tonypcota247

I have a 1974 247 Cota and an extra flywheel among other spare parts. Has anyone tried to lighten a flywheel for the 247? If so, how much have you lightened the flywheel? I have been told that "back in the day" some 247 riders had a selection of flywheels at different weights for different conditions. Or does anyone have a suggestion for how much to lighten a flywheel? Since I have a spare I just thought that it might be fun to experiment a little and maybe get a little snappier throttle response. thanks for all input! Tony P Unionville, NC USA

I have a 1974 Montesa Cota 247T and I would love to hear any suggestions this board might have for upgrades and modifications for this Cota. I have installed a new Michelin rear tube type tyre, a new Vee Rubber front tire, both with new tubes and rim strips. I have a new 9 tooth front sprocket and a 56 tooth rear with new chain. The bike runs well using the stock well worn Amal carb, along with a strange looking non stock airbox that works well. I need a new front brake cable, swing arm bushings are shot. I have set of after market weld on footpegs to replace the horrible stock 1 inch wide pegs. Should I locate them down and back?? I have heard about getting the stock Amal carb re-sleeved and rebuilt. Where might I get this carb rebuilt??? I do not think I want a Mikuni. The side stand and the side stand mounting bracket are missing, but I'd love to find a replacement sidestand! I think I will need new brake shoes soon, any shoes that are better than stock? My toolbox and tool kit are missing too. Thanks for all input !!! Love this website! Tony M. Powers Unionville, NC USA

Problem solved thanks to John Haberbosch @ Rocky Mtn Montesa, Oregon, USA. It seems that some of the new style oils are too slippery for the 247 Cota Clutch and it slips. I installed 10w30 motor oil non synthetic and the kickstart works great! tony p

I have a 1975 Cota 247 model 21M Serial # 15746 . When I try to kickstart the engine if I enguage the kickstart and bump the engine to TDC and push the start lever down GENTLY the engine turns over and starts fine. However, If I push down on the kickstart lever with a little more force, the kickstarter seems to slip as if the clutch lever is pulled in and the engine does not turn over. It seems as if the clutch is not adjusted properly. I have disconnected the clutch lever and the problem does not change. Also, Is there an electronic ignition conversion for this bike? Are there any Trials Central Stickers?? Any suggestions would be appreciated. thank you! Tony M. Powers Unionville, NC USA