fatty

Well as some of you would have seen I have been looking for a bike! Stated out looking for a beamish or TL and then started looking for a Triumph Tiger cub. Was told to look at a Fantic or Ty and the search continued. Anyway I went to a small trial at the weekend and realised that the majority were on fairly late bikes and most had older bikes but thought the newer bikes were easier to ride and more forgiving. So I am now the proud owner of a 1996 Beta Techno 250, Good nick, well looked after and ready to ride. Also got all the bits I need, Boots , Hat, paddock stand, spare levers, Oil, spare plug. Tyres are near new. So as far as I know I now have all I need to go and enjoy. What do I need to know about these machines ? Fatty

Trialsrfun Well went back to see the triumph and found too many bits and pieces that needed doing along with lots of bits that I did not like. So on the way back I called into a shop and have now got my self a new toy. Not what I intended but decided I just needed a set of wheel to get me going. I have got myself a very clean 1996 Beta Techno 250 ! Not sure how good they are but the money seemed fair for a well looked after bike owned by an older chap, no massive dents or damage, near new tyres and ready to ride. Also got all new kit at the same place, Boots , Hat, Gloves, spare levers, Oil, Plug and paddock stand. All in all a good days shopping. Any views on a Beta ? Fatty

Trialsfun Finally some has put down what I wanted to hear. Although time for an old bike is in short supply but I for some reason prefer the old to new, love the sound and the looks and simplicity. Tractors, 1938 Fordson Standard, 1950 Ferguson TED20, 1956 International B250. Plus host of implements to go with them. The standard was found in a hedge and seized solid, managed to get it running and have left unrestored. The Fergie is sort of as standard just had a few newbies here and there. The International has been in the workshop for three years having the works, full engine rebuild, shot blast, paint, bearings, seals, you name it it is getting it. Hence the reason time is short, plus I work mile from home and leave at 05.00 and return at 20.00 so weekdays don't give me any time to play. Anyway I a looking at the Triumph again tomorrow so will see what comes of it ! Thanks Fatty

trialsrfun The bike i am looking at i don think has been used for a while. its just had a head and barrel fitted and the sprockets look faily new. I would say some one has been building it up over a while and cant get on with it. I am going to see again on monday and hopefully have a go on it. my problem is i already have loads of old vintage tractors that always need tinkering and i was looking ofr something that i could use as and when and also take to the occasional show with the tractors, but at the same time being good enough to go to a local trial. I am a fairly competant rider so like to think i would get used to an older bike. I have had a chat with a few other people today and a fantic 200 pro has been mentioned as a good bike ? Decisions decisions !

Hi trialsrfun. I'm from Hampshire and was just looking at doing some club events, not really looked into it that much. I have however just come back from meeting Sammy Miller !. And he has suggested that I would be better off with a TY175 as it's a lot more reliable and more useable. Sort of messed my mind a bit as I sort of had my mind made up on. Triumph . But surely what Sammy says I should listen to. Or do I just go with my feeling ? Fatty

Hi, I posted on here a while when I started my search for a trials bike. Wanted four stroke and something I could also ride on the road occasionally and have a go at some basic novice trials. I have now found a 1966 triumph tiger cub, it got 21" front wheel, ally tank, Sammy miller sprockets, footrests and exhaust. Had new big end, barrel and head I believe. Also road registered. Are they any good and could I use it at a local club on a novice route . Thanks Fatty

Hi am I right in thinking the Montesa has a Honda engine? Is it a four stroke ? Thanks

Hi all. I have been looking through the forum for a couple of weeks and it looks just the place I need for some advice. I fancy getting myself a trials bike for playing on and doing a couple of trials each year. Not sure what I should be looking for but I do want it road registered and want something that is reliable, easy to get spares for and not too expensive. I have around