Replaced the U-joint in my 98 Tourer at 95k. miles. It started making a noise from the same area.
If you do your own wrenching pull it apart and check. Breaking down away from home means a tow or
a long wait at a shop trying to get parts. Tried pulling the boot back on the driveshaft but couldn't tell
the condition of the joint. Glad I didn't wait it was bad.
Posted a picture I believe of the joint.
Found the pictures
http://www.valkyrieforum.com/bbs/index.php/topic,42406.0.html