jrpettet

I talked to one of the workers at the endurocross and they mentioned that the company has changed hands several times in the last couple of years. This year they only did 3 events because of all of the changes. Supposedly the new owners are planning to double the number of events for next year and they want have more racers and classes. Hopefully they bring back the trials races next year.

I've never ridden in the Boise area (though I wouldn't mind heading over for a competition or event). I live in Idaho Falls and usually only go to Boise for the Endurocross.

Endurocross in Nampa is coming up next week and I'm interested in riding in the trials round during the event. The problem is that I can't find any registration info on a trials specific race. Any information or a local contact would be helpful. Thanks!

I've been using various Betas on trails for years. This is because there aren't many people in my area to ride trials with. I've done lots of trails with no seat (before Beta offered a seat) and gas bottles in my pack. Just this year I bought an Evo with a seat for the extra fuel capacity. Most of the time a trials bike makes everything much easier. The only times I've been at a disadvantage with a trials bike is on big loose hill climbs and sand. However, the knowledge that I don't have to wrestle a 300 lb monster when I don't make a hill climb is priceless. For trail rides I would buy an Evo 250 with a seat, trials tire, and higher gearing.

My new to me Evo jumped out of gear twice last night, pretty frustrating. I'll be following along.

Good to hear!

Thanks for the feedback. I will check the wiring and make sure the most aggressive tune is selected and leave the switch off the bike.

One of the previous owners of my 2013 Evo 300 removed the Map switch. I have not yet inspected the wiring to determine exactly what was done. The bike runs fine. Does the switch itself do anything more than open and close a circuit? Is there any reason to remove the Map switch?

I did the clutch fix on my Techno and ran 5w30 or 10w30 oil. The clutch worked perfectly for the 14 years I had the bike.

Do you have any information on the lighter springs? Is there any particular oil that might help? Maybe a different weight? I just picked up a 2013 Evo and the clutch sticks when cold. The clutch in the Techno I just sold worked perfectly after the fix.

The rear brake on my Techno works great. The pedal is adjusted just right, it doesn't have much travel, and lock's up the wheel easily. I would just look for a new pedal. Or see if you can get that one repaired.

Great map! Thanks

I've had my current pair of Gaerne Boots for the last ten years and they have held up great. As others have said, the boots are comfortable enough to walk in and feel great on the bike.

Just sent you an email

anybody had this happen???

I don't use wd-40 because it attracts dirt and dust like crazy (it's dry where I live). And I agree that it is not thick enough to prevent wear

I wish i had some pies to eat... I could use the insulation (it's cold!) I though about splinting it and welding all around, but that seems to questionable for something that sees this much stress. i've still looking for a new one.

swing arm

The end of last summer the swing arm on my '99 techno basically tore in half. I've had the bike for most of it's life. I don't think i do anything too crazy with it... Has anyone had experience with this??? I've never broke a swing arm like this before. Just talked to a beta dealer close to where i live and he said something like $550 for a new one. Give me a minute and i'll get a pic up...

thanks! the funny thing is that this particular swing arm has been repaired once already (where the suspension linkage bolts on). Right now the swing arm is nearly ripped in half. the aluminum came appart in the center of the swing arm and there is less than 1cm of material holding the halvs of the swing arm together. I'm searching the web right now to at least find a price for a new arm...

Yea, i have looked on the beta usa page. i have called a couple of the places listed for this area but didn't get anyone. I've also sent out a email to my old supplier. I'm sure there are places in Utah i just don't get down there much. If i don't have any luck down here i'll look into that place in elko. Are there any good internet stores for old beta parts around? I do pretty much all of my jeep stuff online with the different vendors.

Howdy all, I'm Josh I've been looking for some more info and people into trials for a while now and came across this site. This looks like the best forum around to get connected. Trials has been in my family for around 30 years. Enthusiasm here in Idaho Falls seems to come and go. At one point we almost had a club going then things slowed down and that happend serveral times (though we never got close to starting a club again). Currently I don't know anybody around here that actively rides anymore. At then end of last summer the swing arm on my '99 techno broke in half. I haven't fixed it because of the snow and my jeep (i do alot with local offroading clubs around here). I would like to find some good vendors in the states. In years past I got all my parts from Top Notch Trials, then Northern Utah Trials Supply. Here are some pics just for fun http://i744.photobucket.com/albums/xx87/JRPettet/DSCN0008.jpg http://i744.photobucket.com/albums/xx87/JRPettet/p3.jpg