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If you look at the inside of an Airoh helmet, there are lots of big holes in the polystyrene lining, to allow ventilation. The shell also has large ventilation holes/slits in it. When I examined my own helmet, the ventilation holes in the shell were minimal and the polystyrene liner had no holes at all. No wonder I got hot and sweaty when I wore it.

You could ride the Gentlemans* route, then you choose which route to ride on each section - Expert, Clubman or Novice route, or, any other route to the End gate - it's up to you. * Gentlemans = through the Start gate, then any route you wish to the End gate.

Just saw this. Cambridge Trials, so I would not expect them to make unsubstantiated claims. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/IRC-4-00-X-18-TR11-TUBELESS-TYPE-REAR-TRIALS-TYRE-BRAND-NEW-DESIGN-/232265111304?hash=item3614145708:g:RC4AAMXQlgtRuCil Anyone tried the new ones yet?

Try a joke or two.

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I am in the process of replacing the seals and oil in my front forks. I was surprised at just how filthy and contaminated the oil was. This got me thinking about the rear shock. Question: Can the oil in the rear shock be replaced on my 2014 Sherco ST 125? Thanks.

Getting round to replacing the fork seals in my 2014 Sherco ST 125. Questions: 1. The right fork leg is refilled to within 55mm of the top of the fork tube. Is that with the spring and rod in or out? (Not done this leg yet). 2. What about the left fork leg? Spring in or out? Oil level 55mm as well? Thanks in anticipation.

Last year, during a trial in Binegar Quarry, in Somerset. The trial had just started and I had stopped and was looking at a pool of muddy water, wondering just how deep it was because on the other side of this pool was the start of the section. But not to worry, a rider who obviously already knew the answer started speeding through, making an impressive bow wave. I watched in amazement as the water first went up over the front wheel, then the handlebars, then he fell off and disappeared beneath the waves!

I once had a girlfriend like that.

Thanks for the replies.

How do I adjust the damping on the rear shock of a 2014 Sherco ST 125? Thanks

IRC tyres changed their design?

You most likely have dirt down in the seal. It happens sometimes. You need one of these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Seal-Mate-Tool-Fix-Leaking-Fork-Seals-Quick-Easy-Fast-Affordable-BLUE-/172572962991?hash=item282e2670af:g:BrYAAOSwve5XOFnS Watch how do use it on Youtube,

I'm 16 stone. I ride a 2014 Sherco ST 125 every week in a trials competition at Novice level. I had two 250 Betas previously, the last being an Evo. I like this 125 much more than the 250s. It is easier to ride and control than the 250s. It FEELS lighter and more nimble. Is less likely to wash out on tight downhill turns, or rear up when suddenly finding grip on steep uphill sections. It won't really plod along, like a 250 will, so you keep the revs up a bit and slip the clutch. It has a power band, so you need to keep the revs within that band, if you want power - it is a slightly different technique than riding a bike with a bigger engine. (I have my tickover set high, which helps). Mine does not like long lengths of deep, sticky mud, where 3rd gear might be the best to use - it won't really pull it. Long, steep hill climbs, in 3rd are not on either. I recently had a quick ride on a brand new Gas Gas 125 Racing. That was even better than the Sherco 125, because it had more low down power and torque. I would buy one. (The older Gas Gas 125s are not the same, apparently).

Do IRC rear tyres still come off the modern Motad-style rims when inflated at very low pressures, 2 - 3 psi? If so, then why don't the manufacturers make the bead a bit smaller/reduce it's circumference?

A qualified First Aid person should be essential at all trials events. I am surprised that is not part of the conditions of the insurance cover for trials events..

That's the problem with high technology - not suitable for us "shade tree" mechanics.

If the box has been cut, then re-packed in the past,as outlined above, it could be that the new cover plate is loose, or not sealed properly.

I wonder if this will come to all riders in the UK eventually, not just for Junior riders?

Why not put them on Ebay or Craigslist and sell them - one at a time, rather than as one lot. Or, take them along to your next trials meeting. People are often selling bits and pieces at them.

Save them for Guy Fawkes night.

I ride a Sherco 125 every week in a trial - perhaps now around 80 trials on this bike. However, in the past I have always ridden 250s. The thing about a 125 2 stroke trials bike, compared to a 250, is that it completely lacks torque at the bottom end. Consequently, when ridden by an adult, it is necessary to rev the motor and slip the clutch to obtain power and torque. It is there, but not at or near the bottom of the rev range. The latest GasGas 125 is a bit better than the others IMHO, but still nowhere near a 250. I don't think that the limited power of a 125 needs a heavier flywheel to smooth the power. However, it might contribute something else to the power characteristics - perhaps slow down the time that it takes to rev up and therefore slow down. Why not fit one and report back.

Before you do anything else, use one of these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Motion-Pro-Seal-Mate-Fork-Tool-Motocross-Enduro-Husqvarna-CR-WR-TC-TE-449-450-/152435574729?hash=item237dde47c9:g:y4EAAOSwmfhX7TkO Look on Youtube for instructions.

Aged over 60. Ride in over 50 competitions a year. Rarely practice. Usually Novice, rarely Clubman. Always for fun!

I was talking to Jon Bliss a while back, while waiting at a section. I asked him about spares for the motor, He said that if anything major occurs, then you just spend £180 on a brand new engine. However, he said that the motors are very reliable. Two or three similar bikes (they are all slightly different) built by Jon Bliss regularly compete at Clubman level in the South West. They are competitive alongside modern Monoshocks and obviously with Twinshocks. Most of these bikes from Jon have the fuel tank in the top tube, like this one: