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Wow! You get some terrific glue these days! What do you use to prise the tyres off the floor?

Dave Thanks for the reply. Where is the best place to buy the Ryan Leech DVD? Gordon

Thanks for the reply Will give that a shot

Hi all I have recently bought a trials bicycle to practise balance and improve my fitness. This will be a good laugh to anyone watching, as I'm old, fat and clueless! Still, got to start somewhere. Can anyone recommend any good videos/articles relating to bike trials. In particular, training and techniques. Thanks in advance

I've had a number of vans for work. Currently I have a 2004 Hiace and a 2010 Vito. The Toyota has 200k on it and has had no issues. It is still on the original clutch! This is the reason they are sold quickly! Considering purchase price, reliability and service/repair costs. The Toyota is the best value in my opinion.

I have 2010 Vito and 2004 Hiace. Hiace has done 200000 miles. Never had a fault. Brilliant, no rust. Basic reliable, fantastic value. Vito has been remapped, drives good. Looks and feels more modern. For me. Hiace for work and serious use. Merc for pleasure. Tried Fords and LDV before. Never again.

Intersting point in this weeks MCN regarding lefties. Eugene Laverty (Worls Supersport rider) commented that he feels that being left handed helped him. He quoted the following road racing world champions as left handed: Wayne Gardner Kevin Schwantz Freddie Spencer Wayne Rainey Mick Doohan Carl Fogarty Valentino Rossi Coincidence or what?

Are you going to tie it around yer waist......I thought you was trying to protect yer thighs ? tongue.gif Just an update. Got some Animal impact shorts. That's the a*se, thighs and hips covered. (And that's a LOT to cover) smile.gif Looking at body protection now. Saw another rider using 661 mountain bike gear, looked quite good. Anyone else use this?

Just bought a UFO jacket from Ebay. Will let you know how it works. Cheap, so if it is unsuitable it will not be a great loss.

I have had a Hiace D4D for 4 years and 180000 miles. No problems mechanical, or electrical. No rust. Still starts and runs like new. I also have a 2010 vito. Comfy, quick and economical. Too early to say if the rust problems are a thing of the past. Hope this helps.

Just an update. Got some Animal impact shorts. That's the a*se, thighs and hips covered. (And that's a LOT to cover) Looking at body protection now. Saw another rider using 661 mountain bike gear, looked quite good. Anyone else use this?

Tried that zippy. Didn't work!

Thanks for that! Expensive but no doubt good. I was looking for a good compromise of flexibility and protection. Any other ideas, veiws out there?

I managed to do a comedy fall onto a boulder at walking pace. I was practicing alone and landed on the top of my right thigh. The entire length of the thigh swole up and it was difficult to walk, let alone ride. As a result I have lost a weeks riding time. What are your thoughts on impact gear? I was looking at some of the mtb, snowboarding and rugby stuff, as it appears a good compromise between protection and flexibility. Any comments, recomedations etc would be great. Thanks Gordon

I can confirm that the floats can be fitted the wrong way!

Hi Just bought a 1998 315. New to Montesa so is there anything in particular I should look out for? Any info on where to purchase parts etc would be appreciated. Or are there any essential or worthwhile mods to be made? Thanks Gordon

Hi again, Replaced the needle and the main. The main was a 120 replaced with a 114. The pilot was also changed for a 36. I could not make out what had been fitted. The difference is amazing. The bike is much crisper off idle and ticks over and starts a little easier. I had wondered what everyone was saying about the 280 having a sharp power delivery, now I know! At least it is predictable. Many thanks to all. Gordon

Jon Thanks for the info. I will try Dellorto UK to see if I can order new jets and needles. Gordon

Hi all Can anyone advise where to buy the correct needle and jets for the above? It has the standard Delorto carb fitted. Or a good spare carb? Thanks Gordon

Booked the course. Brilliant day, would recomend to anyone. Mike Woods, has a relaxed informative style. I on the other hand, have no style! Great fun, learned loads, looking forward to part 2!

Hi there Looking for some training as I'm new to this trials game. Can anyone recomend a trials training company or school. I live in Fife, near Edinburgh but would be willing to travel. Also can anyone recomend a practice area in Fife, Kinross or Lothians? Hoping to do my first trial soon, but really need some practice and training.

Hi Found the Webcon website. Prices seem reasonable for new carbs. Are there any markings I can note on the carb and or jets? Is there any benefit, for a new rider, in reducing the carb size to inprove low end performance? Sorry for all the questions, but as you can gather I'm new to trials. Gordon

Hi Thought I may have seen some on Ebay recently. Have you given that a go yet? Gordon

Sorry lads, forgot to mention location. I live in Scotland,

Hi Does anyone know where I can purchase a replacement carb for my txt 280 02 edition? Good 2nd hand or new required. Thanks Gordon