gasserboy Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel dabster Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasserboy Posted November 11, 2005 Author Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 ill think ill stick to gasser then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomant Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Didnt you notice the extra lock it has ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
army man Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel dabster Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Yep forgot to mention that looks and is narrower, lock may be better but felt the gasser still has more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimpo Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 what does the new 06 290 sherco ride like ? i tend to ride slow is it smooth at the bottom end ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nigel dabster Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Yes veerrry smooth so was the 05. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomant Posted November 19, 2005 Report Share Posted November 19, 2005 what does the new 06 290 sherco ride like ? i tend to ride slow is it smooth at the bottom end ? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> 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 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikespace Posted November 19, 2005 Report Share Posted November 19, 2005 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomant Posted November 19, 2005 Report Share Posted November 19, 2005 Does anybody ever use full lock any more, or just hop it round anyway <{POST_SNAPBACK}> 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikespace Posted November 20, 2005 Report Share Posted November 20, 2005 Better full lock for me just means bigger tank slappers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomant Posted November 21, 2005 Report Share Posted November 21, 2005 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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