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Few comments Remember that the D6 class structure is more or less different from the other places of the country. An INT D6 rider is almost always ADV somewhere else. A good D6 INT rider is fine with support. A new to INT class rider should probably go with Clubman. Just my .02 as a former D6 rider that lives in TX. I ride ADV/EX level here and would probably still be INT back in D6.

Why would you tell Danny A that you were going to help with tech? This national is being hosted by CTTA of Austin, not NTTA of Dallas. If you wish to help with the national, please Message me and I will get you in contact with the right person.

Since we are starting to get some questions from people about the location already, I will post a few pieces of basic information to hold people over until the official information is out. Texana Ranch is near Blackwell, TX. Going to google maps and typing "texana ranch" into the search should find it. It is on Ross Rd. There are lots of RV hook ups on site. The information on how to reserve will be provided in the rider info when posted. We encourage people to bring their motorhomes/campers. There is not a whole lot of hotel choices. There is a local hotel in Bronte, TX (14 mi). The camp ground in Robert Lee (26 mi) has some rooms, and there are hotels in Sweetwater, TX (37 mi). There may be others, but a local guy is working on that part. Smokers: No cigarette butts will be permitted on the ground. If the owner catches you, you will be escorted off the property. Bring a bucket with sand to dispose of them if needed. Some will be provided on site. Airports: Midland/Odessa- 155 mi; Dallas/Ft. Worth- 230 mi; Austin- 241 mi; San Antonio- 205 mi. http://texanaoffroad.com/ If there are specific questions, I will be checking this post periodically

They make aftermarket seats. The number of big bike riders riding trials is quite large in TX

I went to college in WV through 2004 and I was the only trials rider for miles. I put on a few MAVT events, but no one else would travel that far, so I stopped doing them in 2007 after 2 years with only 17 riders. The club I joined was in Waynesburg, PA, only about 30 min from Morgantown. The club was called Mason Dixon Riders Association, MDRA. In the past, they have been the motorcycle club that has been involved with Mountainfest. I do not have much contact with them anymore though. They do have about 200 acres to ride on, just over the WV border though. There used to be a few trials riders up near Pittsburgh, but I haven't seen them in years. Other than that, Ohio Valley BSA in Toronto, OH has a few vintage trials guys, and the Trials Inc series holds an event in Toronto also. As of 2009, there were one or two riders in WV looking for people to ride with. Dennis with Overland Trail Cycle Shop would be a good contact up in that area. Hope this helps.

Great job Pat! Go TEAM SHERCO USA!

I put a Mikuni VM24SH round slide on my 123/172 and it is very reliable compared to the Amal.

Smarty Jones Sherco in PA got a 250. Kenny tells me he loves it more than his old bike. My 250 is in the next shipment. Hoping to have it at Tish.

It's everything the 09 was plus: Better stopping power More balanced Lighter front end, which helps increase the bike maneuverability Great motor Easy to turn Looks better in person than the photos show Frame is narrower along the neck than I expected Overall: 2 thumbs up!!

Hi all. I got to spend a little time on the new Sherco down in Kentucky today. I found it to be as much fun as Pat looks like he's having.

Hi, I ride all the local series, at least until I move in November. I suggest a bike in the early 2000 years to begin with, unless you can find a barely used bike that is older. Things are more likely to be worn on old bikes and would require more work to keep it in good running order, hence defeating the purpose of spending less. But you will always want to look for a bike that is well kept. Most of the bikes being run in this area are 2000 and newer, with the exception of the vintage guys. Most series follow the NATC (national) rules. Focus on Section 6. Most other sections of the rule book do not apply to local events. No section time limits either. http://www.natctrials.org/ Click on Rules to the left.

I'm waiting to see Chase and Logan battle it out in the HS class one of these days. Logan was trying to get back down to TTC for the Youth National, but I guess things didn't quite work out for that. He has grown literally and as a rider so much in the past 2 years. Astonishing part about it is there are a few more coming up through the ranks in D6 that are following right in Logan's footsteps. He will certainly be a good contender in any class he rides. Hopefully he will ride HS before the season is done.

Just make sure you don't get oil on your brakes. If I change the fork oil with the front wheel on (I'm small, taking the front wheel off alone is tough), I put cling wrap around the brake disc, etc. (Hey, don't laugh, it works) Otherwise, take the front wheel off. Then take the caps off the fork legs, then take the drain plugs out.

I suggest getting your hands on another carb, and see if the bike has the same issues with that one on. If not, then you know its the carb. I had a similar problem with my 07. I think it was the needle and seat (seed?) that was bad. I put on a carb from another Sherco and it ran fine. I got lucky and got another carb, so I never was 100% sure the needle and seat combo was the problem, but I think that was it.

