arnoux

What model bike, and were are you located?

Adam Raga uses a Reiger shock. Slightly up-speced from the standard Reiger shock, but not that much different. It has adjustble spring perch-preload (same as standard). It has high and low speed compression adjuster, high and low speed rebound adjuster, and two adjusters not found on most trial bike shocks. It has an adjustable hydraulic bump stop, and a "rebound delay" adjuster. This holds the shock compressed for a defined moment. So on say a big splat the bike can run a quick rebound that would usually bounce the rear off the obstacle after a big shock compression. But the shock "holds" for that defined moment on full compression to better hold traction before it rebounds. These shocks can be purchased from Reiger through your Gas Gas importer and are personally set up by the Reiger factory for the rider. A questionarre about rider weight, ability, type of riding terrain, etc etc have to be filed in on ordering. They also have a large selection of springs of different rates available. They are super trick, but do take a clear head and an analytical brain to get the most out of. And i can back up Jon, at least as far as Gas Gas are concerned the Pro's bikes are very, very close to standard, (maybe the aformentioned Reiger shock), or bog standard in many cases (rider dependant).

After putting about a dozen sets on now in the shop we have gone to putting the outside on first,(flat outside face of the rim), and then working back towards the centre of the rim and the spoke holes. Use a Hair dryer to warm the sticker it makes it much easier and you do need to "stretch" the sticker oh so slightly as you apply it. Clean the rim thoroughly with prep-sol (wax and grease remover) before you start. Have super clean hands. Do it somewhere clean and away from flying dirt, dust and grime and you will get a proper job. They are a fantastic material, and easy to put on if you are careful.

Put a lump of grease on the bolt head before drilling. This will lubricate the drill bit, but more importantly catch the swarf from drilling. As stated by others the bolt has a hole down the centre, and you don't want metal filings getting into the transmission on the other side. Drill bolt remove clutch basket remove remainder of bolt shaft replace clutch and replace bolt - part number Mt280232081 (always use the genuine bolt).

Bikes have to be produced after 1st July 2011 (in Spain) to qualify as 2012 models. Raga's are produced in May hence their 2011 nomenclature. GG Spain and all GG importers would prefer to call them 2012's but are bound by production date.

Scorpa's badged as YAMAHA for the Japanese market. Kenichi rides a pretty tricked up 300cc SYF, lots of mods, sounds like a top fuel dragster........Sweet.

This motor can be "tuned". TTR Big bore parts from BJ Racing and Powerall in the USA, and RAYER in france do fit. We have done it many times on the little Scorpa engine which is basically the same except for the electric leg.

It's a genuine Scorpa part, not a Yamaha part. The Part # is 4142.

We have fitted 2 kits to customers new(ish) 125 GG's recently, and i can highly recommend it. Makes a huge difference in power delivery. Still wicks up super fast, but way more power. Michel from S3 makes a great product. ** please note I am a Gas Gas importer!

We have Michelin X-Lite and X11, and tubed type, Dunlop 803, IRC and Vee Rubber trials tyres, and have next day delivery if you need it. And we only sell Trials stuff! Www.thehellteam.com

I agree Laser,I did not say you determine how it bottoms out with pre-load, but I am stating bikes delivered new from the Gas Gas Factory in Spain come with virtually no Pre-load on the spring at all. They also have the dampening adjustment screw all the way out. So the fastest setting. Not any more or any less. Take your time and set up your suspension properly. You may need a stiffer spring, you may need more pre-load, you may need to adjust the dampening screw to suit your preferences. Do not assume it is "right for you" straight out of the box. It's probably not.

The rear Sach shocks come with the dampener adjuster wound right off, and virtually no pre-load at all on the spring perch. This is to keep the components with no load on them in transit and storage. (same with the front forks). The bikes must have the pre-load adjuster set to suit the rider weight when setting up the new bike. If not then the bump rubber will get "flogged out" in no time if the rider weighs a bit more, or has more advanced skills (eg hits harder)! . Descriptions are found in the owners manual. New bikes are NOT delivered from Gas Gas Spain with pre-determined settings for a specific weight of rider. This must be done by the owner, or by the dealer in conjunction with the owners supplied rider weight, rider preferences and specifications.

keep a very close eye on your transmission oil levels, as I still feel you could have a crank oil seal that is faulty.

