Listen. I LOOKED at their transmission. It's crap. Belt driven, where mine is CHAIN driven. Belts wear out, get dry rot, stretch. Chains last a lot longer.
Second, the very reason I had to buy a transmission for my old motor is because the guy who sold it also had a stupid clamp on type cover. This can and will allow dirt to get inside. NOT a good thing. Go look at his A1 model. "Improved brackets." WHY do you suppose they needed improvement? And a "Peek a boo" over???? Made out of nylon (ie plastic) and fiberglass. Nowhere near as tough as metal. This will NOT keep road dirt, crud, water, grease (being right on the motor, grease getting on everythinig near the motor happens. This won't keep it or anything else out. The one I have is sealed. Made of metal, and costed less than 100.00 and there is NOTHING wrong with it, does not need replacing. So that they require someone to blow 149 bucks on a crap transmission that is not needed just to buy a motor, that is a deal breaker for me. Clearly they don't need to make a sale because they blew me off.
If someone had a car for sale but then said they need to build you a garage or you can't buy their car, would you do it?
I prefer a belt drive. Last long, less maintence, quieter and less power loss. It's why all my motorcycles have them too. No stretch in a belt, where as a chain will stretch and keep stretching till they start hopping the cogs. While a belt may cost more, it's worth the cost, way less hassle and longer life.
Belt vs Chain: What You Need to Know
Now that you have some context, let’s dive into the pros and cons of these two systems. Chain drives remain the most common, but belt drives tend to be preferable for a variety of reasons.
For starters, belt chains are lighter and easier to maintain than their metal alternatives. If you’ve ever tried to lubricate your metal chain, you know what we’re talking about. The rubber belt won’t rust or corrode over time, so no need to dump oil all over the rear end of your bike. The rubber also won’t get as hot as metal chains for less friction and resistance.
Choosing a belt drive system will help you save money over the years. Belt drive systems also go easier on the inner workings of your motorcycle than chain drive systems for more peace of mind.
Unsprung mass remains a problem among chain drive motorcycles. Roller chains tend to have more wrap around the rear wheel, which leads to additional mass. Manufacturers have been trying to reduce unsprung mass for years to improve handling, and improved belt drive systems do just that. The belt lays evenly across both wheels for less mass and easier maneuvering.
Belt drives also make much less noise than chain drives. If you’re new to riding, the sound of your vehicle matters more than you think. All that growling and grinding will get to you over time, not to mention your neighbors and loved ones. There’s nothing like riding a quiet motorcycle through the wilderness instead of listening the same hum for hours on end.
Choosing Between Belt and Chain Drives
Now that belt drive systems have improved, they tend to cost a little bit extra, considering the benefits. That’s why chain drive systems tend to be more common. If you can afford to spend a little more upfront, we recommend going with a belt drive system every time.
Regardless of which style you choose,
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If you go with a chain drive,
use Bluetooth motorcycle speakers to drown out the noise of your motorcycle for easy listening on the road. The right
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Another added benefit of a belt drive, the belt don't eat the casing. A chain will stretch and start eating the casing. Especially the cheap single chain drive tranny's.
P.S. sorry I tried to help with quality, I won't make that same mistake again. Please buy form some no name vendor who is selling from the qc failed pile. Plenty on amazon and ebay to pick from. Hell just buy from bikeberry, they got all the garbage you could ever want, and loads of it. They will even resale you a failed item that has been returned, just to get rid of it. lol