Hi,

I'm looking at getting back into trials an have seen a 1999 Montesa Cota 315R for sale, which looks mint and apparently has had a lot of overhaul work. Would anyone recommend a Montesa for a beginner (or someone who hasn't trialled in a few years) or is it better to stick to 2 stroke? Do the 1999 models have any particular problems that I need to be aware of? What sort of price should you expect to pay for a good example?

Thanks in advance to anyone!

Andy

Hi Andy

I have that exact same bike and I have found it brilliant. I started out on a 78 Bultaco but it was a bit of a beast for learning, i got the mont last Easter and have really come on leaps and bounds - they are bullet proof and easy to ride.

The 315's are all 2 strokes - the Montesa 4RT are 4 strokes and replaced the 315 in 2005 (i think)

Regarding price i paid

I agree, good bike, reliable. Either that or a scorpa anyway.

don't pay more than

i've just done my first 2 trials for 20 yrs on a'98 315.

talking to a couple of the experts at the first trial they all said i couldn't have got a better bike, easy to ride and bullet proof engine and gearbox.

paid

brought a 2001 315r near imaculate owned by a trials mechanic

Hi,i had one as my first bike...stick a slow throttle sleeve on,and have a real good time.