Big chance you have blown a crank seal and you have transmission oil leaking into the crankcase, hence the very oily conditions and the big temps created in the exhaust system.

Shane I'm not sure who gave you the information but the RAGA is Not $2000 more expensive, not even $1000 more! (in Australia - not sure about other markets). Amongst the changes you noted, and the huge list of changes from the 2010 model (new frame, new airbox, new rear guard and other plastics, new front and rear wheels, new rear master cylinder, new Michelin X-Lite tyres etc etc.) The Raga has magnesium crankcases (TXT is Alloy) Keihin flat slide carby (TXT is Dellorto PHBL) Raga reeds and reed block (quite different to standard setup) Different bars, grips and smaller "bling" items (M/cylinder caps etc) Raga alloy footpegs (TXT Hebo style steel pegs) The Raga was a little late into OZ this year (Aug) due to production delays in Spain, but it will available in the middle of 2011. Arnoux

Standard AJP clutch Master cylinder bore size is 9.5mm the AJP clutch Master cylinder as found on the GG BOY 50 is a 12mm bore.

Claudio the difference is in the side holes, the S jets have the small side holes the U's are substantially larger. On the Scorpa four bangers running that carby it made a substantial difference to the slow running just changing between U and S for the same pilot jet size.

Australian freestyle Trials rider jack Field, who is currently touring with the Crusty Demons Show will tell you differently. He can land 75 foot back flips on his 300 GG - but only with the switch one way. But he does approach the kicker pinned in fifth! Pulls up short if the switch is in the "soft" position. It does work at the top end!

The large black connector plug that connects the CDI to the rest of the wiring harness can also be a place to check. They use the same plug on KTM's and they are always causing issues on those bikes under harsh conditions. Have you had that apart recently? We have only had it happen once on a GG, but it did take us a while to source the problem.

The shock has been rebuilt , either to modify the valving, or because a seal had blown. This valve is installed to re-gas the unit on assembly. DO NOT touch it.

Joe If you are going to get the bore relined then get them to match it to your piston size. If you are going to buy a new piston, or reuse the old one, send that piston with the barrel and they will match both. No need to buy an oversized pot. Just make sure you give the reliners the clearances you want for piston/bore tolerance. These can be found in the Yamaha engine manual (download at www.thehellteam.com)

Mr Beta Ranter Geez....... I'll give you the skinny. Gas Gas UK are not taking the P***, prices have gone up from GG Spain. It is more expensive for 2011's than 2010's. Scorpa's are also more expensive than the last models available from the "previous Scorpa" factory. Freight prices have gone up, especially all the so called fuel surcharges etc, and insurance prices have gone through the roof. Bank charges on LOC's and loans are a killer, and wages and rents have not reduced. I am an importer in Australia and that's the case down here. I can't imagine it would be any different in the UK, they are global not local forces. The Euro has indeed devalued, but everything else to do with bike importation has increased. The price of the bikes from the manufacturer, and everything else down the line is more expensive. I think you will find there is solid economics behind any pricing structure, rather than "taking the p#@@" as you say!

yeah check www.trials.com.au the translated version is on the front page.

Hi Neo Just off the top of my head there has been a raft of small but innovative changes. I'm sure Jon and other will add to the list. Saw tooth bash plate - stop slipping backwards off obstacle and receiving a fail. Simple but extremely effective. Michelin X-Lite tyres Cylinder head with interchangeable head inserts * low compression for soft power delivery * standard * high compression for aggressive power, and tuneability at altitude Titanium header pipe standard New frame for 2011 New micro fusion welding technique on all frame welds. New AJP Integral rear brake mastercylinder/reservoir especially designed for Gas Gas New airbox Constant small improvements to Pro motor - seals, bearings, treatment of pinions, gears, shafts etc.

Good improvement. Came standard fitment on later model SY's.