I use the light weight Maxima 75wt

In case the bark busters bust. http://www.sixsixone.com/Catalog_661Moto.a...36-5bc49787fa11 Yes, that's carbon fiber over the knuckles.

More has also been posted on AMA http://www.amadirectlink.com/news/story.asp?id=775 and http://www.amadirectlink.com/news/story.asp?id=778

Cope take his training wheels off?? Never.

For those of you not aware of the update/progress. April 2, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Pete terHorst Phone: (877) 877-8969 E-mail: peter.terhorst@sympoint.com Digital images available upon request CPSC staff recommends against exempting children's dirt bikes and ATVs from strict anti-lead law PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The staff of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is recommending that the agency refuse to grant an exemption for youth-model off-road motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATV) from a new anti-lead law, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports. The law, the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) that took effect in February, has stopped the sale of dirt bikes and ATVs for children 12 or under. The law was meant to protect children from dangerous levels of lead in toys, but it was written so broadly that it also governs such things as children's books, clothes, motorcycles and ATVs. Under the CPSIA, all youth products containing lead must have less than 600 parts per million by weight. The CPSC has interpreted the law to apply to various components of youth-sized off-highway vehicles (OHV) including the engine, brakes, suspension, battery and other mechanical parts. Even though the lead levels in these parts are small, they are still above the minimum threshold. The CPSC staff admits that the risk of exposure to lead from OHVs is relatively low. But the staff told the commissioners that the law is written so strictly that no lead absorption into the body is allowed. As a result, motorcycles and ATVs shouldn't be exempt from the law. In light of this new recommendation, Ed Moreland, AMA vice president of government relations, is urging all motorcyclists and ATV riders to contact their U.S. Senate and House members. Moreland wants riders to ask their lawmakers to support letters being circulated on Capitol Hill that ask the CPSC to grant exemptions from the lead law for kids' dirt bikes and ATVs. "The CPSC is expected to vote on the staff recommendation soon," Moreland said, "so motorcyclists and ATV riders need to contact their federal lawmakers now." Moreland added that riders should also tell Congress to support two bills aimed at righting this oversight: H.R. 1587 and S. 608. The easiest way to take action is by visiting www.AmericanMotorcyclist.com, clicking on the "Rights" section and then "Issues and Legislation." AMA members will also find a card in the May issue of American Motorcyclist addressed to the CPSC that they can mail. Interested parties can also sign up in the "Rights" section to get e-mail Action Alerts to keep abreast of issues threatening motorcycling and ATV riding, and to take action.

I got some Exid pants from Sammy Miller online last year. I believe they have better padding than many. I have Jitsie that are a couple years old, no padding in those.

I got an email forwarded from a local dealer with a similar letter, the topic was OSET bikes. So, it appears to be true. I filled out the Tomself letter last night. I hope that filling it out will make a difference. I hope that everyone does the equivalent. The biggest reminder in my head that gives me the hope that they will exempt the ban from off-road bikes is what happened when they tried to ban off-road riding here in the county I live in. Last year, the county council tried to ban any off-road vehicle use on any property less than 5 acres, and limited times of use on property over 5 acres. When word got out, a website similar to the tomself site was created. Anyone who filled out the web form automatically sent an email to their council representative. A newspaper article shortly thereafter stated that the response on the site was overwhelming several council members reported episodes of blackberry and email crashing due to the large volume of response (some as many as 10k per day). Needless to say, the council member who originally proposed the bill withdrew it. So, email away my friends...

I went from a 2001 290 to a 2007 250 and the change was AMAZING! I thoroughly enjoyed my 07. I know the 01 has a similar frame through 05. And the frame changed in 06. With the frame being similar in 07. I heard there was a slight fault in the 2006 frame geometry, but it was fixed in the 07. It had something to do with the turning radius not being as tight. But you should like it. I just bought an 09 250. Its working good.

Mid Atlantic- Well, today it finally got above 40, so I was out on the bike from about 430 to dark. We had our first couple inches of snow Monday, but yesterday got above freezing. Combined with temps today, there wasn't too much snow left. I rarely get out unless it got above 40. My lil fingers just can't handle the cold levers otherwise. (My hands are REALLY small) Did manage to wipe out in the driveway though. Black ice is nasty stuff. Tomorrow is looking fairly good for riding also. After that, its back into the 20s for a little while. I get to go to San Antonio in March though. I noticed there is a TX event in Houston...

The same reason they make up rules any other time, they don't want trials riders to win.

I am a little disappointed also. Seems like the coverage and photos have declined for all of trials the past few years. It's like we need to try designating someone to take photos and post somewhere. I know there were people taking photos. And the results are normally typed into the computer as riders complete.