Sounds like Beemer, offsetting the trail - why though? Other than just to be different, that is. It cant really improve handling or Honda would be doing it;) Oh, and I would ALWAYS align the chain to the sprockets - thats where it would need alignment most. I used the string just for another reference point. Along with using the axle block markings, eyeballing line-of-sight down the chain with slow rear tire spin, and checking sprockets for sideplate contact - yeah, I'm one of those anal fella's too:D