May 9, 201313 yr hey guys just picked up this Cota 349 i have never rode trials before been wanting too thought i could bang around in a vintage class bike needs new tires any input ,also wanting to set up a practice place on my propertey any tips ? i live in Kentucky i know i will have to travel some Thanks <><
May 9, 201313 yr Hello and welcome.Your bike is a 348. Look in trials inc and Mavt for trials in your neck of the woods.
May 9, 201313 yr Sorry to disagree bestrcpilot, but it looks very much like the first model 349 to me. The clues are the truncated frame tubes behind the seat, the muffler and the lack of frame tubes under the motor. The tank and seat appear correct for that model 349
May 9, 201313 yr Author any issues i need to be on the look out for on this model i got it off the guy that bought it new its been taken good care of plastic showing its age though he could not remember if it was a 79 or 80 model
May 9, 201313 yr get going on the leg exercises so you will be able to start it when required more seriously there is nothing in particular to look out for mechanically If it still has the original swingarm it will be a relatively long trials bike. Later model 349s and the 348s have a shorter swingarm and wheelbase. If it has the triple clamps that have the tubes very close together, it will be relatively easy to put a twist in the front end in small incidents, compared with other twinshock trials bikes You are lucky having that front wheel because the alternative front hub on 349s is fragile Unless you support the carby by using an airbox or some other way to hold it up, the rubber tube between the carby and cylinder will not last long
May 9, 201313 yr hook up with these guys ... http://itsa.clubexpr... We are close to you and all about old bikes and fun !!! Also look up This club http://www.stratrials.com/ , You've probably got members in your neighborhood ... Keep your feet up and have fun ... (and it is addictive !! ) Glenn Edited May 9, 201313 yr by axulsuv
May 9, 201313 yr I was wanting this bike, if I had the money I would have gone and looked at it. Edited May 9, 201313 yr by tl125 rider
May 9, 201313 yr ITSA all the way. Great bunch of guys and a lot more fun than the modern clubs. Glenn you see the write up from our season opener? http://blackcatvinta...-tie-break.aspx
May 9, 201313 yr nice ride,..though its not AHRMA legal.. ITSA welcomes it... hook up with your local ITSA club..buy a helmet, and boots...and have fun
May 9, 201313 yr I guess I had it wrong. should not answer questions after a couple of beers at night.Anyway enjoy your bike and hope to see you at the trial in Grafton WV next weekend.
May 9, 201313 yr ITSA all the way. Great bunch of guys and a lot more fun than the modern clubs. Glenn you see the write up from our season opener? http://blackcatvinta...-tie-break.aspx I wish I had been there ! Are you gonna make it to the WR? I'm bringing all my bikes for Bobs Show Tent ... And what no flywheel weight on the Mont ? Glenn
May 9, 201313 yr Roll your handlebars forward(Look at pics of modern bikes,works for vintage too) raise your levers up close to horizontal. ride with one finger on clutch,one finger on front brake at all times,even if you can't pull either with one finger,just get used to it. Trials Inc. Is having quite a few vintage events this year,but vintage are welcome at all events,just ride the Novice(easiest) line. Dunlop Trials tires are cheapest real trials tires,don't use Pirelli,actually a dualsport or something tire. You really will need a airbox,otherwise you will ingest water,water is common at trials events. If you are anywhere near Indiana you are welcome to come up and ride with us!
May 10, 201313 yr Author Thanks for all the info I am checking all these links and I have to get tires does anybody know where I might find a air box for it also it has fox shocks on back I weigh 260 6'3"(is there a circus bear class Lol) what would be a good starting point for oil weight and air psi in the forks and shocks thanks again for the help
May 10, 201313 yr no air...those are bleeders..you let air out... many vintage riders are old fat guys...lol., so youll fit right in with us grey beards.. im 6"2, 200...down from 235 do yourself a favor...spend more then 65.00 each on tires. Dunlop 803s work well on vintage bikes. light oil, 7wt, is what i use...a few vintage montesa places you can get parts for just coogle them up, or watch fleabay. dont leave fuel in the tank, when your not riding...todays wanna be gas will eat the tank inside out, it will start to seep and leak if you do. Edited May 10, 201313 yr by chuckindenver
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