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Does anyone know where I can get some yellow paint to touch-up the frame on my 2014 Sherco ST 125?

Hi What issues are there with the TRi 125? Starting? Injection? Glued-together frame? They don't seem to wear very well? They seem to be even less common than the bigger Ossa. Thanks

I am thinking about buying a Sherco 125 2012, 13, 14 or 15. What are the known issues? Frame cracks? Jumping out of gear? Thanks

I am thinking about buying a Beta Evo 125 2012, 13 or 14. What are the known issues? Frame cracks? Jumping out of gear? Thanks

Your headache is caused by dehydration. You need to replace the water that you are sweating. Perhaps you could carry a bottle or Camelback. Or leave a bottle at the first section.

I had the same issue, so I use my Wulf £100 boots when it is wet muddy, because they are much sturdier. I keep my Gaerne oiled boots for dry weather.

For a variety of reasons, many of the past Expert riders are now competing in the Novice or Easy sections, where they will often get a very low score. As a result of these past experts getting low scores previously, the Novice sections are then set far too hard for the true novice rider. The outcome can be that the novice will give up competing in trials events and some of the Novice sections are too challenging or even dangerous for the true novice rider. Poorly differentiated sections demonstrate a lack of understanding by those setting the sections. Here in the south west, several clubs are notorious for setting out very difficult and at times dangerous Novice sections (no names, no pack drill). However, some clubs, such as Somerton, Blackmore Vale, Zona 1 and Mendip Vale can be relied on to set out Novice sections that are challenging, but realistic and not dangerous.

I have the flywheel weight. slow throttle and a 10 tooth front sprocket.

Has anyone used a lower compression head insert to make the power softer on a Beta Evo 250 T? Opinion?

Hi I am a primary school teacher. I have taught many children over the years who are on the Autistic Spectrum. The Autistic Spectrum covers a very wide range of different conditions, some of which are barely noticeable, to others which are severely disabling and require full-time, one to one support in the classroom (a teaching assistant). Providing that a lack of self control, or being unable to recognise, or act appropriately in a risky or dangerous situation, or, being unable to follow instructions is not part of that individual's condition, then I don't see any reason at all why a person - child or adult, who is on the Autistic Spectrum, should not either ride a trials bike, or take part in trials competitions. Tony

Problems with places to ride? Make the bikes a lot quieter and there would be fewer complaints, so you could ride on those bits of land that no-one uses.

Any trials coming up at one of my favourite venues - Bryce’s Farm, Bunny Lane, Sherfield English? Any club. I cannot see any at the moment.

I could practice much more on a piece of waste ground near my house. The problem is complaints about noise. I ride a Beta Evo 2T. Why does someone not make a much quieter exhaust system for this and other bikes? It might allow people to ride in more places without drawing unnecessary attention to themselves. This is one of the benefits of riding one of the new electric trials bikes.

Hi Can anyone advise what is the correct setting for the air screw on the carburettor on a 2013 Evo 250? What is the procedure for fine-tuning the adjustment? Thanks

Have you tried taking them to a shoe menders?

Hi You could easily bend the gear lever to clear the case. Bending alloy is not hard - there are detailed instructions available on the web. I bent my brake lever on a rock. I heated it up with a gas blowlamp and straightened it out. I have also (intentionally) bent my clutch and front brake levers, so that they are now lower and easier for me to pull in. You would need a blowlamp and a vice. If it goes wrong then a new gear lever is less than £30.

Have you asked on the Beamish owner's club website? Jim Evans is the person who will know. http://www.beamishownersclub.com/

I can clearly understand why the Super Cub might not be allowed to be included in the results for a Classic Trial. In my opinion, the two obvious reasons are that the engine is of a modern design and brand new. Also, the frame is of a modern design and brand new. However, a few weeks ago I was admiring a very nice "Bantam" trials bike, but the more I looked, the less BSA engineering I could see. It appeared to be built mainly from one-off or custom catalogue bits and was far from standard. Last Sunday I was inspecting a "Greeves", which appeared to have lots of modern bits on it, indeed the engine looked pretty new and I suspect that it was. Again, I was wondering how much of this bike was original. Trick, customised "Triumph" Tiger Cubs are also very common. Therefore, if the above bikes and the many other similar custom bikes that regularly compete, are eligible for inclusion in twin-shock classes, then the Cotswold Cubs should also be allowed. Failing that, the scrutinisers should be much firmer about what is and is not allowable, to compete in a particular class. On a different note, I was talking to two riders who had Cotswold Cubs. Apparently they are very light-weight (I think they said 120 pounds) easy to handle, relatively cheap and competitive (in the right hands obviously). I have not ridden one, but for me the very light weight and easy handling make this bike a very interesting possibility.

The "Latest Events" search on the ACU website for trials does not seem to be working. There is a message saying "There are currently no future events ..." Anyone know why? Thanks

A well organised, fun and friendly trial. Challenging, but nothing thing silly or dangerous. Muddy and the rain added to the fun! A good and enjoyable day out. Thanks

Around 2010 there were many reports of IRC rear tubeless tyres, when inflated to 3-4 pounds, going flat as soon as the bike hit a small step or a root. Many people put this down to the tyre bead being too loose, so the tyre would loose the airtight seal when it hit an obstacle. I understand that this problem still existed a few years later. Have IRC fixed this problem yet?

Here is a way of putting a number board on an Evo, while retaining the headlight. If you use a transparent number board then you can still use the light. You don't need to alter the brake or clutch cables, or anything else. You will need: A number board. Some long cable ties. 4 30mm lengths of soft plastic tubing - 10mm - 20mm bore. drill + 5mm bit. (You may need to join short cable ties together to make long ones). Look at the pictures to see how I did it. I have used this for the last year, with a trial every week and I have not had any issues with it at all. Also, I have a drinks bottle carrier attached with cable ties, It is sitting on a piece of inner-tube rubber to protect the forks from scratching. Nearly a year, used weekly with no issues. PS: Don't use a plastic bottle holder, because it will break when you go over logs.

Hi I am using a new HP Pavilion laptop, Windows 8, Internet Explorer. I have tried "Attach this file" and also tried "Advanced uploader" option, with no success.

I have been trying to post some photos, in reply to a topic. I have followed the pinned instructions but all that happens is that the Trials Central page stops responding. Are there any Janet and John (dead simple) instructions available?

While waiting in queues at sections, I am regularly getting exhaust fumes blown into my face, in pulses. Why do the manufacturers not direct the exhaust tip downwards, towards the ground? It would probably help keep the noise down too. Hydrocarbons are linked to lung cancer, so it would make sense.