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We moved from an OSSA TR300i to a Vertigo Combat 2017 then on to a Fajardo 300. The fuel consumption has not been an issue. I wouldn't say the Vertigo drinks any more than any other bike we have had. We weren't that happy with the map on the Combat. It seemed a bit weak despite the factory sending a guy to remap it. The Fajardo is rather good but My Son just feels the engine has too much engine braking, a problem the OSSA never suffered from. The upshot is that My Son will be buying a TRS or Gas Gas which is a pain because the Ossa and Vertigo are that much better to maintain regarding Air filters and airbox cleaning. If the OSSA was still around and being developed we would definitely be buying another. We only had one Problem which was down to needing a TPS reset. One thing I haven't mentioned is that we use Shell V-Power 99RON fuel and have done for a while. It tames any pinking.

Just seen that he passed away on the 1st February. Previously imported Scorpa on the back of a very successful Trials Career he will also be remembered as the co-promoter with Martin Lampkin of the Sheffield Indoor. RIP

Looks like Tale wagging dog again. Another case of if you don't play by my rules...

How easy is the adjustment?? We had a 2015 Jotagas and that was a pain in the neck to get right!!!

Just seen that Richard died today. He'd been fighting Cancer for a while. No further details as yet, RIP Richard.

Can't say I'm enthused by the Venue. Miles away though Hostile Police territory. Even though the Tunnel exists under the Conwy its not a pleasant drive and the weather is awkward at the best. I also gather from BTCC forums that the approach roads are a bit dodgy. The same could be said for Addingham but it is much easier to get to.

Delightful video of result of Kieran Child getting into one of those streams on Facebook. Not a good time of year to pick up a second hand bike!! (Honest Guv, one owner and its only done one trial......)

The Info we have is that the Front pipe on the 2019 Vertical is a steel version of the Fajardo's and the Standard mapping is similar. The DL12 has a flatter response that Chris does not like. The Rear Suspension is also a derivative of the Fajardo but with a less adjustable Reiger. Given the Spec of the standard Vertical Chris has been a bit reluctant to pull the trigger and order the new Bike. The tyres are Dunlops and He is used to the X-Lite. The Tech forks aren't the uprated ones either. Essentially he is looking for the bike with Renthal Bars, Michelin tyres, The Gold Tech forks, Uprated Reiger, Titanium Pipe and the Get ECU. Sort of a 2019 Ice Hell.

Did you get this sorted?? If Not Chris is hoping to be at the next West Leeds Trial so it might be worth a chat. As for the DL12 it's a bike to do the Scott and Scottish. The Farjardo is a bike suited to more Modern Trials and designed to react. The Engine is pretty much spot on for most trials on a weekend. We do know of a few people who have the DL12 but they are altering the engine to be more "Fajardo".

Chris has had a few Boots in his time and is buying a New Pair of Sidi Trials Zero Raga replicas to replace his old Sidi Trials zero Raga replicas. The only downside his the sole is not replaceable.

I believe the Market is elsewhere hence why they are building them. Personally A Beta 80 rival would be a better bet in the UK. They have however brought out a 125cc Fi model which to me brings the Age profile down a lot more effectively.

As far as I understand it Vertigo paid Arnau Farre's contract for the whole year despite his injury. Can't see much money grabbing about it. The whole Rider market could be described as money grabbing though lots of deals and contracts seem to mean little.

Got to admit a sharing platform for GET maps is a good idea. Like a stopped clock you can be right some of the time...............

Always happens. Some decide they don't like them, others its an impulse purchase or chasing their youth. Some people just like to try the latest thing and go back to their old favourite. My son tries to change once a year. Given the "Special" this year wasn't the bike he likes to ride he'll be waiting to see if the 2019 is close and tweak it.

Only way to tell is to ride them. Chris always goes for the 300 as he prefers to have the oomph available and he can control the Power on the throttle. He warms the bike up using the softer maps before riding on Map 1 and 4 once the bike is warm. They do engine brake but the newer the model the less they do it. Latest is that it can be dialled out if you use the App and the Get injection. The original Camos were a bit more temperamental but the later the better. The Ice Hell is slightly better balanced, The Fajardo is a great bike if you like throwing it around and the engine mapping moved the game on, the DL replica is better if you are a steady rider. The engines a bit flat for my son. They are pretty reliable but you still need to maintain the usual suspects, bearings, pads etc.

The Trial today at Post Hill has had to be cancelled. They have been unable to find course markers available to mark the Trial out.

Given you are based in Europe I'd stick to 125 bikes as The FIM make the rules here and 125 is in the rules for anybody up to 16 years old. As a thirteen year old he should be challenged enough until he gets the hangs of it!. If you have a Gas Gas then the 125 version is a good bike being flickable revvy and it feels light to a young rider. You'll have the bits already and it's just a matter of finding a good one if you follow the second hand route.

Check to see if there is an Iridium Alternative. They can stand the heat and will last longer.

Various Facebook posts tend to indicate that Cabastaney has parted ways with Sherco.

??? http://www.getdata.it/data/documentation/sito/Gestione_motore/WIFICOM/Manuali/GD_MUP_0003_AC.pdf

Does the ride include the BTC? The Montesa Has not proven to be that effective unless Bou is riding.

Seems a retrograde step to me. Probably about staying in WTC and costs rather than the better ride.

We switched at the last change to the Castrol Transmax Z as Chris was losing clutch feel as the oil warmed. Not had any problems since. Helpful it's longevity seems to be good.

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Looks good. Would need to clear the Side door of the Primastar but what I had in mind.