Montesa

Going to look at a '00 315R soon and was wondering if there are any things that I should look out for that might show signs that the bike is in need of a large amount of dollars spending or has been poorly maintained. Thanks in advance. Barney

How does mapping work, altering settings for different terrain. I have been told you can bluetooth message to bike to change it. Surely this is Bull****. Can someone explain how injection system works.

I currently own a Beta Rev-3 which I love to bits but is getting to the point where it's going to need quite a lot of money spent on it to keep it in tip-top condition (it's had a hard life!) I have the opportunity to buy a used (2005) 4RT and I'm tempted by the apprently bulletproof reliability and the fact that it's the latest technology and all that. Is there anyone else here who has switched from Beta? How do the two compare (for reasons that I won't go into I haven't actually ridden a 4RT yet)? What should I look out for on a used 4RT? All comments gratefully received. I need to make a decision in the next 24 hours or so....

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My 02 315 has an NGK BPR6EIX iridium plug. Took a look at it yesterday, and there's a little oily soot around the end of the threaded base. The tip of the grounding electrode was dry and dark brown. Is this normal? Need a hotter plug, or leaner jetting? Since it's ridden slow and easy a lot would turning in the mixture screw help keep the plug clean? Bike is ridden easy most of the time around private property, but on each ride I do open it up for a few seconds on some flat areas. Timing has been retarded a tad and carb has 35 pilot jet, 110 main jet, D37 needle at 2nd from bottom slot. Using 80:1 mix with Silkolene.

From reading through the forums I seem to get the impression that the Monty's are pretty reliable. This is a trait that I like and I have come across a 2000 315R, ( Montesa's are pretty rare in these parts) that I'm going to cast my eye over. I was after peoples opinion as to whether they think this is a suitable bike for a beginner? The alternative I'm looking at is a 04 Beta 200 Rev3 but this costs a few more bucks. Any guidance or thoughts would be most welcome. Thanks Barney

Just wondering what octane gas everyone is running in their Montesa 315s. I'm considering an '04 model and wondered if 93 octane isenough or do I have to run "race gas" or ultra-high octane fuel to get good results? Your advise/opinions would be welcomed. Thanks

When the 4RT was announced, people were saying that the 4rt's EFI system was too 'high tech' and be difficult to fix .. and be expensive to fix .. etc etc.. And a year or so on, I havent seen anyone on this forum say anything bad about it whatsoever. Has anyone had any major problems?? If so, they are pretty rare! I think Honda have been truly vindicated by their bold decision to go EFI and looking at the increasing sales of the machine, other people think so too! Credit when its due eh Now if only Sherco had done the same.

Does anyone have top and bottom yokes suitable for Showa forks for a 315. Or do you know of someone who is breaking one. Thanks.

What do you lads think then ? Mod Edit: I think I'll move it to the Montesa Forum

Hello all, My 4RT is using half engine oil per trial ... fill up at start and after one full day riding its about half empty and needs topping up ?? . How much should it use ? It has not dipped in power delivery and does not smoke, dont have leaks ... does anyone out there know what could be the problem ... or if it is problem ? Thanks for any help

I'm looking at a used Cota 315. Could anyone out there give me any advise on it's ride charachteristics/quirks? For instance; I think the GGs steer a little bit better than the Shercos, but the Shercos seem to be more reliable. Are there any traits good or bad that I should consider? Thanks

Hi, I have a montesa 310 which I used to ride a lot a few years ago, but it has been sitting in my garage since then. I am trying to get it running again but can't remember if it is a 2 or 4-stroke? and what fuel mix? Also I don't suppose anyone knows where i can find a manual for it?

All the documents say that honda recommends elf htx 740 for the clutch for the 4rt. If you look on this site it says that the htx 740 oil is for a dry clutch, but the 4rt has a wet clutch. Anyone know why they recommend this oil. elf oil htx 740

Thinking about buying a 4RT, just wondering about the maintenance compared to a 2 stroke. Had a look through the 4RT manual on the net and got a bit of a shock. Seems that in addition to fresh oils, spark plug (and cap?) every 6 weeks. Honda recommend new piston rings every 6 months and a new piston every 12. Have riders really found this necessary or is this a hangover from MX motor manuals? 2 major top end strip downs a year seems excessive to me

Does anyone know exactly how the 4rt wiring loom works in regards to powering the lights. I know that when the wiring loom is installed it restricts the power output of the bike because of the fuel injection etc, but is it a simple case of the wiring loom and ancillaries needing to much power or is it more complicated like the loom changing the ecu program when plugged in. Thanks rich

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Spain-View-of-Montes...1QQcmdZViewItem did they even build them back then and could you use it in the pre 65 scottish (pre 1865 that is)

does anyone know if the montesa 248 yokes, forks and front wheel will fit onto my 349? also anyone know where i can source an air box for it? i have just picked a 349 with gray mudguards up and the yokkes are wrong and front wheel. Cheers James

Is automatic tranmission fluid OK for fork oil?

Forks are off the bike, damper is out, dust seal is off, and the circlip has been removed, but not sure how to remove the slider and seal. The manual say to pull out sharply on the fork tube to bump the seal out. Tried this a few times, but nothing moved. Should I heat the aluminum lower leg a little and then slide the tube out harder? How do you read the stem head label to determine the build year?