Donniejn

Some luck. I found a PDF 88 manual and a PDF parts list. Beta__BETA TR34R 260 - 1988 parts.pdf

Thanks for the info. I haven't found it yet but I will.

Yes definitely an 87. I am surprised I was told it was an 88. There were a lot of changes in the next 2 years. Everyone has the same opinion of the clutch. It drags a little but I've had worse. 87 Honda CR 250 to name one. I think 2 stage reeds might help response.

WOW That's the one I have. These are the best pictures I've seen yet. Now I know what she's supposed to look like. Fantastic. I love the look she has. I've seen many pictures of the tr34 with this gas tank but silver forks, tail frame. Etc. It's been very confusing. Thunk you much

Feetupfun You were definitely correct. I was told it was an 88 but after some more research after reading your reply it is definitely an 87. No worries here I'm happy with it. I don't know what or how many changes there are between the two. But it's important for me to ask the right questions for the right year. Thanks much

Well it looks like I'm starting from scratch AGAIN. I've seen many pictures and replies to my questions. I was told this tr34 is a 1988. I received a reply the other day that suggested it is actually a 1987. Well I just found a video of vintage Beta motorcycles and it appears I do have a 1987. I'm not sure how many changes happened between the two years. I hope not much. I've received incredible information and hope for more. My next question is a simple one. Why are the 87, 88 and 89 called replicas?

Thank you for the information. That will be a good project for the weekend. I haven't located a service manual yet. I did manage to get screwed by.All Service Repair Manuals. Charged twice and no manual. You and the other people on this site are a tremendous help and much appreciated.

Thank you she's a smoker at 80 to 1 mix and that is why I believe I have a bad crank seal. I've cleaned out the ex pipe and working on the mufflers. I drained the oil and got 280 cc's. Ofcourse I don't know what it is supposed to hold yet. I've prepared a mix of 70 to 1 with Maxima K2, 97 oct. Non ethanol. I'll try 50 to 1 because I am American and do use everything to excess. And unlike my younger days I believe in factory recommendations. She starts so easily. I hope I don't screw that up.

LOL Agreed That we do.

Love the info. I'll 86 the synthetic transmission oil. The build up in the ex.pipe is huge. It drips everywhere it can. Even out of the port. I will clean the pipe out. With new transmission oil and fuel. I have ethanol free gas but I'm concerned about the ratio. 80 to 1 scares me. What do you think? I'll be using Maxima K2 which recommends 40 to 1

I am assuming. I still have the original fuel in the tank. It is Maxima K2 at 80 to 1 witch sounds insane to me! I haven't changed the transmission oil yet. So I'm just starting the investigation. If you don't mind can you tell me if using a synthetic blend 15w - 40 is a good idea? I have no manual so I'm shooting in the dark with no flash light and a blindfold. Any opinion would be a great help

Wow that explains alot. Thank you. That info matches the pictures I've seen. I'm sorry to hear of clutch trouble. I just recently purchased a used clutch assembly from a 89 tr. The plates are worn but the rest is in beautiful shape. I don't need it for mine but at $55 I couldn't let it go by. In case of breakage. Would it help you? I really don't think I'll ever use it. Let me know. And thanks for the information. It's going to be a good help. Someone has already worked it over. Fork lowers and tail frame are painted red. That has been confusing me.

Hello everyone. I'm 62 and just purchased my first trial's bike. I've been informed that there are three types produced in 1988. Again it's a Beta tr34 260. I found numbers stamped on the left side behind the yoke. Beta B 3 This winter I plan a rebuild. Minor one. She starts cold on second kick. Hot on the first. If I can find parts I believe I need a crank seal ( smoker ) and a top end. However far I get I would like it to be correct. Clear coat or paint? Just to mention one of a hundred questions I have. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Donnie