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my new toy the new first 2012 Ossa TR280i in China, Hong Kong and Macau regions super nice bike !

Right now to shift into first with the clutch lever pulled, it sort of snaps into gear. Here are my questions: I read where it says that I should have 1/16 inch of play at the clutch lever on the case. I have 1/8 inch. Should I adjust this down to 1/16 inch? If so, how do I keep the clutch from turning while I loosen the clutch adjusting nut. Also, how much play should I have at the clutch lever? If I have the correct play at the lever on the case, is this the play that I should have at the hand lever? Also, my idle might be a little high. So, is my current 1/8 inch OK and I just need to get the idle down? Thanks for any help on this.

I just acquired a 72 MAR that seems in pretty good shape. It does smoke a bit and drip some oil so I understand that I need to do the crank seals and gaskets. What special tools do I need to do this? Also any tips would be greatly appriciated. When it is all tight, what is best to run in the gear box? I have some Redline MTL. It was missing the decompressor but I found one NOS. Does the decompressor go in the hole at an angle to the ground? Thanks for any help on this. Jim in Folsom, CA

Hello all, I am tring to get my father's 1970 Plonker going again. A litle background information. While riding it, the chain came off and jammed in the side case. Damage, a broken crankshaft and a gear(4th) in the transmission. Well, I had the engine repaired by someone who deals with Spanish bikes. Now, when I go to put the bike into first gear, it seems like it is going into 3rd gear. Seems as if this is the only gear I can get it into. I can not get first. Also, when I pull in the clutch, it makes a slight grinding noise at first and then stops. Anyone have an idea what is up? Thanks

I think the Ossa looks to be very innovative and cool. But I have a question about the frame. I have done some research and am unable to find the answer. Frame: CR-MO steel tube profile with pipe and bottom made of cast aluminium So how are these cast aluminum pieces attached to the CR-MO steel tubes? I can't see any bolts. Am i blind, daft or just missing something? Also any concern of damage to the lower portion of the fuel tank with having the skid plate mounted to it? Could be quite a bit of stress on the lower part of fuel tank with the skid plate being bashed and bending around a bit.

I have seen new OSSA dealership announcements and rumors online regarding who it will be, but still no specific mention of who the US OSSA importer is and the status of bike availability. Anyone know who the importer is, or are we in double secret probation.

Without question everything is not rosey at ossa but ffs they finished the ssdt and (I am guessing here) emma bristow won the ladies event last weekend. then theres the cabby/raga type special called a Fajardo anyone know why its a secret? Maybe they have only just got the internet in cumbria but the pr in the uk is rubbish. Why? maybe the faults if there are any are so big they don't want to mention the bike at all but its a new bike its not going to be perfect and its streets ahead of the Sherco-greeves.

Not sure if this has been posted up here, as I ain't seen it, but seems Sergio has mave it over to the factory and got some nice pic's and some videro up on his site. I was goin to comment on a few the pics, but I see he has them coptrighted and such, and you just need to see them all anyways. I see a lot of really cool stuff there. Seems they are doing a top job on things. The design is radical by most standards, but at the same time, I likee a lot of things about it, and as an old Ossa fan, well, It does make one a bit proud that they are doing it! If nothing else,it is just friggin cool! Ck this out!

Thinking of buying an ossa tr 280, are there any issues with the bike. help please

Marc Colomer out at Ossa.

Hi, my friend tells me the new Ossa has wheel bushings rather than bearings, is this really true? Anybody know how it's working out? Thanks

I just read this ossa

I wonder if we in the states will ever get a chance to see one?

Can anyone tell me what the bore and stroke of a 250 Gripper are please; I have spent about an hour on Google but cant find them anywhere. Thanks in advance.

does anyone have a wiring diagram for an ossa explorer or at least non battery bike with lights,have made a loom tested it with a battery,but dont know if I need a rectifier/regulator,nor sure of connections from stator.

what do you think? - just thought i'd throw in some positive balance...

Hi, just a quick question, what length rear shocks are people running on their Grippers, has anybody tried the NJB Trikshocks on them? Thanks Giles

I see on the front page , the results from Bootle Scrambles club show that Stephen Dixon won on a Ossa, is this the first win for the new bike?

I need to repaint the fuel tank on a 1975 Ossa and wondered exactly what the white base colour was when new. I went to my local paint supplier and the number of "whites" avaliable is quite amazing!!! I think it should be slightly more creamy white than pure brilliant white but what would be the correct RAL code Any help greatfully received.

Just found this vid.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JynL5O9Hvn8