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[SherpaT250]

Hello all,

I'm new to Trials Central and just wanted to say hello from Rochester, NY. I rode trials in the mid-to-late 70s as a kid, and am now thinking of getting back into the sport. I have a 13-year old son who is showing great interest in trials, and we recently went to a vintage meet near here to watch. For most of the last 20+ years, I have had a Bultaco Sherpa T 250 and a Honda TL-125 in storage in my garage. I am now working to get them back in working condition. They only need some minor work (gummed carbs, cables freed up, etc.). It's great to see the interest in vintage bikes after all these years! I hope that I can get a tip or two from the knowledgeable folks on the forum. Wishing you all "cleans" in this year's season! --Kevin, Rochester, NY.

[dac]

Morning Kevin,

I posted a similar message a few weeks ago, " back to trial after 30 year break", just got the bug again and rebuilding a Fantic 247, a fair bit more complex than the Bultaco, Ossa and various Montesas I had in the mid 70's.
Hope we;ve not bitten off more than we can chew and that we still bounce when we come off and don't come round in the local A&E .

Best of luck, i'm in North Lancs so we may even compete in an event together when we get to National level.

Dave.

[copemech]

SherpaT250, on Apr 25 2010, 11:10 PM, said:

Hello all,

I'm new to Trials Central and just wanted to say hello from Rochester, NY. I rode trials in the mid-to-late 70s as a kid, and am now thinking of getting back into the sport. I have a 13-year old son who is showing great interest in trials, and we recently went to a vintage meet near here to watch. For most of the last 20+ years, I have had a Bultaco Sherpa T 250 and a Honda TL-125 in storage in my garage. I am now working to get them back in working condition. They only need some minor work (gummed carbs, cables freed up, etc.). It's great to see the interest in vintage bikes after all these years! I hope that I can get a tip or two from the knowledgeable folks on the forum. Wishing you all "cleans" in this year's season! --Kevin, Rochester, NY.

Welcome, there are great clubs up there! Get in toutch with Mike at the Tryals Shop! He can fill you in!

[biffsgasgas]

Hey Kevin,
Both 3d and district 4 trials are great clubs out there. Glad to see you back at it. Bring your son down to the new york national this summer down in Cayuta. Heres the link. Have fun riding.

--Biff (previously from Syracuse)

[SherpaT250]

Thanks, Biff. I have made note of the Cayuta meet and would definitely like to check it out!

Regards,

--Kevin

[SherpaT250]

Thanks, I got in touch with Mike at the Tryals Shop and he provided a wealth of information on trials in this area. I have another request in for some parts needs.

Best regards,

--Kevin