There are certainly some negatives to a shaft drive system. For instance its weight and inefficient transmission of power are at the top of the list.
But never having to lube, adjust and replace a chain are pretty big advantages at my advanced age. And an often overlooked advantage is that shaft drive is so clean. My bike has some 2,500 miles on the clock now and I cleaned the back wheel and spokes this AM in a matter of minutes with a couple of paper towels and WD-40!
Jason
But never having to lube, adjust and replace a chain are pretty big advantages at my advanced age. And an often overlooked advantage is that shaft drive is so clean. My bike has some 2,500 miles on the clock now and I cleaned the back wheel and spokes this AM in a matter of minutes with a couple of paper towels and WD-40!
Jason