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G`day from the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. I`m Russ and the owner of an old TL125 K2 and the new owner of a TLM200R ( MD15 ). I`ve just come back to trials bikes after a break of 35yrs ( last had a TL in 1979 living in Sussex ) mostly to get my son interested but also to have fun ! The old TL was restored by an Aussie who had 30 bikes stored under his house and he let me have it pretty cheap, just needed new tyres, carby and rear shocks ( Sammy Miller gas items shipped over ) and now it runs great. My new bike is a 1985 TLM200R and this seems to be a much rarer creature because parts a very thin on the ground. I love this bike but the clutch is on its last legs so will …

Johnny here from The beautiful south coast of Australia i was wondering if anyone has any technical drawings of a Tiger Cub Twin bearing Crank ? as i'm unable locate a crank here in Australia i intend to convert a bush crank to Twin bearing modifying the right hand side , i,m not a qualified machinist but im sure with a little help it can be done . As my cub isn't ready yet ill just show ya my TriBsa .

Hi I'm an ex Midland Centre rider from the 60's and 70's disappearing to Australia in 1980. Still riding in trials although I've slowed down a bit after a hip replacement a few weeks ago. I heard a name mentioned the other day on this website (I think) and would love to hear from him and a few others who were around in those days. As the Galpin brothers, Mike and Roger we used to ride BSA's with the Slinn brothers and the Winwood brothers and it was Pat Slinn who was mentined. My dad, Eric, used to know Reg Slinn and whatever happened to Alan Wright, Scott Ellis, Mick Bowers, Dick Hearn, Pat Brittain and a host of other top Midland centre riders. Chris Leighfield is o…

Hi everyone, just saying hello from North Thailand. I'm back to the trials bike after a break of 30 years (last bike was Mick Andrews Rep Ossa) and will be in the UK soon for a month. I would like to get some one to one trials tuition from an expert for a couple of days in the North Yorshire / Cumbria area. Tried a search but could not find anything relevant, anybody have any experience with a trials trainer in this area? Cheers Daz

Just a quick intro, I am from Australia, and rode trials as a kid. My dad rode trials growing up in England, and introduced me to it in Aus when I was 10. I stopped at 15 and 20 years later I am back, having just bought a 2008 Scorpa SY250R for myself. Have already found some useful info on here and look forward to keeping an eye on what happens in the countries where trials riding actually exists!! Cactus Jack.

Hello All, One of the old timers returning to the sport. Started trials riding in the early 60's on a C15T. Now have a Cub Trials and do the odd 'easy trial' Enjoy riding long distance on/off road trials. Do quite a few events as an observer and thoroughly enjoy it. Not too keen on this "trick riding" where you stop in the section and get set for the next part.Apreciate the skill but prefer the non-stop trials. Nice to see how the riders say thanks for observing... See you all soon, specially at Mac. Trials... Griff

Hi guys. Im 31 years old and am a game ranger in SA. Ive been riding bikes since I was 5, mx, enduro and classic gp and about 3 weeks ago I decided to learn how to ride a bike properly. I swopped my 06 kdx200 for a 07 Beta rev 3 270. Im loving it so far and I think my other riding has helped buy I have tons to learn and look forward to good advice. My pops just bought a factory beta 300 2013 model, he has the bucks , I dont . This will be the first bike category where we compete together. Anyway, hi to all.

Hi, heres an easy one for you, please could anyone tell me the correct petrol mix for my "new" gas gas 2005 125. Thanks in advance. X

Hi I looking for a barrel and piston for a gas gas jtx 200, don is rebuilding the engine and having trouble getting the parts.

Hi to all I’m new to the community and could use the knowledge that you all have so I’ll get on with it I’ve bought a 1997gas gas jtx 270 a few weeks ago and and a few spins on it and loved it but the piston rings have gone on it and I think I need the bore honed but don’t know if it’s a nickel plated or not can anyone enlighten me any tips or knowledge would greatly appreciated thanks

Hi I wonder can I get advice on the correct oils and quantity needed for my Gas Gas 2009 txt 250 pro

Hello all, i am new to Trials Central and all help is appreciated. My son has a 2005 Gas Gas txt boy. The visible part of the gear selector shaft broke so i need to replace it. I have some mechanical knowledge but it is some years since i messed about with engines. Can anyone advise on the procedure to replace the shaft and if i need any special tools. Also what parts, apart from the shaft, do i need. thanks

Hi, New to the site! I was wondering if anyone knew where I could find a website that has the Gas Gas txt edition 2003 manual?, been looking for a while and can't find it!!! Thanks for the help! Andy

Hi everyone i have just got myself an 05 300 raga,after owning an 05 280 the problem is the clutch the raga seems to have quite a heavy clutch where as my 280 was very light.After doing a trial on sunday my left hand was aching & i could hardley keep hold of the bars.Some of yhe guys i talked to said the raga has a heavier clutch does any body no if this is right & what can i do to make it lighter.Cheerz.

Hi All I have just bought myself a 2003 gasgas TXT 250 and am looking forward to the world of trials riding. Any other new riders in the swales area please get in touch.

Hey guys, Just about to take delivery of a Beta EVO after 6 years out of the sport, cant wait to get back into it. I've only been in the South Gloucestershire area (Thornbury near Bristol) for a few years and don't currently know of any other riders / practice spots in my area. Hoping to enter a few trials over the summer but need some practice and fitness first! If anybody in the area wants a riding buddy let me know!

Gday all, I'm the proud owner of a 99 Techno Beta. Now all I need to do is learn to ride it! Cheers, Stork.

hi all! can anyone tell me where to buy elf htx 740! the phrase "hens teeth" springs to mind! ta . . .

I grew up in Colorado, raced motocross and rode in the prairie as a kid. I had a tl125 Honda and rode it in the mountains a little but since moving to Oklahoma I have not done much riding for a long time. My son is 14years old and I bought a 2003 GAS GAS EC 200 DE and I'm setting it up for him to learn on while I look for another enduro and a trials bike. Bikes are so much better now than in the 80s when I stopped riding I'm like a kid at Christmas waiting to get a bike. I intend to practice trials nearby to sharpen my skills and trial ride the other bike with my son.

Hi, I am getting back into trials after a long time away, looking forward to it. Not bought a bike yet but thinking about the New Montesa 260 4RT looks nice although a little heavier than other bikes, anyone got one yet? I live in Castleford can anyone recommend a decent place to practice, I know there is Bumpy which I will probably join, and I now there is a good place over at Scarborough if you join the Scarborough club, but is there any where else? Where is best place to buy a Montesa from New? is it possible to test drive or to they have any demo days coming up? look forward to your replys Cheers Mark