Classic Trials

a friend and i own a pair of ccm 350,s ,we would like to ride them in the beamish trial or any other suitable event,bearing in mind we ride most weekends on pre 65 bikes,but the ccm,s are a bit of an animal so dont get ridden much.can anyone suggest a good event to ride them in as they love going out to play.

Anybody seen them ?

As you all know the right breakfast is very important. Have a look: Chrs:Mike

My 75' Honda TL250 has the stock tiny foot pegs. I see kits advertised to modify & enlarge the original footrests by welding in steel pieces. Have a MIG welder etc but would prefer to just buy quality modern style complete pegs that fit with none or minimal modification. Does anybody make these for my bike?

North Lincs Classic Trials Club has a new website, save it to your favourites to keep up to date with news, trials results or see how your doing in the championship table. Use this link to find us, https://northlincsclassicmotorcycleclub.wordpress.com

Hi All, I'm looking to buy a pre 65 trials bike to one day compete in the Scottish and other pre 65 events. I am a modern trials rider and the pre 65 scene seems a bit of a mine field...I am 6 foot 5 and 105kg's so it needs to be something with reasonable power, although I appreciate it's not going to perform like a modern trials bike. I like the look of the tiger cubs and I know someone who has a good one for sale (230cc), but people tell me they can be a pain to set up. BSA C15 also seems like a popular option, but reasonably heavy? And I think a Bantam would be underpowered? If anyone can provide a bit of advice, that would be greatly appreciated. …

does anyone have any info on how much the swing arm was lengthened on ty250`s someone has moved my shock mounting down,like on a majesty, but all this has done is raise the rear up in the air , and its flips over alot . im looking to gain abit more grip by extending the length of the swing arm and thus lowering the rear at the same time . any ideas ?

This might be of interest to anyone travelling to Fort William in the next few days! https://trafficscotland.org/news/story.aspx?id=13718

Hi, could anybody help me identify make of break plate and shoes. Break shoe on right hand side is tiger cub just for reference. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Bonjour, Anybody going to the classic trial in Provence in October... Being " Larry no mates " I need two riders to make up a three man team riding the Twin shock hard route . Let me know if its of any interest.. Just to add .. If any other halves need persuding to come along, my wife is usually bored stiff so she goes off and explores Provence and is happy to take along any other equally bored Wags......

Im interested in adding one of these (if i can find one?) it wont be a rigid!!! to my collection as ive always loved the look of these bikes, how much are these in good condition? what year/ model best? how effective are these in pre65 trials (dont quote len hutty as thats more to do with the rider than the bike! ) also can one get used to the rear brake being on the left side of the machine as ive always been on continental re japs style bikes most of my life! pointers what to look for in case of being ripped off? thanks in advance lads

sitting in a meeting in Midrand, and with useable internet connection, was wondering if there was a Classic Trials scene, twinshocks, in South Africa. Also love to know what bikes etc are around....

has anyone got a sticker kit or a picture of a 350 ccm 4 stroke.i want to repaint tank and side pannels of my bike but its been done before so i cant get a copy of them as they were taken off.i can get them made if i have a picture or template.if any one can help call me on 01624 898454 or 01624 882205.or email juanknight@manx.net. cheers,juan.

Anyone reading this going at the weekend and if so have you been notified start times etc? I sent entry off weeks ago and herd nothing, have phoned Vic Ashford and left messages on a/mc but no reply. Am travelling down in the morning staying in Devon for a couple of days ptrior to trial so would like to know.

Hello all, just wondering if anyone knows of a supplier of high comp pistons for b40s , also is there a cam and carb upgrade for the same , the engine i've got is an early one but its in good shape, i'd like to squeeze as much as poss from the old girl , thanks

Just out of interest which were the best genuine pre65 bikes in there day? i wasn't born in 1965 (just after!) so from what i can gather jugding by the results of todays MODERN pre65 events here goes 1, cub 2, matchless gl3 , 3, ariel ht5 4, greeves tfs 5, james / FB 32a engine! can anyone remember that far back?

is anyone here using a Delorto carb phb 25 or 26 on a Bantam ?? Just wondering what jet sizes you are using. I have had it bored to 186cc with a Suzuki piston. Have tried a 25 which was off a Fantic 200 , it may be past its best, started okay but didn't run too well when warm, also a 26 which I believe was off a Gasser, the jets are the same ?? again starts okay, may run a bit better. Not able to take the bike out yet just getting sorted. Thanks in advance.

Does anyone have any contacts for some 1974ish Montesa Cota parts ? I'll probably need some clutch plates and would like to buy some engine gaskets rather than have to make them. I may be needing a fibreglass or replica seat/tank as well depending on how my attempt to repair it goes.

Does anyone know where I can get a fibre glass or carbon fibre set of clutch covers for an HT5? Thanks

Hello everybody Just bought myself a Cota 348 with the intention of doing some classic/twinshock trials like the Kendal Classic Nostalgia Trial. Idea was to practice in the garden, the top part is particularly steep and wooded, because whilst I have ridden for years I've never done trials. Very small budget so I looked for a tatty bike, but had to be a runner. Eventually found one at