does the new 290 still ride like an 05 290? Or has it been completly changed like when GG brought the pro out? If you know what i mean

Almost identicle I would say. The stock 290 felt the same geometry, motor a little bit better, but not as sweet off the bottom. Best improvement was the forks, not at all sure about the black frame and wheels, or vent in the mudgaurd.

ill think ill stick to gasser then!

Didnt you notice the extra lock it has ?

Not rode the 290 yet, however I rode a 125 on Tuesday. Frame wise the foot pegs feel slightly higher but would need to get the tape measure out to confirm. They do look good in the new plastic's and colours and the frame is narrower at the bottom of the petrol tank.

Yep forgot to mention that looks and is narrower, lock may be better but felt the gasser still has more.

what does the new 06 290 sherco ride like ? i tend to ride slow is it smooth at the bottom end ?

Yes veerrry smooth so was the 05.

what does the new 06  290 sherco ride like ? i tend to ride slow is it smooth at the bottom end ?

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Just picked mine up and agree with the dabster - Its much smoother than the 04 I use to have earlier in the year. The big noticable difference is in the suspension. Once I have had a few outings on it I'll write up a bit more on it .

Welsh Championship tomorrow then Ian???

And ....never realy noticed before, but not really noticed the amount of lock on a bike for years. Does anybody ever use full lock any more, or just hop it round anyway

Does anybody ever use full lock any more, or just hop it round anyway

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well for guys like you who can hop then the old fashioned full lock turn is something you would never use but for me, its the only option

Better full lock for me just means bigger tank slappers

Well I had my first run out on the 06' 290 this sunday gone ( supplied by Graham at David Jones Newtown) and have noticed the following:-

[1] The suspension is significantly better than what was on my 4T. I even tried a splat LMAO!!! (was a small one though )

[2] I was getting lots of grip, something I struggled with on my 04 290

[3] Very powerful and smooth delivery, full lock turns were easy.

[4] The black powder coating is very thick and robust.

[5] The back mudguard/airbox cover with the uncovered slots in has got to be changed. I had a lot of mud and crap go in there. Will modify mine I think.

[6] I noticed the weight difference ( I should do though coming from the 4T )

[7] And it does look very nice indeed.

All in my humble opinion of course as im still a newbie when it comes to trials skills