outlaw dave

Not exactly on topic - But I thought I would mention to all our friends from South of the border, that we have the first two rounds of the WTC ( World Trials Canada) Championship on the May 21st long weekend, at Summerland BC - this is a beautiful spot in the Okanagan Valley. ( just North of the border) There are no hidden fees or clubs to join - you just show up & pay the entry - $30 per day or $50 for both. - this also part of our Outlaw Series which has been going on for the past 24 years and the vintage (twin shock) event will run on the Monday. - for further details you can email daverhodes@shaw.ca

His name is David Johnson and he now lives in Calgary Alberta Canada

Welcome to the forum - You are at the other end of the Country from me, but you can email me or whatever for info on the Yamaha TY - Great bikes in their time. Outlaw Dave

The Mikuni mod works just fine for stopping "Leakage" - contact John Lampkin or email me for further details - we have done lots of them over here in Western Canada.

Trials Canada was down because of new computers being installed - should be back up soon.

We are just North of you in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, and suggest you contact Beta USA - they should be able to help you There is also a dealer near the border in Elko BC - Shoot me an email if you need more info: Outlaw Dave

The Vancouver Motorcycle Show started today January 20th, at the Tradex Center near Abbotsford BC. Trials fans can see all the latest bikes, and also a Trials demo on Saturday & Sunday. Mountain Motorcycle will have a big display as usual, showing all the latest Trials and Enduro bikes from Beta and Sherco. - Outlaw Dave will also be on hand on Saturday to help out, plus answer any questions on the upcoming May long weekend, WEC National Trial.

Totally agree Billy - Head banging music spoils many tapes - I shut off the speakers. Sadly you also find this now happening on Formula One and Moto GP.

When it comes to choosing what bike to ride, it really depends on what "Turns you on" - Most people who ride the vintage bikes do so because they love the nostalgia of the old machines, they spend hours on "fettling" to improve the way they perform, this often includes fitting new style 2 ply tires ( the old bikes had 4 ply) and higher Renthal handlebars, plus moving the footpeg position. Although this class is small in Canada, it's huge in other parts of the World. Being twenty years older than Copetech, I remember most of the bikes from Yesteryear, and while they can't be compared to the specialized models of today - back then they were the very best. If it's just a case of money, the TY mono would be an excellent choice, as these can be picked up fairly cheaply. - Whatever you buy, make sure it's in good condition and get an experienced rider ( like Steve Fracy) to give you some pointers. Parts for most of the old bikes are still available, and we can help in this regard, but only you can decide on which route to take. If you would like to see some videos of the old bikes in action, we can supply them free of charge, just send me an email via this website. Happy New Year Outlaw Dave

Been dealing with Bill brown for about 20 years on & off - No problems at all with the quality - The new Trials stuff is standing up well, with no come-backs on the gear or Helmets. Great people to do business with. - Lots of this will be "under the Tree" on December 25th. Outlaw Dave

I think you've got a 2005 - rear fender on 06 was black.

Coming from the land of the great snows !! (Canada) Pull a tall gear and ride a bike with lots of torque like a 290 Beta Evo.

Watched this great video again yesterday - rather than look out the window at the snow - I think this is by far the best Scottish tape in my collection, and I've got a lot. Well done to the lads who made it and I look forward to getting another one in 2011. - I have heard there are at least two Canadians entered for the 100th year event.

This is a very good topic and some sound advice from people who have been around for a long time - I especially liked the comments by jse, regarding keeping the sections wide with multi lines where possible to make the rider "Think" We have similar problems in Canada, with many events proving to be too difficult for the lower classes. - Pre-Entry as in the UK would help, but has never really worked up here. - I've been setting up Trials for 40 years in Canada, and like to jokingly say "One day I'll get it right" - Good luck to everybody taking the time and making the effort - my planning for an event starts in my head - thinking about the loop, thinking about the sections, before I even go out on the bike. - Even after setting everything up, I often go around to double check the difficulty and ease up some sections. - I try to keep Junior sections fairly "Straight" - not too many tight turns - give them lots of room - as Ishy said - riders might say they had fun, but if they have struggled all day, they are unlikely to be back.

Willie - Stan will not be competing in Scotland next year - I spoke to him a short time ago, before he left for his winter vacation in Mexico, and he confirmed this. - He will however, be back to ride our National event in Summerland next May.

The WEC Canadian Trials Championship locations have been finalized for 2011, with Rounds One & Two being held in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia in May, and Rounds Three & Four at a Ski Resort near Montreal(Quebec)in July. Further details will be posted in the New Year.

Could be the float needle - sometimes they "Varnish up" & don't close properly easy fix by lapping in the needle very carefully.

Lots of 09's sold in Canada and NO issues at all - maybe we got the later models.

Try using a Non-Synthetic oil - some full Synthetics will cause clutch slip Do you have enough free play at the clutch lever?

Neat stuff - reminds me of some of our Mountain rides in British Columbia (Andy has pics of one Joss Mountain trip on the Canada section) Thanks for posting Outlaw Dave

Could be pilot jet plugged or too small

Well said Jon - Every organizer should promote, promote, promote.

Yes Stan is still around - rides mostly on the West Coast - spends his winters in Mexico - may ride the Scottish again in 2011

The 2010 Outlaw Trial is now in the History books - The 23rd running of this annual event saw 45 riders out on the two days of action in the Okanagan Valley, near Summerland BC. With the Vintage on Saturday, and the Modern on Sunday. The 20km loops on Sunday, had two loops of 20 sections for Expert/Advanced riders, and 15 x2 for the other classes. - An early morning rain shower made the rocks slippery, but they dried out for the second loop. Brandon Wince of Kelowna beat out Stan Bakgaard for the Expert win on the tie break, with Steve Foord in third place. Full results can be seen by clicking on www.trialscanada.com.