What is the best drive? Chain, shaft or belt

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What is the best drive? Chain, shaft or belt

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I have been searching for a nice Japanese cruiser and one of the many things that I see that I need to make a choice about is what type of drive do I prefer. Can anyone out there educate me on this subject?
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Go to Total Motorcycle Talk and look for (shaft vs chain), that should give some ideas.[/u]
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Shaft all the way
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Any
Of course I'm generalizing from a single example here, but everyone does that. At least I do.

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I've only had shaft and chain so I'll limit my comments to those. I definitely prefer the shaft drive. I got tired of cleaning and lubing my chain. It does get messy. Some people might not mind cleaning and lubing them, but to me it got kinda old. I LOVE the shaft drive!
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I am on my 2nd shaft drive scoot and I love the smoothness of it . It is one of the nicest rides I've ever had . Far more comfortable than my Camaro even........... :lol:
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#7 Unread post by Meanie »

Why is this posted in two area?

Answers from the other area.. http://totalmotorcycle.com/BBS/viewtopic.php?t=7339
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