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Thanks.. All good info. I underestimated the lewisport website. That is actually a pretty good price and wheels are probably the thing I will spend some money on soon. The guy that sold me the bike said he's running slime so would be nice not to have to worry about leaky spoke holes and lose some unsprung weight. I know it makes more sense to just buy a factory version but there is an appeal to me of doing my own upgrades and also that keeps the initial investment smaller and you can nickel and dime it from there. I'm definitely going to seek some instruction. I've reached out to a couple people but so far nothing too promising has come up. I'm in Reno, NV and not a lot of activity here. sactopits is the closest trials club, just a couple hours away so I'll check them out next spring when they start back up.

Btw, those aren't just for looks. They indicate wind velocity and direction which has an impact on your long distance splatter approach

Lol, I already have those on my ktm and they are f'n sweet. Ok, well.. The new style wheels with the flange for the spoke attachment.. There doesn't seem to be any mention of who makes those. It's just weird that there is so little info out there. I'd like to know specs on if they are lighter and how much they cost. So, much more interested in functional upgrades but ideally some bling factor would occur in the process. . Very aware that this bike is much more capable than I am. I just like to mod bikes because it's fun.

I'm just looking to window shop for a bit. I'll hit up lewisport when I'm ready to spend

Hi, I've just bought a 2009 280 Eco. Now I don't have any trials experience but as in browsing the net doing research I've noticed there is not much aftermarket support compared to what I'm used to for mx and street bikes. So what do you guys do to these things to trick em out? Ti exhaust? Suspension? Wheels? I've heard the Eco is a bit heavier than the pro so just wondering what could be done to get it closer to the pro.

I know this thread is somewhat aged, but my question is... Are you making it over that stump yet!? I've no experience at all but I might just have enough YouTube credits for a phd. It seems like the more advanced riders are a bit more aggressive with body english and throttle.

Ok, it's official. The 280 is mine and will be shipped tomorrow. I'll post up pics and a multitude of dumb questions when she gets here. Ok, back to the garage for balance drills

Just managed a solid ten seconds on my mtn bike! For me that is progress. I've been trying to use the method shown in Ryan Youngs video where you just use the bars. I just realized that you have to consciously dig in with the tire to get it to do anything. I'm sure it's easier on a moto with the tire dug into the dirt but I think this realization is something I may never have noticed on the moto. Plus one for cross training! Ok everything is going well with the 09 txt 280 Econo. I'm trying to arrange for the owner to drop it off at a shop tomorrow for a look over by the mechanic. If all goes well I will send payment and have it crated for shipping by the end of the day. Watch out novice class, here comes an old guy with poor balance! Well someone has to provide entertainment right?

My wife is pretty good about dealing with my obsessions. Bringing the motorcycle inside the house might be just pushing my luck a bit I have tried static balancing on my moutain bike in my garage.. Very difficult for me! Great practice though, the moto I'm hoping will feel a bit easier with low tire pressure. Ok, dumb question .. The Econo model I'm after apparently does not have a tubeless wheel in the rear. I probably won't know the difference at first. Maybe even never? What do you guys think about this? Do you get the same feel by using the Nuetech tubliss system to convert it to tubeless? Or am I going to want to buy a new wheel at some point? I guess the other main difference in the Econo model is the forks are different. Anybody have any feedback on them?

I saw that Evo and talked to the guy. He already has an offer. 5k is more than I have currently so I was trying to do a partial trade for my carbon jamis mtb. I just got off the phone with Crystal at lewisport. I did mention I was obsessing! I'm trying for the 2009 econo for 3k and if that doesn't work I'll probly get the 05

Ok, I've got another option.. A 2009 gas gas 280 Econo for about 3k. Would this be a better buy over the 2005 300 for 2900? The Econo model seems to be a bit vague about what it is. Just whatever the factory had lying around? On buying long distance... PayPal does not offer protection for motor vehicles. I just discovered this. I'm thinking the best way would be to have a motorcycle shop be the middle man. Thoughts on this? Oh jeez, this is driving me nuts. I need to get a bike soon before my brain overloads

At this point I'm not looking for a specific bike. I'm sure whatever I get, knowing how I am, I'll want a new one next year. I've upped my budget to 3k now to open up some options. Also starting to have second thoughts about the GG 05 300 after reading about the starting difficulties. I've been spoiled with e start for quite some time so not looking forward to a tough to start bike. How much difference does the compression spacer make?

Hi trials central, I'm a new guy and am obsessively looking for my first trials motorcycle. Here is my first post in the introduction forum http://www.trialscentral.com/forums/topic/53453-hello-from-a-newbie/#entry381375 Anyway I just thought I'd start a thread in case anyone would like to comment or school me on my ongoing hunt. The first thing I've learned about trials riding is the bikes are much harder to find than Motocrossers. The first two offers I had mentioned in my intro post both fell through. Currently I'm after a 2005 GG pro 300. Guy is wanting 3,000 USD. It's not mint condition but supposedly is in good working order. Ok. I'll post back up when something happens

Thanks for the welcome, not much chance of turning back. Now that I'm learning about this I don't understand what took me so long. I've always enjoy d technical trails the most so this seems like a natural next step. Another deciding factor is the terrain I have available out of my garage. It is legal to ride but is REALLY rocky.. So much that sometimes I hesitate to ride local. Then I thought to myself that terrain is perfect for a trials bike so here I am. I'm definitely having some trouble finding the right bike nearby. Not a lot of options sub $3000. I'll just have to have some patience.

Ok, I meant a beta 250, not 280.

Hello Trials Central. I'm just getting started in trials. Im in fact so new that I don't even have a bike yet . I woke up about a week ago and was suddenly obsessed with the thought of getting into the sport. I've been riding dirt for 35 years and am currently riding a ktm xcw300. I've got a couple offers out on trials bikes. A 2004 txt pro 125, and a 2012 beta 280 Evo, waiting very impatiently to see what happens. I'm sure I'll have a ton of dumb questions. I've watched all of Ryan Youngs instructional videos and a few others and am looking forward to being humbled.