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That jet block gasket is a commonly overlooked issue on carbs. Was your old one already flat even being a 2018? I saw a trick where you flip the carb upside down, fill it with fuel, and blow compressed air in the pilot jet and watch for air bubbles in the fuel to identify a jet block leak.

News bearings (wheels, links, steering), new bolts, new fittings, shiny machining the wheels axles. I'm waiting for new spokes nuts to finish the original rear wheel. as you can see, the fitting of the rear brake hose is not right and must be reversed

Hi, I know this is probably a bit of a long shot but I'm currently starting on my own project bike. It's very complete but I was wondering if you still had your old top end for sale?

Thanks!

Check out this Scorpa reference page on The Hell Team TECH SUPPORT page. Heaps of Scorpa SY YAMAHA info. LINK

I just picked up a 2003 (?) SY250 on FB. It's the newest trials bike i've owned, and i'm pretty excited about it. There were a couple mid-70's TY's in the mix, so i dig the fact this bike has a Yamaha motor. What i need, though, is a manual or something to familiarize myself with this machine. I've struck out on the web. I'm grateful for any advice.

Gsinky, I'm 65 and riding trials and just restarted two years ago. Don’t worry about age. I wish I was as young as you. Just relax and enjoy it. There’s a lot of people older than me that still ride.

‘Can a 50 yr old start from scratch and where’ by JonG71 from November 25. Hi again, search for the above post as a more recent one. Tr1AL gives a good reply and I put some advice on there too.

Thanks, I’ll search out those posts👍

Hi Graham, welcome along to this wonderful world of trials. There are/have been lots of similar requests on here with plenty of sound & friendly advice to help you along. I’ve had a look back at some of my replies to people & ‘grovesy91’ (I think that was the name) made a similar request back in 2018. Have a search for ‘what bike’, or ‘new starter’ or similar and you’ll find lots of info. If you can’t find anything come back & up let us know. £1000 might be a bit tight on budget, but look around for the best serviced & looked after mechanically example rather than necessarily the smartest looking. Should still get a decent, if older, starter bike. I’d go Gas Gas Pro or Beta Rev 3/evo as I think that’ll give you best choice at that price & baring in mind spares availability. Go & read some of those old posts for some guidance. Good luck

Hi, I’m keen to get started on some gentle trials. I’m in Aberdeenshire and have always fancied it, and realise it’s now or never as I get older. I’m budgeting on circa £1k for a used Beta or Gas Gas. Any buying advice appreciated and any more general advice also welcomed. Hope I’m not too old. I had a Fantic when I was 19 and have been a MTBer over the years, so like to think I’ll at least have some sense of balance and technique, but mainly I just want to have some fun and give it a go. Also any advice on basic kit welcomed. Graham

I used the Vauxhall equivalent (same body) to transport my trials bike. Carried it in the centre with front wheel between front seats. Just cinched down front forks to give height clearance.

Yes I did. Are you familiar with the bike.

Glad you're liking trials, it's addictive. Did you buy it through the Tryals Shop?

Got some maintenance and mods done today. Looking forward to seeing how it responds! C-F reeds Jet block gasket

Hi, I'm a new trials rider. 47 years old. Recently purchased a 2020 vertigo r2 250. Been riding bikes on and off for 35 years. I've been riding it everyday for three weeks now and really loving it.

Is anyone using a Peugeot Bipper to transport a bike? Are they big enough? I'm only transporting one bike.

i need to know how to mix fuel screw because i clean carborator and now i cant fix that and motor dont work good ?

Ressurrecting this post. Still need to find the rear brake pedal for this bike. The one I got was incorrect. If anyone has anything, please DM me.

Recently acquired a 1963 Cub converted to a TR20 replica complete with 3TA forks. I am a relatively light rider (65kg) and find the suspension very hard and also noisy with the rebound 'slam'. I am toying with the idea of fitting progressive springs (and possibly rebound springs) ?? The legs have casting numbers H1119 and H1120 (possibly suggests sidecar origins ??) with what I believe are a red/white marked 464mm long springs. The units themselves feel smooth and tight so I'm disinclined to dismantle them further. Any experience, advice or suggestions for suitable solutions would be very much appreciated.

You can start by cleaning the carburetor and making sure it is seated in the manifold properly. If a 2009 has the hot start button, check for leaks.

Possibly air got into the clutch hydraulics while it was lying down. Alternatively, if you pulled the clutch or pressure plate off, you may have let the clutch pushrod ball fall out and not notice it. I doubt the shift shaft has anything to do with it.