08-19-2021, 11:35 AM
If you want a shaft drive there are choices out there.
Having had both (BMW is not the only one with failed shaft drives, but they seem to get the spot light - and they are not that common) I don't feel strongly one way or the other. Both need attention (rear end fluid, u joint inspection and lube etc.). The cool thing about chain drives; do the sprockets and chain - you've done a complete overhaul of your drive system.
My XR650L, with a stock front drive sprocket that is too narrow for a lack of a cush drive and can wear out your counter shaft. $$$.
But being chain drive is not deal killer.
Having had both (BMW is not the only one with failed shaft drives, but they seem to get the spot light - and they are not that common) I don't feel strongly one way or the other. Both need attention (rear end fluid, u joint inspection and lube etc.). The cool thing about chain drives; do the sprockets and chain - you've done a complete overhaul of your drive system.
My XR650L, with a stock front drive sprocket that is too narrow for a lack of a cush drive and can wear out your counter shaft. $$$.
But being chain drive is not deal killer.