I'm surprised bicycles don't try v-belts. With a standard frame the chain goes through the rear triangle. To install and replace the chain you need to be able

I'm surprised bicycles don't try v-belts. With a standard frame the chain goes through the rear triangle. To install and replace the chain you need to be able to open it at a master link to get it around that piece of the frame. Both the v-belt and frame do best if you don't open them.