lotus54

I have a 2016 300 4T I just recently got. The previous owner always used Motol 300V 15-60 and said the clutch always worked well etc. So I used the same (likely will go to a lighter weight for here in winter). Even in freezing conditions I didn’t notice much clutch drag at all cold, perhaps a little when the clutch pulled in not quite all the way (hitting other fingers)- and had good feel. You could try it and see if it makes any difference for you.

I assume you checked your hot start? Mine got pulled out by a stick the other day, it was popping, snapping and running quite lean. Fortunely Billy mentioned if it was lean to check- and I saw it had gotten pulled. (I ride in lots of sticks and brush). mark

I routed it on the right side (outside frame) and over the carb. It seems to work well. I can see not hooking it up- I tried just turning it off to have a big reserve. But perhaps I’ll put on a switch to turn off the main petcock- keeping the original tank as reserve. thanks for the idea. mark

Thanks- that makes sense. Did you run it on the left side then?

I dind’t really see this addressed yet. I just picked up a 2016 300 Factory 4T and I’m fitting the long range tank I got from someone. The instructions I’ve seen are all for the 2-stroke, the fuel line seems to have a bit of an off routing. Anyone here mounted one and how did you run it? thanks Mark

Mine uses a USB cable- it has some electronics inside it, I have no idea what they are. Lewisport reported issues with those- but worked perfectly for me. mark

out of curiosity, I did look up the part numbers for the 2016 and 2018. there is a change in number for the oil pump. I'm still not sure how that would help engine braking. I suspect sales staff not knowing, and perhaps the new 'twin spark' CDI making the change? Since I've been riding 2-strokes for years and like the minimal engine braking, I am interested. Mark

I see on the Beta website they say the 2018 has ‘larger oil pump for decreased engine brakeing’. hmmm- I seem to have trouble imagining how a larger oil pump descreases engine braking? Does it really work? or is the ‘twin spark control’ actually do more? Or is it all just hype.

I have a set of 40mm Marzhocchi forks on my bike (non-stock). It requires the ‘pin’ type wrench to remove the caps. Anyone know where to source one? Mark

I have a BTWICE cable and it works fine. I would have to check on the wire colour. But two go to power it, the other two interface. I don’t know of anyone that has made one, but a couple said they were going to try.

Thanks!

Chain adjuster change? Hmmm, maybe this thing mounts a lot differently than I’m thinking. I dont’ see any picture with one mounted.

I see in the parts catalog a Licence Plate Kit- 007.45.074.82.00 Looks like a plate holder with taillamp and indicators. Is this really available? does it come with the bikes in Europe? I’m interested in one. mark

I don’t know abut the carb in this application, but I’ve used this tool on many bikes to successfully adjust the pilot screw. https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0119

The 4Ride sounded really intersting- pretty heavy compared to my OSSA, but has other very good points. Doesn’t reall matter since they are not available in the States- maybe never? My Explorer weighs about the same as the 4RT260- and is street legal (well, has all the street legal stuff and easy to plate in WA) But no longer made and with getting close to 400 hours, seems a good time to look for another bike to add. Like any of us need an excuse? Haha

Montesa 4RT260 vrs Beta 4T I could only find pretty old discussions. I'm considering picking up a 4 stroke for my trail riding. I already have a great bike for that (OSSA Explorer) but it does have quite a lot of hours now and with parts probably getting harder to get in the future I'm thinking of adding a bike. The Beta 4T is lighter I know, great reports and look very well made. The Montesa has FI, reported to be very reliable and well made. Anyone have a fair amount of time on both and offer comparisons? (I won't be riding trials with either of these I doubt, but super tight 'pseudo' track I like to ride so much. I'm an intermediate trials rider, quite a lot of experience in riding in general, no longer want to go fast) mark edit: Does the Montesa still come with the removeable seat? I actually have the Beta 'long range kit' so know about those.

Great bikes, but indeed- not made at this time. I've had great results with my Explorer (over 360 hours). My Factory 300 has pretty low hours.

I have a video of adjusting the shifter spring.

Check with Keith http://www.ossaplanet.com/

http://www.trialshop.be/en/product/2092/magnesium-crankcase-tr280i-factory-racing?from=%2Fen%2Fcategory%2F1590%2Ffactory-racing-parts%3Ffrom%3D%2Fen%2Fcategory%2F1588%2Fossa-parts-accessories%3Ff%255Bt%255D%3D4001010211%26p%3D1#.WXAOh7FlCfA Not cheap- but available.

I saw a magnesium case for sale. I'll try to find the link.

I messaged OSSA and they sent me the link of the above e-bike. They said they are still hopeful on the Moto-OSSA again, but nothing solid.

Yes, I understand that. But if someone was in the area I could meet up and do a TPS adjustment or the like. I was told checkers cannot ride to sections either, but will be transported.

I can bring my software/interface to the Kingman World Trial if anyone needs to give their OSSA a tune. I don't know my route back up north- so a possibility I could stop by if you live on my route. Mark

A heat gun to warm the linkage up can help with taking it apart. Some penetrating oil may help also.