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What about the power, is it less aggressive than (any given) 2T 300, which would be way too much for me, or is it more manageable being a 4T? I guess Im trying to find out if a 300 4T would be too much for me, I know there no way on Earth I would want a 300 2t, I wouldn't buy anything bigger than a 250 and probably a 200 if I could find one. But with 4 strokes there isn't the choice as far as I can see. Is that because they are less 'pokey' than the 2 strokes?

Good Afternoon, I’ve been advised elsewhere on here that fitting a larger clutch slave cylinder to my Rev3 250 would help with the ‘light switch’ on/off clutch. I’ve done a quick look around the web and come up with nowt, can anyone advise where I might find such a thing? Or what specifically I looking for? Thanks.

Thank you, thats really helpful info 👍

Sounds like a great bike 👍

That does sound sensible… I didn’t know you could do that to the clutch which is my main gripe. Any idea where I can find out more on this? Thanks for the tip 👍

Actually no, I did the cleaning up the fibre plates and filing the tabs but didn’t do anything to the basket itself. So are you saying that all the hydraulic trials bike clutches are the same and just as ‘jerky’? I want to update the bike anyway but it’s interesting that there might not be much difference?

Ah yes, the little TY125. Forgot about that, I think they can be kitted up as well. Interesting what you say about the 300 4T, what did you move on to?

Evening all, Just trawling the internet looking at new and new/used bikes and getting a bit bewildered (it’s not difficult!) As I am now a seasoned rider (!) of some four months I want to upgrade my bike so I just thought I’d share this and see if anyone has any interesting input. I bought a Rev3 250 to get going and see if I liked it but I’m hooked and I’d like something newer really. I’d also quite like a 4 stroke, no real reason I just like the sound of them and I like the idea of low end low rev grunt, I always liked that in other bikes I’ve had. And hopefully they’re a bit quieter for practicing at home. If I haven’t missed anything, I think that means Montesa 260/300, Beta 300 or Tenaci-Wong 200 for new and add in Beta 250 if a few years old? Now I’m very much a ‘wobbler’ having only half a dozen trials and a few hours practice under my belt and I know only too well that a 300 2 stroke of any type would be far more bike than I need and would spit me off in an instant (been there). But does the same apply for the 4 stroke bikes? Really, I want something that’s smooth and progressive with hopefully a nice smooth clutch rather than the ‘light switch’ I have on the Rev3 (yes, I have done the Beta clutch fix, twice! And filled it with Nano Trans…. It’s still pretty shocking) Has anyone tried a Tenaci-Wong and are they any good apart from the suspect name? They’re certainly well priced. Would be good to hear some views on the above, the alternative is to get a newer 2T I guess but then there’s a whole other load of things to consider. Short of a Beta 200 Evo, which I would buy (if I bought a 2T) but cant find anywhere, I have no idea how to choose between the different brands…. Although I’d probably select something with a right hand kicker…. Rambling on a bit, fancy a four stroke, haven’t got the opportunity to try them all out really….. but if I’m going to spend a few quid I want to buy something I’ll keep for some time. ‘

That’s awesome, thank you 👍

Afternoon, Can anyone point me toward instructions on how to change the fork oil on 2008 Rev 3 250 please? Cant seem to find any info online and haven’t done it before, thanks.

I’ve had a look around and can only find the S3 heads for the Evo - Is the top end the same on the Rev3?

I’d heard that about the newer Evo 200’s, someone wrote a post saying the brand new ones are ruined (in his opinion) as they have completely lost their mellow nature. I’ve ordered a 10 tooth front sprocket, for the sake of £15 I though it was worth a go. I’ve learned not to use first gear anyway as it just seems too low, I realise this will make it even lower but I’ll see how second is with it, which is what I normally use mainly, or possibly third if it makes second too lively. I will also look into retarding the timing, again an easy reversal if I don’t like it before changing heads and base gaskets. I will look into the S3 head though as I wasn’t aware of it before. If going down one tooth on the front doesn’t make sufficient difference I guess I could also try going up one on the rear (with the original 11 tooth front) to 42 which would then be the same sizes as a 200 has as standard, albeit I expect being a 250 it still wouldn’t be quite the same.

So are you saying there’s nothing that will achieve what I’m hoping to do? What would you suggest?

That’s a good idea, hadn’t thought of that…. I’ll give it a try, thanks 👍

Thanks…. I already have the slow throttle and flywheel weight. I’d be interested to know the best way to reduce the compression maybe. It’s only really until I get more used to it, I feel I would rather learn and then go after more power when I need it rather than trying to learn techniques with more power than I need if that makes sense…

Hi Guys and Gals, Can anyone tell me what the real world riding difference is between a 200 and a 250 Rev 3? I’m new to the sport and searched for a 200 but none were about so I ended up with a 250. I have read that the 200’s, either Rev 3 or Evo are the ‘holy grail’ for the beginner Clubman rider with the ideal spread of power etc. Is there a big difference between the two? And if so are there sensible alterations I can do to the 250 to make it more like a 200 to ride? I ask this because at my standard I don’t need the power it has and in some ways it would be helpful to have less so I can master technique without worrying about the bike getting away from me so much. I have already fitted a slow throttle. I’d be grateful for any insight on this.

Thanks…. I’ve got myself a paddock to practice in so will be doing that 👍

Yes, that’s the one. Thanks for letting me know.

I think I’m getting it now…. There I was thinking it was partly a hardware issue but I wasn’t seeing the full picture. I’m going to join a club that’s not too far way that has a practice ground and will get some lessons as soon as I can - it will be great if I can find someone this end of the country but my guess is I will have to travel. Thanks for your comments 👍

Does anyone know what the going is like at Park Farm, Hook Norton? There’s a trial there next weekend, I just wanted to get an idea on what it’s like, ie flat, hilly, boggy, easy, difficult etc. Many thanks.

Sounds like fun 👍

I totally get it…. I’m sure I can find somewhere round here to try it on my pushbike with all the HS2 stuff going on. I think that’s a great idea 👍

That’s really helpful, thanks 🙄

Thats a good idea 👍