I got my motor out so i inspected the front prop shaft and its pretty sloppy on the transmission yolk. (at the U-joint it will move 1/8" either way) I expect it needs to be a bit sloppy, but is this too much?. Is this a common issue? Or are they generally really sloppy? Also is there an aftermarket prop shaft that isnt so expensive?

 

If you don't keep em greased they will wear out,or even if you do eventually the 2 cross kits need to be replaced. You can get em at Cycle Parts Warehouse for 40 bucks for both. Cheaper than most dealers OR you can check E-bay. OPT

 

thats why i like all the older bikes w/ grease fitting. grease,grease,grease save alot of worn out parts.

 

When you change your u-joints install one's you can grease .

 

If he installs the oem cross kits they have em on em to begin with OPT

 

i always grease the u-joints, but honestly never saw the nipple on the yolk with all the skidplates and crap in the way. I managed to get the parts needed for $150 which is expensive but could be worse. I can't remember the grease nipple count on this thing but its in the upper 20's i think.

 

You have to grease the propshaft rear joint from the side of the atv(under the foot well) where the fitting lines up sideways and the front grease fitting is best greased when the fitting is facing straight down under the atv! Plus don't over look the fitting for the rear splines! A lot of people overlook these three fittings! A flex hose makes greasing a lot easier on a grease gun! OPT

 

they are a PIA but as mentioned w/ 20 + fittings as my other post stated, well worth it for making them last!