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Nearly 5 years ago I bought a pair of Wulfsport boots from Ebay. They were really uncomfortable and rubbed the skin off my left ankle. I put padding in there, but it still rubbed. A month later I had had enough, so I bought a pair of Garne Balance oiled from a dealer (Active Bikesport) where I could try them on first. They were nearly twice the price of the Wulfsports, but much more comfortable and one size larger. After a bit I wore them alternately. After a while the Wulfsports became more comfortable and became preferable to the Garnes. However, the inner lining on the heel of the Wulfsports has now worn away and the rough, stiff plastic? heel protector rubs my heel. Additionally, the leather has cracked/split where it joins the sole and cannot be repaired. I like having two pairs of boots. I may get another pair of Wulfsports, but one size larger than last time.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Shoe-Boot-Dryer-Electric-Sports-Wet-Warmer-Heater-Disinfectant-Portable-White/351737287625?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649 Just bought one of these. Used it half a dozen times. Good so far.

Just out of interest. I have a slow throttle fitted. I wonder if you can get/make an even slower throttle?

A Ford Connect will require 4 new injectors at about 100,000 miles, or so. £1400 Perhaps a new fuel pump at 150,000 miles. £600 ish Don't think you would get 3 adult's bikes in .

Virtually the same bike as a Sherco. Just a different paint job and stickers.

2012/13/14 would sometimes jump out of first and/or second gear, mid section. Not sure if the later ones still do it, as I no longer ride Beta.

Done Trials needs a hero.

Keeping up appearances. Range Rover Sport poser, riding Gas Gas? Perhaps a classy Vertigo Combat Titanium would be more in keeping with the image.

I have just checked the tyre. TUBE TYPE! No wonder it instantly deflated. That hadn't occurred to me. Thanks. Problem solved.

Fitted one to a similar bike 6+ months ago - turned it too, with no issues. Motad rim. Soap lube. This new one did not seat with the loud snap that the previous IRC tyre did - or with the same loud snap that an Xtralite tyre does. Issues with OLD IRC tyres are well documented within this forum.

Thanks. That's was my understanding too.

I have run an IRC Winner rear tyre for the last 6 months or so with no issues, Pressure has varied between 2.5 and 4 pounds an inch, depending on conditions. Just fitted a new tyre to a new bike. As soon as I hit a small step it deflates. I am wondering if the tyre is one from before IRC fixed the loose band issue. Does anyone know how the IRC tyre date of manufacture codes work? I THINK the code on this tyre is 2417 Thanks in anticipation.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Motorcycles-Scooters/422/i.html?_from=R40&LH_Auction=1&_nkw=trials bike&LH_Complete=1&rt=nc&_trksid=p2045573.m1684

What people are asking for a bike on Ebay, and what they actually get are two different things. The only reliable indicator of price are the sales that are made via auction. To see this, go to: Select "trials bikes" (for instance), Auction, then select Completed Listings. Here is one: https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Motorcycles-Scooters/422/i.html?_from=R40&LH_Auction=1&_nkw=trials bike&LH_Complete=1&rt=nc&_trksid=p2045573.m1684 Note that some people will get mates to bid on their bikes in an attempt to drive the price up, or encourage bidders. These bikes will often reappear the following week, claiming the bidder did not show up. Apologies if you already knew this.

I rode a TRS last week up in Bury. The frame and handling were good and it felt very light and flickable, but I found the engine to be snappy and raw - my Sherco is much smoother. The bike was allegedly 2017, but it was quite rough. The rear shock had been replaced already. As I said, it was in quite a rough condition for a newish bike and did not appear to be ageing very well. I passed.

I recon that the biggest barrier to increasing the popularity of trials is a poor mobile phone signal at venues out in the countryside! My 60 year old mate came round our place a few weeks ago. He looked at my bikes, then told me that he wanted to get a bike, but his missus told him that first they needed to get a new fitted kitchen, a new bathroom and then a new bedroom suite. No doubt there will be some other "must have" afterwards. Most folk are too busy getting "stuff" (including piles of cash) to have fun. They build a prison for themselves.

The old thermostat was stuck open. Fitted a new thermostat. Works properly now. Thanks

Yep - lots and lots of jam tomorrow,

The cooling fan on my Sherco ST runs continuously. Even kicking the motor over causes the fan to spin. Faulty radiator thermostat? Thanks in anticipation.

IRC have now sorted the issue of the tubeless tire being too loose a fit. It is now much tighter on the rim and does not deflate when you hit something. I fit my own tires and when I put an IRC on my rear wheel, about six months ago, it went on with a very loud snap - just like a Michelin x lite. I have been running mine as low as 2.5 pounds in the mud and it has been absolutely fine - even when hitting stones, rocks or logs.

Are you losing any gearbox oil? Measure what you put in, then what you take out when you next change the oil.

Also, ensure that your gear lever is screwed up tightly onto the shaft splines. A small amount of movement here will also make neutral harder to select.

Put £70 of petrol in the van - a diesel van. Cost about £200 to get it removed by a call-out specialist.