xrlmal Posted May 31, 2010 Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 Hi all, I've got an opportunity to ride a big off-road loop which is about 75K long. Would my 2000 315r be ok at these miles or should I take my Africa Twin. I've only ever ridden the Montesa for short blasts and hardly ever in top gear so I don't really know if they like this short of riding. Any thoughts much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgshannon Posted May 31, 2010 Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 Hi all,I've got an opportunity to ride a big off-road loop which is about 75K long. Would my 2000 315r be ok at these miles or should I take my Africa Twin. I've only ever ridden the Montesa for short blasts and hardly ever in top gear so I don't really know if they like this short of riding. Any thoughts much appreciated. Plan on standing up for 75k? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b40rt Posted May 31, 2010 Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 Can you hop up a 4' step on your Africa Twin ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlmal Posted May 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 Plan on standing up for 75k? I'm acting as a sweeper rider for a mountain bike challenge, basically just following at the end to make sure no one gets left behind injured, so I will be able to stop now and then to let them get a head start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlmal Posted May 31, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 Can you hop up a 4' step on your Africa Twin ? With the size of the bash plate on it I reckon I can just wheelie into into it and smash my way through Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_scorpa3 Posted May 31, 2010 Report Share Posted May 31, 2010 I'd have thought the trials bike would be fine but you will probably need to carry some fuel with you. Is there any reason why you can't use the bigger bike? It does seem to be a more comfortable alternative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlmal Posted June 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2010 I'd have thought the trials bike would be fine but you will probably need to carry some fuel with you. Is there any reason why you can't use the bigger bike? It does seem to be a more comfortable alternative. I just fancied a change really and any practice I can get on the trials bike is worth it, even if it's just balance training (I'm a beginner) And at 200+ Kg's the twin is a big lump to pick up if you drop it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlmal Posted June 2, 2010 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 the 315 will handle the miles no probs just make sure u check the fuel after the 1st lap and 2nd to see when u will have to refuel change your oil before u do it too. u could tape a make shift seat to the back mud guard but dont cover the air intakes. i live in fort william and at the mountain bike world cup every year they use a trials bike to go round in front of the riders doing the cross country race so i think its the norm for them kind of races to use a trials bike to fallow or lead the bikes hope this helps Thanks very much for the advice, very much appreciated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lingo75 Posted June 16, 2010 Report Share Posted June 16, 2010 U could always get one of these but rest jobbies!! http://www.buttrest.co.uk/ NOT TRYING TO ADVERTISE I HAVE NOWT TO DO WITH THEM!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozz Posted June 16, 2010 Report Share Posted June 16, 2010 Hi all,I've got an opportunity to ride a big off-road loop which is about 75K long. Would my 2000 315r be ok at these miles or should I take my Africa Twin. I've only ever ridden the Montesa for short blasts and hardly ever in top gear so I don't really know if they like this short of riding. Any thoughts much appreciated. 45 miles, no problem. Plus you can get the trials bike anywhere which will probably annoy the cyclists (bonus)! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrlmal Posted July 3, 2010 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2010 45 miles, no problem. Plus you can get the trials bike anywhere which will probably annoy the cyclists (bonus)! Oh it did... especially when it came to the big climbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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