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Forum: Trials 05-09-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 60,475
Posted By DerViking
How the knee Bronco?

How the knee Bronco?
Forum: Trials 05-08-2013, 07:17 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,147
Posted By DerViking
No trials bike that I have ever ridden is "hard...

No trials bike that I have ever ridden is "hard hitting" off idle. It defeats the purpose. You need to be able to roll on the throttle without breaking traction. At sea level the 280 will be pretty...
Forum: Trials 05-06-2013, 05:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 771
Posted By DerViking
I read your review, and looked up the site and...

I read your review, and looked up the site and such. Pretty impressive, and I'd buy one, if I had the money. I'm hoping to ride the Nationals here in AZ, and hoping someone brings one with. The...
Forum: Trials 04-19-2013, 09:28 PM
Replies: 1,805
Views: 199,131
Posted By DerViking
Well, trialsin, just not on the moto. 3 days of...

Well, trialsin, just not on the moto. 3 days of camping in Southern Utah.
http://vikingranch.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Gooseberry-Trials-Sequence/i-xb5hprS/0/M/IMG_3122-M.jpg
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Forum: Trials 04-12-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 614
Posted By DerViking
I run old bald tires most of the time. When I do...

I run old bald tires most of the time. When I do occasionally throw on a new tire it is for a comp I know will benefit from it, like Ute Cup. Otherwise, riding with limited traction is good practice....
Forum: Trials 04-08-2013, 05:18 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,266
Posted By DerViking
I think it would be lots of fun, but probably not...

I think it would be lots of fun, but probably not really like a trials bike. I had a 250exc 2 stroke KTM that I geared into the basement. It was a real hoot on trail, and was definitely more capable...
Forum: Trials 03-21-2013, 06:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 487
Posted By DerViking
Redwings are soft enough soles to ride trials in,...

Redwings are soft enough soles to ride trials in, but the stepped heal is a little annoying. I ride to work every day in them though. Not the greatest protection, but abrasion resistant at least.
Forum: Trials 03-19-2013, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 487
Posted By DerViking
Yes, they fit narrow feet. At least mine. I...

Yes, they fit narrow feet. At least mine.

I wear Redwing work boots and Vasques otherwise, because I don't slop around in them. I don't know that the Garne are quite that good, but I find them to...
Forum: Thumpers 03-19-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,315
Posted By DerViking
You may have the wrong forum.

You may have the wrong forum.
Forum: Trials 03-19-2013, 12:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 487
Posted By DerViking
I would rank them as true to size, maybe a bit...

I would rank them as true to size, maybe a bit long. I have 13.25 or so feet, and the Garne 13's fit great.

I am not as built in the calve as Graydog, but not skinny either, I would say they are...
Forum: Trials 03-01-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 856
Posted By DerViking
I have used mine for Dual sport. But I mostly...

I have used mine for Dual sport. But I mostly ride standing, and the trials soles are too soft for standing on the peg for day after day.

Also +1 on the not enough protection in a proper crash.
Forum: Trials 02-27-2013, 07:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,312
Posted By DerViking
Finding neutral while the bike is running is a...

Finding neutral while the bike is running is a high bar with a gas gas. They are great little bikes, but the transmission is not the strong suit. At least that era didn't have the transfer case that...
Forum: Trials 02-26-2013, 07:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,312
Posted By DerViking
I don't think this is the issue, but a thought. I...

I don't think this is the issue, but a thought. I had a similarly aged bike, and discovered that adjusting the clutch throw at the lever can prevent the clutch from operating correctly. My symptom...
Forum: Trials 02-26-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 613
Posted By DerViking
I ran a similar helmet for quite awhile. I found...

I ran a similar helmet for quite awhile. I found the overall lack of venting to be a problem, and eventually bought a more purpose built helmet. Sight lines and protection should be fine though.
Forum: Trials 02-07-2013, 03:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,215
Posted By DerViking
+1 The kids bikes are obnoxious. The big...

+1
The kids bikes are obnoxious.
The big bore bikes (290, 300, 321 etc.) aren't any louder, and they can be run at even lower RPM, though whether this effects true decibels or only a perception...
Forum: Trials 01-31-2013, 04:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,018
Posted By DerViking
I have hopes for the concept, but am inclined to...

I have hopes for the concept, but am inclined to agree. The Ossa wasn't very impressive.
Forum: Trials 01-30-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,400
Posted By DerViking
I have been interested in hybridized bikes in the...

I have been interested in hybridized bikes in the past, specifically putting a DR650 motor in a DRZ400 chassis. Thought better of it as I measured and realized how much frame rebuilding it would...
Forum: Trials 01-29-2013, 06:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 890
Posted By DerViking
Most of the trials bikes are built around the...

Most of the trials bikes are built around the airbox as subframe. Not really built for sitting on.
Forum: Trials 01-28-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 1,805
Views: 199,131
Posted By DerViking
Care to elaborate? Do you mean loading the...

Care to elaborate?

Do you mean loading the engine against the brake and releasing it for a real pop? I was able to get some lift, mostly through really cranking into the rear wheel with an...
Forum: Trials 01-27-2013, 03:10 PM
Replies: 1,805
Views: 199,131
Posted By DerViking
Ute Cup Practice

We are having a bit of a melt out, plus something like an inch of rain on top of frozen ground. In a word. Goose Poo.
Rode a bit at TheGraydog's pits.
The Duck Pond:...
Forum: Trials 01-26-2013, 04:27 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 60,475
Posted By DerViking
Looks good. I'd build 1 or 2 more pallet pyramids...

