Classic Trials

Former Respected Derby Sidecar Racing Driver/Chassis Builder W.E. (BILL) COOPER who spent his later years with with his sons trials riding in the East Midlands area passed away last week after a long illness bravely born, Funeral Wednesday 20th March 10-40am at Derby Crematorium Main Chapel. Family flowers only please, Donations if desired for The Alzheimer's Society may be sent to, G.Wathall & Son Ltd, 101 Macklin Street,Derby. DE1-1LG. Tel 01332 345268.

Hi Just wondering about the finish on the billet aluminium hubs and if it is worth while getting them anodised to protect them and keep them clean? Do many people run them without being anodised? Jonny

I need a black plastic universal rear fender/mudguard for a Honda TL 125 in a Sammy Miller frame.. I bought a Gonelli from Fecked, but they are short - sort of 3/4 length. I bought a second and tried joining them together, but the profile was wrong and it looked rubbish. They sell white and silver, and other colours are available, but apparently not black. I don't want to paint or use alloy ones. Any ideas?

hi, i've just been registered on your forum...it looks nice... i own a 1980 250 beamish suzuki,(i've just sold my 325 beamish), a 250 bultaco sherpa t80(1970), and i've just bought a 1978 325 bultaco mod 199...just an answer; i was surprised because the bike was blue, i thought that all 199 models (not a or were red colored, i phoned to two bultaco parts sellers in france, who told me that a small quantity of this model were stock painted in blue....curious.... can anyone give me informations about that?...the tank is not painted, and even the side panels... best regards from france. nicolas

Sorry but not that many pics as i had a bit of a fall at section 18, i fell like a bag of the brown stuff camera ok(ish) flash gun not so good its buggered!!!!!!also hurt my arm so didn't feel like taking any more shots but hope you enjoy the few i have put on pics

Can anyone give me the address for tomorrow, never done a BMCA trial before, but as its on my doorstep it would be rude to miss it. Searched on net but no joy.. cheers

Some great pictures from last Saturday's trial at the Bonanza www.charliewooding.co.uk

Who's coming to the Bonanza on the 29th June?

Hi All, Can anyone recommend any books on pre 65 trials bikes(author and/or title) please? Thanks in anticipation.

Can I download an entry form from somewhere? or does anyone know the entry fee and I will use a standard form Thanks

Which brake shoes do you recommend and why ?

Anyone seen or heard anything about Brian Hutchinson (Stokesley) - He was a big hero of mine throughout the 70's and 80's, riding Montesa's and laterly Bultaco 175's. If anyone has any pics, please post, so we can see the farming genious in action. Cheers,

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I can find the dates for this event but no other info, (Jun 30 / Jul 1) has anyone any links or info on it?? Hope to have the Bantam usable by then.

Back due to popular demand is the road trail at the Bonanza this year on the 27th June, this wasn't clear but hopefully it should be now with this post and the message on the AMCA site. http://www.amca.uk.com/scrambles/scrambles-fixtures/314-western-classic-bonanza-at-horsley It's always been a great ride round the Cotswolds so hope to see many of you there.

Hi, Thought some of you may be intrested in seeing some pics of the first round at plashes farm. Thanks to Trudy Adams for photos, and many thanks to the land owner for the use of some wonderfull woodland.

I've always hated the term Pre65 and welcome the idea of "British Twinshocks" so if you do too what eligability critera would you have? I'll start you off with my ideas. Engine : Obviously must be based on crankcases, barrels and heads as produced by the British Motor Cycle Industry prior to 1970. Copies allowed but must comform at least in exterior appearience to the original item. Internals: free. Ignition system: free. Carburettor: free but no fuel injection. Clutch must be cable operated. Gearbox free. Frame : Must obviously be twin shock and made from steel. Shock position free but shocks minimum 340mm max 360mm. Wheelbase without rider to be minimum 50". Ground c…

I have recently got hold of a 350cc ZB32 Goldie motor along with the rigid trials frame that it was fitted in. I want to get hold of a suitable trials swinging arm frame to add a bit more comfort to the old girl, "the bike not the wife" !!! and get it going to compete with the heavyweights Any suggestions what frame to look for . Your responses will be appreciated Cheers