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Ah, thats abit of a pain then, I spoke to my local trials dealer (Behind bars in Kenilworth, midlands) and they said that they would be able to source springs if i wanted them, so it might be worth speaking to you local dealer, or best bet would also be to speak to some moto X guys as I am aware that there are places that make custom springs for moto X and I am pretty sure that given the right sizes etc they could knock up some for a trials bike. Adam

I made a similar topic to this a few days ago, I was shown this website Trick-Bits who appear to be able to get springs, it only says that he has a few sherco spring in stock, but as the page says nothing about manufacturer specifics etc I assume they can get them for any bike. I myself will be after heavier springs for my bike when I get one, and its more than likely going to be a Rev 3 too, so let me know how you get on. Adam

Hi Guys This is just a general enquiry as to what the general availability of heavy duty springs for the rear suspension and also forks are for most bikes, I am most likely going to be ending up with something like a 2002 - 2004 bike, and more than likely a Beta or Scorpa. I have been riding bike trials for the past 7 years and know how much having a bike setup correctly for the rider makes a huge difference, and hence wanting to be able to get the appropriate springs for the bike when I get one, I am currently around 19st, although aiming to get around the 18st mark! Are there any other little things that heavier riders have done to make there bikes withstand them a little better? I am also 6ft4, so will be playing with handlebar positions etc quite abit. Thanks Adam

Just wanted to say a quick Hello again, I have not realy been on this site since I posted this topic, I am still riding bike trials, but I am seriously considering picking up a cheap mototrials bike within the next few months, I am hoping that my 7 odd years of bike trials should give me a good background when changing to a motorbike. Here is a link to some of my newer bike trials vids, if anyone is interested: My video's on Vimeo Since the last post I have moved to Nuneaton in warwickshire and after abit of research I have found that there is actualy quite a few mototrials practice areas not that far from here! Thanks Adam

Hey Muel, I used to do mototrials and was curious so thought i would join up When i posted up a while ago the Atomz premier was not on the tarty site, but after looking at it (In the flesh too!) it is a very good value for money bike! When comparing it to the Yaabaa the only thing that realy stands out on the yaabaa is the addition of the front disc brake, the yaabaa has single ply tyres front and rear which can be prone to punctures, and small things like the yaabaa has a welded stem yet the Atomz has a forged stem (generaly stronger) I also think that the Atomz frame is a much nicer looking frame, the only thing that lets the atomz own is the forks, they did seem to be a little flexy when using the brake, But this would not realy cause any problems for a learner. Adam

The zoo is a very good bike, they are renown for their strenght, but they are very much a "street riders" bike, the stem and handlebars of the zoo are also fairly low for a 20inch bike, which can make it a little uncomfortable to ride (although these could be changed of course), have a look on the tartysite for the ozonys XR20 with the yellow rims, that is a very good bike, it is also cheaper and lighter than the Zoo, the specification of the ozonys also includes a disc ready rear hub and frame which is a mega bonus..... Adam

Ahhh, the 220, is that this one: I assumed it would be called the 221pr (hadn't seen the pic at this point) like how the older style frames there was a the 221 x-lite and the 221pr,

For a beginner i would not realy recomend any of the high koxx or monty ranges, just beacuse they have put alot of effort making these new bikes very light competition oriented, Koxx use a special aluminium which is all good until you dent it, then it just dies, and the montys, i have heard of a few cracking, they may have a good warrenty, but who wants to have to wait 1-2months whilst the frame is inspected and a new one returned....... Firstly what is your price range? I would say one of the best value for money full builds would be the Meta bikes 20inch, for the price it is a realy good buy. If you are looking to spend a little more, tartybikes currently have a couple of fully built mods (different frames using koxx component kits) with very good price reductions, there is a full build Echo Team for

Yes, monty are expensive, but for the specifications etc there are alot better and cheaper alternatives, I agree the montys are very good bikes, but when you compare the specification of for example the monty 231 Kamel to the Yaabaa 1499, the specification is fairly similar, but i have heard of many monty frames and forks cracking, unlike the yaabaa frames and forks (forks are basicaly Koxx which i have been running for almost a year with no problems), frames/forks that are known to crack are not the best thing for a beginner, they want a bike which they can chuck about abit, abuse etc without worrying about it breaking...... However, "TheMontyShop" has said, are you looking to buy brand new or Second hand?? Adam

I am from the falmouth/redruth area, and no i have not had an engine re-built by them, i have not had a mototrials bike for a while now, probably 5.5 years! I joined the forum to keep an eye on what is happening in the mototrials world so what if/when i decide to change i know whats happening Adam

Considering you are both 6ft4 ish i would deffinatly recomend buying a 26inch bike, I myself are 6ft4 and find the 20inch bikes abit too small for me (although with the right setup i can ride them). 20inch bikes are a little easier to move about and learn on, but 26inch bikes are more similar to your "std" mountain bike and because of the larger wheels the roll over obsticals alot better. As for the bike, my best advice would be to have a look on Tartybikes.com they sell a huge range of different bikes and if you ring up they offer a huge lot of knowledge and advice, i know all the guys there personaly and they will be happy to help you out. You will find that the monty bikes are very expensive, it would be better off spending a littie less and buying something such as an echo, yaabaa or zoo, one of the best value for money bikes in my oppinion on the tartybikes site is the Meta VTT, they have a good specification and do not cost a great deal, failing that the Yaabaa 1499 is a very good bike! If you have any more questions feel free to ask. Adam

Hey Guys My name is Adam and i currently ride bike trials, although i used to ride mototrials (97 beta Techno), I keep looking at mototrials bikes and thinking about buying another at some point, but at the moment i enjoy bike trials too much I have joined this forum to try and keep my hand in mototrials a little..... I am from cornwall but am currently studying at university near telford in shropshire. If you are interested, my bike trials videos can be found here: http://www.youtube.com/bigmantrials Thanks Adam