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Old Sep 8, 2011 | 09:22 PM
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is it possible to run a drivshaft off a CBR 600 F4i? and if so where whould i be able to find one, thanks.
 
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Old Sep 8, 2011 | 10:40 PM
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No. Shaft drive bikes aren't typically your best perfomers when it comes to handling, especially under braking.
 
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Old Sep 9, 2011 | 01:42 PM
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what would make you want to do that in the first place?
 
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Old Sep 9, 2011 | 02:26 PM
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Is it possible? Yes but it would require a lot of work and there would be no benefit that I could see so to me there is no point. Like itlnF4I I have to ask why you want to do this.
 
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Old Sep 9, 2011 | 05:37 PM
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If you want a fun, sporty bike with a shaft, keep an eye out for a 84-86 Honda
Nighthawk 700SC. Hydraulic lash adjusters, electronic ignition, automatic cam-chain
adjuster (that worked), oil-cooled, in-line four engine. Very nimble, fairly forgiving
chassis.

Other-wise, have to agree with the others. Not a cost-effective conversion.
If it's a maintenance issue, consider a belt conversion instead. There are kits for that out there.

Ern
 
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Old Sep 11, 2011 | 04:17 AM
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Hi. The belt conversion sounds interesting! Do you have any links to where one can be purchased? Not saying I'd do it, but would like to take a look at it all the same. Please send any addresses etc for me to view? Thanks!




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If you want a fun, sporty bike with a shaft, keep an eye out for a 84-86 Honda
Nighthawk 700SC. Hydraulic lash adjusters, electronic ignition, automatic cam-chain
adjuster (that worked), oil-cooled, in-line four engine. Very nimble, fairly forgiving
chassis.

Other-wise, have to agree with the others. Not a cost-effective conversion.
If it's a maintenance issue, consider a belt conversion instead. There are kits for that out there.

Ern
 
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Old Sep 11, 2011 | 04:45 AM
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Just google "Belt conversion motorcycle", that will get you started.
These aren't cheap, but if you ride a lot the cost will be recovered in about
3 chain/sprocket replacements.

Ern
 
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Old Sep 12, 2011 | 03:30 AM
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Hi! Thanks for info. I'll take a look. Probably won't be cost effective as you say as I don't ride regularly now I'm retired! Just done a round trip to Manchester and back last week and the bike ran like a dream!


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Just google "Belt conversion motorcycle", that will get you started.
These aren't cheap, but if you ride a lot the cost will be recovered in about
3 chain/sprocket replacements.

Ern
 
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