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From: rls@ihu1g.UUCP (r.l. schieve)
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Subject: Re: Chain vs. Driveshaft
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Date: Fri, 22-Mar-85 10:40:01 EST
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> On the other hand chains are dirty, ugly, high maintenance items.
> They need regular lubrication and adjustment, and need replacement
> after as little as 10,000 miles. (O-ring chains last longer)

If you do go with the chain drive the another big advantage of the
O-ring chains is that your rear wheel and tire can be kept
relatively clean.  Most of the lubrication is contained by the O-rings
instead of spraying over the back end of your bike waiting to collect
dirt.

After years of trying to keep a clean bike with a lubricated, adjusted
chain, I can't say enough for shaft drive.  But if you decide to go
with a chain design, go for an O-ring chain.

				Rick Schieve
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