for the RVS-R profile and matching dimensions. Inspect pulleys, sheaves, and related CVT components for wear or damage before fitting the new belt, since pulley condition affects belt life and performance. For fitment-based searches, this part is commonly referenced for Honda CVT applications and other vehicles that specify the same belt dimensions.

Quality Assurance

Gates builds this belt with OE-style engineering and upgraded carbon cord reinforcement for improved durability in CVT service. The G-Force Carbon Cord line is designed around advanced tensile materials and adhesion control to support long-term belt integrity in demanding automatic transmission applications.