Thanks for the response - I wasn't so clear in my original post sorry. If I got a new Montesa I certainly wouldn't be taking it straight out on a novice section. No way. People would probably laugh at me for a start. I'd be practising as much as I could (even in my garden) to develop basic skills so that a couple of years down the line I could start doing trials, if I wanted to. Even then I might consider a second bike would be a better option than risking my pride and joy!
with that said should I be expecting 2018MY Montesas to be out soon?? Should I pull the trigger now, or wait?
thanks again
As the guy in the video, firstly thank you for admiring my riding. Secondly, I'd agree with a lot with what has been said previously. I can totally sympathise, these Montesas really do look the part. The only thing is they are a fair it to handle, and if you're looking to get into trials in the most comfortable way possible, I'd highly recommend going for a cheaper option. The fact that they're Hondas doesn't really matter unless you want build quality which I believe is second to none (hence why I bought it). Due to the nature of the four stroke doesn't really appeal to everyone as its got that much low end torque it could uproot a tree stump (figuratively speaking), it creates a really hard ride in the wet. Plus they feel heavy compared to other machines so in combination with what I said before, it means hard work.
If you want to have a go at trials, start with something you think is a friendly machine - I'd probably recommend something like a 2 stroke Beta Evo 250. Doesn't matter what year it is at this point. Have a go on one, or any other make, and see what feels the nicest.
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As the guy in the video, firstly thank you for admiring my riding. Secondly, I'd agree with a lot with what has been said previously. I can totally sympathise, these Montesas really do look the part. The only thing is they are a fair it to handle, and if you're looking to get into trials in the most comfortable way possible, I'd highly recommend going for a cheaper option. The fact that they're Hondas doesn't really matter unless you want build quality which I believe is second to none (hence why I bought it). Due to the nature of the four stroke doesn't really appeal to everyone as its got that much low end torque it could uproot a tree stump (figuratively speaking), it creates a really hard ride in the wet. Plus they feel heavy compared to other machines so in combination with what I said before, it means hard work.
If you want to have a go at trials, start with something you think is a friendly machine - I'd probably recommend something like a 2 stroke Beta Evo 250. Doesn't matter what year it is at this point. Have a go on one, or any other make, and see what feels the nicest.
I hope this helps