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I usually go with 450cc.

They will be using Michelin Lights but they don't have to buy them grnerally. For those of us that do the X11 is as good just not as light.

Unfortunately there isn't a picture but they do fit!!! http://www.trialsuk.co.uk/products/trick-bits-gas-gas-txt-pro-radiator-side-covers

Well Ossa employed Fajardo. I suspect they don't have "BIG" money so Bou, Raga and Cabastany even if contracts were not already in place would be out of reach. Fuji is contracted but is coming to the end of his career and Montesa seem puzzled as to who to replace him with. I doubt OSSA would go back to Fajardo he would see that as being burnt twice so where does that leave them. I'd say Pol Tarres will get a shot on the JTG in the Worlds next year and Oliveras will be on the OSSA. I don't see any upcoming Juniors being an option for the factories. If Beta want to retain two riders that leaves DIbs, Jack Challoner and Brown. I don't see Wiggy wanting to move off the Gas Gas until he is really back on form and Jack Shepherd falls into the Junior category at the moment.

Sounds like Fajardo or more likely certain Spanish Media "Sour Grapes" to me. Trials isn't that easy to ride "team orders" beyond getting your teammate to try the section first. Fuji seems to do that for Bou these days. Dibs was in front and rode the sections better than Fajardo. It's more a case of Fajardo not being able to ride at that level for two days. Also given Dibs contract was signed first and he has support from Beta UK I doubt that Beta COULD implement team orders. That could change given contract renewal is coming up. It has to be pointed out that the top 6 or 7 riders are pretty set at the moment. Bou rarely fails, Raga and Cabestany generally are the ones to get the next places. That leaves Fajardo as more consistant but still fighting with the Brits and occasionally Oliveras over the remaining places. Ossa could look at Dibs as a rider that would consistantly get them a top five and the same could be said of Jotagas. The riders coming up from the Junior series are not picked up until they have proved they can the Championship or have to fund themselves. It has to be said that the Spanish Federation do help but they don't get very long before the funding goes. Oliveras is a case in point. He gave up and got the OSSA ride as he was the only rider about when Fajardo jumped ship, (literally he was employed by OSSA on the technical side).

Usually OK, might be a bit "Flatter" than usual but unless you are "flat out" everywhere you will not see the difference.

Front is usually OK so concentrate on the rear. I'd go IRC or Michelin X11. The IRC will need more pressure in it though. Dunlops tend to third choice especially where you are doing LONG trials like the SSDT, Reeth or the Scott. You never see Pirelli's on a Trials bike they seem to be aimed at the Trail Market.

Not sure on that. At least one of them now Runs a Sierra Cosworth and a Lancer Evo "Drift" car. Most are busy earning cash and spending it on wine women and song though!

My Son is 20 and still competes along with a few of his mates. Many of those he used to compete against have left the sport though. I have a Youth Program from a few years ago when he was B class and you'd probably only see a couple of them competing these days.

Pretty much as Andy and slack said. The only stumbling block is if the club request you don't because the land owner doesn't want it. It's the only legal block and it doesn't apply if you shoot from Public land. Otherwise I avoid the Junior members unless I know the Dad's or Mum's.

To be Held at Emmotts just outside of Silsden on Sunday the 22nd of July. Three Courses for all classes Adult and Youth along with the usual Conducted course for Small wheel and Electric Bikes. Start time is 11am and the weather is looking good for the Weekend!

You'd probably be fine until it was noticed. Then I think many clubs would be wary about letting you ride. Yet again why? No performance advantage and you'll wear out the chain, swing arm and your boots faster. Most riders tend to go the other way and fit a Bigger Guard.

Probably However it would fail Scrutineering as it is not only there to stop your Swing arm wearing away but to stop the chain wearing away your boot/leg. More to the point Why??

For those who haven't checked the Update on the News story the weather has caused problems with the ground conditions and hence the event is off.

The Trials to be run at Ian's Rocks will start at 12 noon for the Small Wheels and Electric Bikes followed by the Main Trial at 2pm. Ian's Rocks is off the A59 Harrogate to Skipton road at Blubberhouses. From the A59 take the Hardisty Hill turnoff opposite the Fewston Reservoir and continue up the Hill until you come to Menwith Hill Road. Turn and follow flags from there.

