jimmy_james_ Posted June 27, 2012 Report Share Posted June 27, 2012 (edited) Hi all, Im new to trials and am wanting some advice on what size bike would best suit me, Im 6ft tall and 65kg (143 lb or 10 stone) depending on what you go by. At this stage I just want something to play around on and learn with, I dont want to be over powered but at the same time I dont want to be lacking in power and dont want to have to buy another bike anytime soon due to lack or excess power if you know what I mean. Would a 125 have enough grunt to last me a while or do you think I would out grow quickly and on the other hand would a 250 have to much grunt to learn on? Any make and model you would suggest? P.s I can ride a motorbike so its not like im learning to ride at the same time. Any advice would be awesome. Its not a big sport here in New Zealand and there does'nt seem to be alot of info / help around hence why Im on here. Cheers James, Edited June 27, 2012 by jimmy_james_ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_stuart Posted June 27, 2012 Report Share Posted June 27, 2012 125 has enuf grunt easily there far heavier adults that win on them and my favourite is the 09 -> gas gas or another spectacular machine is the 09-> betas most important thing when buying a bike is if you like the feel of it and the way it rides 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoggyf Posted June 27, 2012 Report Share Posted June 27, 2012 6ft and 10 stone, I think you need a good few meals as a priority!!! you might snap if its a tricky section! I started out on a 250 and I'm only 5'6" and 13 stone (proper weight - extra weight gives you extra grip in my world - lol) and haven't found it to be too intimidating if thats of use to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pindie Posted June 28, 2012 Report Share Posted June 28, 2012 Beta 200. Rev 3 if low on cash or Evo if flush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houseape1000 Posted July 5, 2012 Report Share Posted July 5, 2012 Howdy y'all, Sorry for hijacking but... I am in a similar position, I have been looking around for a new (used) bike and quite like the look of the 2007 or 2008 rev 3 but I can't help thinking they look a bit small and possibly more suited to someone thats not 6'3" Is there a bike more suited to taller riders...the shercos look taller somehow, I know it's down to personal preference but someone here must have been through this before and found a result. Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pindie Posted July 6, 2012 Report Share Posted July 6, 2012 (edited) All the modern era bikes are small as they are made to be compact as possible but still meet the minimum weight requirements for comps. If you have the dosh then buy as new as poss. I got my rev3 and it has been very tough and reliable so far. Really happy with it. If your low on cash buy the best condition you can find from someone who used it for comps (they get looked after). You can always buy higher bars etc if you need to make a bike more spacious. Firmer springs are also easy to find for your given weight. Trials is not a massive sport anywhere from what I can see. Loads of info/answrs on here though. Hail the net! Edited July 6, 2012 by pindie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldilocks Posted July 7, 2012 Report Share Posted July 7, 2012 beta riding position is more suited to taller riders as bars seem higher in relation to footrests Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pindie Posted July 7, 2012 Report Share Posted July 7, 2012 Thats cos' Beta should be read as Better! Simples Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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