the drivetrain holds up well actually. ive got around 2-3 or so gallons through mine now. they are so easy to start, easier than a zen, to be honest. the power is crazy but the high gearing is not for me. i tried 28/46 first time out and ate the clutch in a tank. been running 22/52 and it is great. tried 24/50 yesterday and i think they are to high. the engine has plenty of power to pull them although the bottomend looses its snap but when it hits the pipe it balls out thats for sure. the quote in the post earlier in this thread said they got 18200 with 26/48! that truck was moving like something mad. in a 800ft. area i couldnt get close to wot with 28/46 and with the 24/50's yesterday i couldnt get to wot. it was flying and the tires were prolly 10" round, they were ballooning so much, lol. next im trying 21/53, i think im gonna like them alot, as i like torque down low. its a beast, and it is freaking loud. up close it hurts your ears!
it is worth the money if you seek the ultimate engine and money is no problem. it is a beautiful piece, you really don't get that feeling from pics but when it is in your hands you will be in awe of it. and, it prolly weighs about three times what a zen engine setup wieghs!