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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!!!

Two-Strokes have been used in musical composition before. 2 smoke rockin Love the solo at 1:39 OK in a typical WTC section riders are allowed 1 minder now, is that correct? so if you add a Pianist that is one more available minder!!!! Great now the debate is not going to be "No Stop vs. Stop and Hop" it will be "Baby Grand vs. Keyboard/Synthesizer" It's all GOOD!

And hopefully you will make it to "Old and Dumb", and still riding!! OH and I know you can make it up that 12 foot vertical cliff with no run at it.!!! I'll catch your bike for ya!!

oh you were referring to THAT Michael. You see here I am showing my complete inability to stay updated with any current events, I thought you were referring to a friend of yours whose name was Michael, not the famed Jackson. I will now crawl back into my dark corner of the basement where the only contact I have with the outside world is TC and whatever the Wife tells me. I are a real Doofus some days. I really should not have a and then reply to anything on here. On Edit: He was one REALLY STRANGE man

It is unfortunate that Michael has passed on. The Tatt looks well done. I am curious Cope as to the meaning behind the said Black Flaming Balls Of Cherries! As usual I are confused. Also how would it p*** off others?

Well, the trials project bike is taking shape. Good luck hope it works out. Too bad about the Bandit.

Biff, Yep definitely an EXCELLENT story!! Hey I resemble that remark. That was a fun day..... I still have one of those 4 wheelers, little 1986 Yamaha YFM80, no suspension, 4 speed no clutch, only has rear brakes. Goes over a good size log, I have ridden a few Novice lines with it, Way more fun than a 36 yr old should have. (oh I think it has an oil leak now......go figure) Biff, I need help getting the Chevy truck to do a wheelie, any suggestions?

OK let's put it this way then............ If all these ideas have been applied before and nothing is actually a new idea anymore....... Why such an outcry and negative responses to the Xispa? (Many of these when there was only a single developmental bike) But back to the 2010 Sherco, should be an interesting machine if all these changes are actually done.

My riding mower does REALLY good wheelies!!! got a hydrostatic drive basically I just do a reverse slammy! drive is done with one lever push forward go forward pull back go back. So for wheelie go full speed reverse then slam the lever forward and instantly looking at sky!!

Atom, I like the way you think regarding the paintwork. HMMMMMMMMm,,,, I think a pic of mower rolling over and chopping me to bits might be gruesome enough. Now Who wants to take the Picture to put on bike?

Atom, now you have seen the most current Graphic scheme. Oh and I do the lawn mowing, gets me out of house away from kids. Riding lawn mower is loads of fun doing the banks of the ditch. Neighbors think I am nuts leaning half off the mower on the up hill side to keep from rolling over.

Then it would cut itself very stylish

Good Luck to the Lad, Hope he has a very positive experience.................. And HAVE FUN......

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