⚙️ Here are the Different Types of Motorcycle Drivetrain: One of the most often asked questions in the motorcycle world is which of the three primary drivetrains—chain, belt, or shaft drive—is better. There is a reason why bikes have different types of drivetrains; it is obvious that all motorcycles on the market have undergone significant R&D from the manufacturers. ✍️1. Chain Drive: Chains are perhaps the most ubiquitous drivetrain for sportbikes, dirt bikes, and certain cruisers and touring motorcycles. With only about 3% of the power lost during transmission, a chain drive is the most effective means to send power from the engine to the back wheel. They are robust, suitable for drag racing, and durable, making them the only ones used nearly entirely for bikes designed for off-road use. ✍️2. Shaft Drive: Shaft drive is undeniably the best low-maintenance drivetrain. Its fluid just has to be periodically changed as regular maintenance. Since nothing needs to be aligned after everything is bolted up, wheel alignment is not even an issue. A shaft drive is durable and will endure the whole life of the motorbike, barring catastrophic failure. Due to these characteristics, several cruisers and touring motorcycles also favor it. ✍️3. Belt Drive: Belts function quite similarly to chains. They are most frequently seen in cruisers since they are smooth, minimal maintenance, and require no lubrication. Belts may last for around 25,000 to 30,000 kilometers if used properly, or even longer with more costly carbon and kevlar belts. In contrast, you need to lubricate your chain every few hundred miles or kilometers, whereas a belt needs no maintenance other than occasional tension checks. #mir Tahir #mechanicallife #VehicleMaintenance