Following the successful running of the E-Class trial at Brimham last year Yeadon Guiseley will be running a round of the E-class at Addingham this year on the day before the Mackenzie national at 10am. Overnight Camping will be available. Contact Caroline Sandiford on 01706 230396 or 07802 572024 or email Sales@jimsandiford.co.uk

You sound a barrel of laughs. I will first remind you that Motorsport is dangerous and as a spectator you need to be careful. And yes riders will do "stunts" and practice obstacles not marked especially if they have had a problem in a section or feel they need a quick boost to their confidence. Providing that the parents stop them once the meeting is over it is acceptable to most clubs unless the landowner specifies otherwise and usually that means areas are fenced off and observers in that area have been warned to stop riding there. I also as an observer have had to "move" spectators who seem to think standing in a section where the bikes go is acceptable. I also have had to follow people who wander in front of the bikes between sections. As it stands Public liability insurance is in place just in case and is part of the much derided ACU contribution that is part of the entry fee.

Yep works really well. I bought a DID a couple of years ago so forgot this. Still will not stop some tyres going down but they stay pressured longer.

That's it in a nutshell. In detail the Airbox is bigger and opens from the front not the back. It's easier to seal and the opening is bigger as well so it's easier to get at the filter. The frame on the 2011 has a triangle section around the airbox to strengthen it. It also allows better "breathing" as the gaps for the airflow are bigger. The Exhaust is a bit more rugged and the new back section makes it easier to get at the baffle.

My Lad had to learn how to ride a 125. In most cases at club Trials you hit the same problem again and again. Too many assume that the "power" will get them through when it's using that power correctly that does it. He spent many an trial "tickling" though sections as well as "slipping" the clutch for really big rocks. It has served him well and his technique stands him in good stead on all surfaces. If you are looking for a improvement then money spent on rear suspension and tyres does a better job.

Keep an eye on the web site and this forum just in case the Trial has to be moved due to the weather.

Got one turning up to Club Trials in the Yorkshire Centre. Brakes have been changed to AJP as the rider wanted the feel back. The Shock was under specced for this particular rider so they fitted a tougher spring but that hasn't fixed it so a Ohlins is being built for it. The original rear Swing arm flexes and a new one is being fitted. Engine is ok and a Kehin was fitted which is an upgrade fitted to Ross Danby's bike. Generally it seems reliable and the work is being fixed by Jotagas as development for UK club riders. Generally the lad likes it and he's gettting the support from Jotagas.

Regs and Entry form now available on the Yeadon Guiseley website. http://www.yeadon-guiseleytrials.co.uk.

Change Oil in box, Check and top up coolant, Tighten all Screws and Bolts. Make sure the Chain is tensioned correctly, clean and lubed. Check and tighten Rear Suspension bolts and front clamp bolts. Check That suspension seals are all OK. Check levels in Brake and Clutch reservoirs again top up if necessary and also don't allow water or dust in to them and keep the covers and gaskets clean. When replacing tighten to stop then gently fully tighten both sides evenly. If you are taking it seriously then a Dunlop rear tyre is usual along with slightly higher pressures. if you don't like them a Standard Michelin rather than an X-lite is a good idea. It's just making sure you have done all the usual stuff but this time being aware of the distance's. If you know of any minor problems get them fixed as the event will probably cause them to become a bigger problem!! Things that can go wrong include Cooling getting tight so keep the rad clear. Take some tape for hoses just in case. Have some spare levers, (Brake, gear and footbrake), Gaffer tape and Tie wraps. I'd also have plenty of fluids for dry weather, Coffee/Tea for cold and spare clothes especially gloves. Apart from that have a good time!!

Like Anything you can bet whatever rules you run somebody will end up hurt in the "race" to get marks off the top riders. You could ask why so many MotoGP riders have "bits missing" as well? MX riders are equally badly off. In many respects Trials "gets away" with less damage than most.