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Hey guys, Cheers for the replies, theirs a nice mix of machines to try there. When i've purchased road bikes in the past there are demo machines at dealerships which you can test ride before you part with your dosh, is this something trials dealers offer ??? I was looking at a 280cc bike because i am rather tall & not exactly light weighing 17 stone which i've always found problematic with smaller motorcycle engines. I had a 350 Jawa grasstrack bike which will no doubt throw out bags more power than a trials bike & i had to literally spank the nuts off it to keep it going. Hopefully there is somewhere i can test bikes so i know when i make my purchase i'm getting the perfect tool for the job. Si

Hi all, After years of doing speedway & grasstrack i retired due to injury & i've taken a few years out. I'm keen to start riding again but i can't handle speedway any longer & i want to ride trials. I'm currently recovering from a nasty road accident & i'm due a few quid from the claim. I'm going to buy a brand new bike & i've no idea what's hot & what's not. Up to press i like the look of the Montesa & the Ossa but i could be barking up the wrong tree with them. Anyone got any advice on buying a new machine ?? Cheers Si