All good choices.
The sump should be #1.
Also consider anti tramp bars & upgrading to new rear suspension hangers bolted to the rear drums.
MMC upgraded the hanger design as it can fail. Mine failed on one sided after spirited touring down to Naples & Sorrento. I had it welded up then replaced both sides.
Here is the parts book extract. Look at item 4.
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Here is the upgraded design with shoulders to the plate
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Here is the typical failure of the old design.
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