Looks good. I'd build 1 or 2 more pallet pyramids like that, maybe with different pitches, and line them up.
Forum: Trials 01-18-2013, 06:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,173
Posted By DerViking
Hold pressure on the tires (or other obstacle),...

Hold pressure on the tires (or other obstacle), drop off with the bike orientation "flat" with more pressure on rear wheel.
Forum: Trials 01-15-2013, 07:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,178
Posted By DerViking
Unlike most dirtbikes or motorcycles in general,...

Unlike most dirtbikes or motorcycles in general, you can easily lift the rear end of a trials bike with one hand, either by the muffler(if it falls off this is also useful information) or by the grip...
Forum: Trials 01-14-2013, 08:05 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 60,475
Posted By DerViking
Pull any and all loose nails. Will chew the shit...

Pull any and all loose nails. Will chew the shit out of sidewalls. I'd recommend filling the gaps, or only crossing against the grain, even the edge of the planks could rip a sidewall if you drop...
Forum: Trials 01-12-2013, 05:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,059
Posted By DerViking
Nicely done, what an odd form of competition....

Nicely done, what an odd form of competition. Says the Trials rider....
Forum: Trials 01-12-2013, 05:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,700
Posted By DerViking
+1 I started on a 2000 GasGas, then moved to...

+1

I started on a 2000 GasGas, then moved to a 2007. Gigantic leap in quality and how the bike rode. For one thing the headtube has never cracked. Anyone want to buy a lightly used rolling...
Forum: Trials 01-09-2013, 02:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 410
Posted By DerViking
I have always gone by sound, IE spoke tension,...

I have always gone by sound, IE spoke tension, not nipple tension. Get each side of the wheel to be roughly in tune with itself. Depending on hub offset you can end up with all the same or not. Once...
Forum: Trials 01-06-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 1,805
Views: 199,131
Posted By DerViking
Never heard of those before. Another Spanish...

Never heard of those before. Another Spanish company? How's it ride?
Forum: Trials 01-05-2013, 08:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,860
Posted By DerViking
I have ridden in my hiking boots, and they were...

I have ridden in my hiking boots, and they were ok. The steel shank in the sole made peg feel a little tricky. I wear RedWing Leather work boots 6 of 7 days a week, and the soles on them are flexible...
Forum: Trials 01-04-2013, 04:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,464
Posted By DerViking
+1 Mountain Bike Mechanical Disks take a...

+1

Mountain Bike Mechanical Disks take a little work the first time, but they are pretty easy to adjust.

If you have trouble, I would buy a Avid BB7. You can even get an 8" disk, which I find...
Forum: Trials 01-04-2013, 04:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 895
Posted By DerViking
Are you running it with a tube? Or trying to...

Are you running it with a tube? Or trying to convert the rim to tubeless.

With a tube I imagine it would run fine. Add a rim lock if you have trouble.
Forum: Ride reports 12-28-2012, 03:42 PM
Replies: 406
Views: 212,034
Posted By DerViking
Bump for Gnarly. :evil Nice adventure Metal...

Bump for Gnarly. :evil

Nice adventure Metal Jockey.

Keep takin us along.
Forum: Trials 12-28-2012, 10:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 863
Posted By DerViking
I run something like 80:1 fuel to oil. What I...

I run something like 80:1 fuel to oil. What I actually run is 2 oz per gallon, this is handy as I use a 2 gallon can, and a 4 oz nalgene bottle to measure. I run yamalube 2-s by choice, but any of...
Forum: Trials 12-26-2012, 02:24 PM
Replies: 1,805
Views: 199,131
Posted By DerViking
Brake pads, always a bummer. I have had a lot of...

Brake pads, always a bummer. I have had a lot of luck with cooking them with a torch. Propane isn't really hot enough, MAPP is ok, a rosebud on a welding torch is the best. Grab a bit with vice...
Forum: Trials 12-23-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,862
Posted By DerViking
Cheap ass Dextron from the gas station down the...

Cheap ass Dextron from the gas station down the street... Easy and always available. Change often, all of the modern oils are fine, and I'll bet 10 times better than anything available 20 years ago.
Forum: Trials 12-21-2012, 02:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 672
Posted By DerViking
Plus 1 Good advice. A KTM 250EXC is 230lbs...

Plus 1 Good advice.
A KTM 250EXC is 230lbs ready to rock, it will feel like a toy compared to what you are riding now. But get it on trail, and holy shit! Lots of power, amazing build quality,...
Forum: Trials 12-18-2012, 04:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,862
Posted By DerViking
I run ATF in mine. I like how it engages. Despite...

I run ATF in mine. I like how it engages. Despite busting just about everything else, my 07 gasser is on it's original clutch, and I wick it up on trail. I do wear rubber gloves during oil changes,...
Forum: Trials 12-16-2012, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,226
Posted By DerViking
I really like the Fox Titan Race series. Nice...

I really like the Fox Titan Race series. Nice buckle so they are fast on fast off, and the way the knee cup is designed it keeps it pressed against you knee, not flopping away like some. Had a hard...
Forum: Trials 12-14-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 724
Posted By DerViking
Not totally sure on the size of an Odyssey, but...

Not totally sure on the size of an Odyssey, but we transport our trials bikes in Graydogs Astro all the time. Can get two in with the seats removed.
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 12-12-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 586
Posted By DerViking
Except for the above comment about slick mud,...

Except for the above comment about slick mud, April May is great, Prime season. It is really something to behold when wet. It is rideable, but be prepared to hit the ground more than once. Good...
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