that's the reason I'm really leaning away from the urals. I love the style and idea of them, but the maintenance side of things scares me away. I know it's not THAT big of a deal, but I don't really want to spend that kind of time and energy keeping things working.
I have been thinking lately about finding a nice used triumph bonnie that I could fit up to a ural style sidecar. then install leading links on the front and some nice dual sport wheels front and rear. the only downside I can see is the chain drive.
If I can just win the lottery all these dreams can some true.