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Just an opinion of mine, The US has historically enjoyed motor sports that are high speed or huge air or both (supercross). Trials for the most part is slow and precise. The youngsters that ride bikes like the speed and adrenaline of moto X, Enduro, etc....As the riders age (I have heard this next statement from many trials riders older than 25) they say "I am tired of big crashes, getting hurt, and rebuilding my bike every 6mos to a year. So they enter trials. When they do start riding trials these riders are having such a good time and enjoying the camaraderie of the trials community that they wish they had done it sooner. I don't know how many riders the previous statement actually applies to but it does apply to some, maybe that is why we don't have as many youngsters as other motor sports. As for attendance at Nationals..........I don't know, I only attended 2 rounds (same weekend) so far (had a great time, I can still hear the guy behind me waiting for our names to be called to start on Sat. He said "That guy is wearing SHORTS! HAHAHA" And watching the PROs hit HUGE splatters was definitely a treat.)

Doesn't really show the actual routing of the air filter and carb. A fuel pump could just be one more thing to go bad in the middle of a section. HMMMM only time, and riding will show how it performs.

I am right handed therefore right hand kickstart feels correct. Would be interesting to hear from the left handed group of riders what their opinions are.

Swooshdave, if ya look real close at the rider in that screen shot...........He has exactly the same traction inducing weight hanging over his belt that I've got!! and I got something in common!

Yep Biff they got your crash style down perfectly!!! I like it and hopefully they have a trials bike as one of the "unlockable" bikes. I would like to see a trials game for the Wii. Could be awesome, hold the controls like holding handlebars, twist the Wii remote like the throttle and the B button on remote could be front brake and the Z button on chuck could be clutch.

Got news for ya Copey...........He ain't the only one, most everybody does. Again, I must say Mucho respect for the Pro rider's abilities and a speedy recovery for Will. (Somebody needs to explain to his bike how to be nicer to it's rider)

It is unfortunate that he is injured. Some of the things them PRO class riders go up and down, all I gotta say is they got a mighty amount of Testicular Fortitude. I wish Will a speedy recovery, (well as speedy as this injury will allow). All I hope is that he allows himself to heal COMPLETELY before resuming riding at that level. Don't rush yourself Will. I think it is pretty common for trials riders to get about 90% healed up and then we start to think "I feel pretty good....and geez it has been soooo long since I rode my bike".........But we as a group just ain't quite right in the head anyways.

Sometimes the easiest fixes drives one the craziest...............My riding lawnmower was having all kinds of weird problems, stalling, would stall if brake was released, stall if tried to use the blades........after 3 days of fiddling and swearing, it turned out all it needed was a new battery!! Good to hear it is fixed ENJOY!!!!!

HEY COPEY!!!!!

like Copemech suggested pull the vent hose off and see if that makes a difference. I am not sure if yours has the vent valve in the gas tank cap like mine does. But if that is not working properly may cause frustration. If pulling hose off does not work try loosening the tank cap to allow pressure equalization. OR BFH (won't help the bike but you will feel better)

I assume much is dependent on $$$$$$$$. So if somebody can convince a major sponsor that it would be worth their time and $$$$$ to get their product name on a trials bike and rider that would definitely help. Red Bull loves the "Extreme Sport" thing maybe a little $$$$ from them could be sent the way of US trials riders.

If it was the Woodruff key you should have seen it sheared off when you had the Flywheel off.

Good luck Hope you get it sorted, My 2000 2.9 is was bought second hand, sometimes the worst part is getting the bike set up for the way you ride it.

try disconnecting the kill switch. Then just use rear brake to stall out the bike when you want to shut it down. It will at least help decide if the switch is the problem, cheaper than replacing CDI.

GOOD LUCK DUDE!!!!!!!

I am assuming that this bike has been purchased used. Is it possible that the previous owner removed the positioning bolt on purpose and then adjusted the push rod that enters the master cylinder so that the brake functions properly? If that is the case when you put the positioning bolt back in you have in effect pushed the engagement rod farther into the master cylinder causing the brake to be applied. After you get the pedal in the position that you prefer for your foot, try adjusting the engagement rod that goes into the master cylinder to see if that will fix the problem. Just a thought.

Use zip ties (plastic cable ties) to secure mudguard to bike instead of bolts. when crashing the zip ties break and mud guard stays nice. Unless of course it is big crash, then ya just gotta hope. My $.02

This would be the reason I married my High School sweetheart. I found a pretty lady that would pay attention to me and was also dumb enough......cough cough I mean kind enough to look past my faults and love me for the good things I have to offer. So I stuck a ring on her finger and kept her. (she really is basically an angel to be able to put up with me) As for the bikes......Hmmmmmmmm. I know some swear by the Gassers others Shercos. Buddy has an 04 300 Gasser, he has had some bits and pieces break but I am not sure if that is bike related or rider related. The Sherco may have been given new tires just as a selling point. I would lean toward the Sherco if you can swing the cash. But in your budget range I think the gasser would be a good choice also. I just don't personally like the Beta's, I don't know why just think they are weird, also cannot remove fuel tank to work on engine or radiator.. All trials bikes have their quirks (read different bits that tend to break) but if they are all looked after properly then generally they are all pretty robust. Just my 2 cents,

I think it was Bill...............Listening to George W. speeches I would not be surprised if he inhaled

That was REALLY FUN!!!! The campground was nice to have right next to the trials property. It was nice that showers were available, When I went to dinner Sat. night I am sure the other customers appreciated it also. I actually took 2nd place in Advanced on Saturday, (there was even more than 2 riders that day) On Sat. I had a really cool looking "over the bars moment" So Sat. night I celebrated my 2nd place achievement I strongly suggest not riding a trials event with a hangover. Sunday started out a bit rough for me, but halfway through I started to feel better. Sunday I lived up to my usual points accumulation and took 4th place. OK there were only 4 riders in Advanced on Sunday. Good Event Mid-Michigan

Yea like that's gonna happen.............we all know my feet are allergic to footpegs.

I know amazing isn't it. I am still in shock

WOO HOO!!!!!!!!! ZIPPY WILL BE THERE SATURDAY MORNING AND STAYING FOR SUNDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (I am a little excited....can ya tell?)

Well, I think it will be just "10". Just like every Sherco ever made was a 10!!!