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Just tried to pm you but can't for some reason, says you can't receive email. There's one dealer that does seem to be better than the others but I don't think it's the right thing to go into it on a public forum

Hi all, very much appreciate the replies. A quick update - I very, very nearly bought a used 2017 model repsol but, on closer inspection, the bike had seen a lot more use than I thought it had from looking at the photos. Wheels scuffed and chipped, fork guards missing, scratches on tank etc. Not really what I'm looking for when spending a lot of money. So it looks like I'm going to go for a new 2018 model repsol, with a reasonable amount of dealer chucked-in goodies, and 0% over 24 months. With about half the cash put in from me the monthly payments are very doable. The 300RR would definitely have been my first choice but you've got to stop at some point haven't you, and I see the repsol as being the best compromise between spec and money and it will be more bike than I will ever need, that's for sure. Will hopefully be able to sort something in next few days, and will keep the thread updated. thanks again! Will

I was almost decided before you said that ? Whats your view on Showa vs Tech ...?

Thanks all for the input. so, I am stewing over this one more than I have over any previous motorcycle purchase for some reason. I have been down to the dealer again today for another look (and they're not close so I must be committed!) all of a sudden I find I am strongly leaning towards the repsol rep with the 260 engine which, incidentally, the dealer says is the most popular of the three. The reasons for this are - the demonstrator they have was out in the middle of the showroom. Now I'm not usually a big fan of orange but this thing looked FANTASTIC. Secondly it's got the DID wheels, and thirdly it's got the Showa front forks, which I would have thought must be as good as the tech on the 300? Certainly to someone like me anyway. Lastly it seems to be the only one in the range which is a 2018 model. I certainly wouldn't want for any more power than this has, so really why would I pay an extra nearly £1,000 for the 300. Unless there is other nice kit on the 300 which I haven't noticed? so that's where I'm at. Must try to make a decision soon ? Will

Thanks again guys, much appreciated. Will be sure to let you know!

How true! ?

Thanks again for your responses! And particularly Lee, I've watched your vid about 5 times now, I really aspire to ride at a similar level to you, it's clearly way more than I could do if I got on a trials bike tomorrow but equally looks vaguely realistic in a way that watching dougie lampkin or people blasting up rocks in the ssdt never will. Plus your mont sounds awesome ? The other thing that draws me to these bikes is the amount of posts I've seen on the internet where people are saying 'bought one new in 2006, ridden it hard ever since, never let me down, still enjoying it today' a bit like Jonnyc above. With all that in mind, plus the fact I would gladly have one in my living room I think they look so cool, plus the zero % finance, and it's adding up to be a bit of a no-brainer. Will report back, just got a slight doubt about the model year thing. Thanks again! Will

Thanks for the response - I wasn't so clear in my original post sorry. If I got a new Montesa I certainly wouldn't be taking it straight out on a novice section. No way. People would probably laugh at me for a start. I'd be practising as much as I could (even in my garden) to develop basic skills so that a couple of years down the line I could start doing trials, if I wanted to. Even then I might consider a second bike would be a better option than risking my pride and joy! with that said should I be expecting 2018MY Montesas to be out soon?? Should I pull the trigger now, or wait? thanks again

That Honda tlm is gorgeous!

Hi all, thanks very much for the replies. Much appreciated. Just to be clear I will not be hammering round the novice section every Saturday on a brand spanking 300RR ?! If I get to the stage where I want to get into local club events that then yes of course I would spend 1500 quid on a cota 315r or a beta or Scorpa that I wouldn't be so worried about. for this bike I really hate to use the word 'toy', but honestly it would be a purchase as much about admiring a fine machine as much (or more) than it would be for me to progress as a rider. In a perfect world those two things would come together but if they don't then I'm not too worried about it. in the fullness of time id like to get to the same level as this guy, I certainly don't have aspirations to do the ssdt or ride up waterfalls ,

Hi all, Newbie to the forum (and trials bikes!) - I am looking for some advice please im in my forties, motorcycling for years but never ridden a trials bike. Although I've been interested in them since watching kickstart I've never made a purchase. However now having two young kids and a friend who was badly injured in a road crash I find myself looking at trials bikes, just for fun and improving my skills initially but in due course might try and get into the trials scene with my boys. Like a lot of newbies my question regards which bike to get. The first part is easy, I am settled on a Montesa. I love honda stuff and have done for years, even have a Honda lawnmower. Ouestion is which one to get and how much to spend. I have three options. I can get: 1. Brand new 2017 model white 4Rt 260 on 0% finance and dealer will chuck in a few goodies such as boots 2. Brand new 2017 model 4Rt 300RR on 0% finance and dealer will chuck in a few more goodies. Suspension and component quality is the draw here rather than the power. Also I'm telling myself I would never need another bike and could have it for 20 years and, hell, you can spend 10 grand on a pushbike these days so it's not crazy expensive for what you get 3. Dealer has a 65 plate 4Rt 260 at a good price. Have seen the bike. Clearly used but clean enough. Needs new tyres luckily I am in a position where I can afford any of the above options as I have some cash spare from selling my road bike. My heart says sod it pay the extra and get the 300 because it looks so flipping awesome and I would love admiring it as much as riding it. My head says get the new 260 cos it's much more reasonable and there's no way I'll even notice any difference between that and the 300. And then I think I should just get the 65 plate, massive saving almost brand new in my mind, crucially I'm not going to cry when I drop it, but actually might the previous owner have thrashed the life out of it and it's going to need a load of money putting into it once I've got it home also the new bikes are 2017s - shouldn't they be 2018s by now? so that's my situation. Any advice very welcome! I was up at 4am this morning cos I couldn't sleep for thinking about it!!! cheers will