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#1 Drake

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Posted 01 February 2011 - 07:26 AM

Hi I have been looking for a bike to start trials but nothing much has come up in S,Wales.
Ther is a 1999 GG250 which has just surfaced. It is 6 speed with hydraulic clutch. Are there any issues with the older bikes I should be aware of, or should I just wait for a newer model to come along?
Thanks

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Posted 01 February 2011 - 09:47 AM

as long as it is in good condition its a good bike to start with.more reliable than a early pro.if you get at a good price you will almost get your money back when you sell it .

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Posted 01 February 2011 - 12:14 PM

View Postormplus, on 01 February 2011 - 09:47 AM, said:

as long as it is in good condition its a good bike to start with.more reliable than a early pro.if you get at a good price you will almost get your money back when you sell it .
:agreed:

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Posted 01 February 2011 - 01:10 PM

No trials bikes are made that well (regardless of the brand), so often they are all pretty worn out especially 11-12 years old!
However in terms of robustness and general ridability the 'pre pro' models are better bikes than the later models.

If its a good example go for it...

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Posted 01 February 2011 - 04:48 PM

View PostDrake, on 01 February 2011 - 07:26 AM, said:

Hi I have been looking for a bike to start trials but nothing much has come up in S,Wales.
Ther is a 1999 GG250 which has just surfaced. It is 6 speed with hydraulic clutch. Are there any issues with the older bikes I should be aware of, or should I just wait for a newer model to come along?
Thanks

Solid, reliable bike, good for a beginner to bash about on. As with any used bike, assume nothing has been done in terms of maintenance and service everything, especially all bearings (steering stem, linkage etc.).

Jon

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Posted 01 February 2011 - 05:54 PM

Got to agree, good bike to start on.

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Posted 01 February 2011 - 10:06 PM

Thanks for the help guys, shall go and have a look and keep you updated





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