# What Is A Shaft Drive Motorcycle And Why Aren't They More Popular?

> A chain is the most common form of drive on two wheels — not only motorcycles, but bicycles, too. This is not the only way to transmit power to the wheel, though.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1872280/what-is-shaft-drive-motorcycle-not-popular/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=684092c3620e37e9d5bee567)
- **Published:** 2025-06-04
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #bmw #drive #shaft #aren #motorcycle #popular #wheel #bicycles
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