My Rocket is the most reliable vehicle I've owned - even better than a couple of German cars I've had and every bike. BUT, I will certainly be getting the driveshaft checked and greased before I head off to Hervey Bay. I think I'd be blaming Triumph if these things were failing after, say, 30,000kms on unmodified bikes but otherwise it sounds more like a good reminder to be fastidious about maintenance.