2010 GasGas 280 Economy Model - - What is it worth????? - Page 2

eyedragaknee · 11-12-2012, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Sting32

I'm having to be real careful, if you have seen other posts I put up, I know darn well if you ask 100 motorcyclists what they think their skill level is, you will get VARYING answers that represent NONE to full blown (Evel Knevel types) that can be run over by the 40cc moped they are sitting on...

Always sit at the far end of the table and be asked to come to the other end. Hard to go wrong. Learned that many many years ago.

DirtViking · 11-13-2012, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by eyedragaknee

Now that I have a feel for it, I think I will go watch all the BEGINNER videos!!!!

This brings up a good point. What books and videos are suggested for a newb trial rider?

Sting32 · 11-13-2012, 07:08 AM

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Originally Posted by DirtViking

This brings up a good point. What books and videos are suggested for a newb trial rider?

absolute must see is RYP's (here) https://secure.rypusa.com/catpage.cfm?cat_selected=84

"Trials Training Techniques" then while you are there get the newer one, "advanced" and keep it in the library, share it with people you get interested in trials, or at least get them to buy one... I say get them both, to save some shipping/handling? I dont know, think positive maybe not too long you need the 2nd one (hope hope)...

but they are great watch and learn. I enjoyed most of these although I only own the 2 techniques videos, they are almost required watching, and maybe Kind of sesame street for trials, lol?

Lots of neat videos to watch on youtube as well, and Trials Training Center.

eyedragaknee · 11-13-2012, 04:27 PM

Good call!!!!

AteamNM · 11-14-2012, 08:35 PM

Don't forget Bernie's Bible.

Tarheel Wheeler · 12-04-2012, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by eyedragaknee

Good call!!!!

Where'd you get those EDK?

Think I may need them back soon.

eyedragaknee · 12-05-2012, 05:26 PM

I know people that know people.

I have only spent about 2 hours on "The Devil Bike" but am really enjoying it

......once I get it started

Twin-shocker · 12-16-2012, 02:08 AM

If its TXT based parts bin bike, then far more reliable than the Pro's, which if they are used hard will need a complete rebuild after 6 months use!

However if you are new to trials look at either a 125 or 200cc bike, as this will be far easier to ride and mean much better results than if you choose to struggle with 250/280/300cc machines, which are much more suited to experienced riders.

In terms of reliability any of the Jap powered bikes will be much better than the Euros, most of which suffer from poor build quality and mechanical issues.

Its also worth remembering its a really good idea to try to master the basics of riding a trials bike, before going on to the trick riding stuff thats makes up the majority of present day instruction DVDs covering trials.

Thanks for the input!

Jon[/QUOTE]

laser17 · 12-16-2012, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Twin-shocker

If its TXT based parts bin bike, then far more reliable than the Pro's, which if they are used hard will need a complete rebuild after 6 months use!

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A complete rebuild in 6 months? Come on Twin -Shocker. What a load of crap.

Tarheel Wheeler · 12-16-2012, 02:44 PM

I'm with you on that one Laser17. Load of

I'm continuously amazed with the quality and reliability of the new Gas Gas, Sherco and Beta bikes.

2whlrcr · 12-16-2012, 03:47 PM

A complete rebuild in 6 months? Come on Twin -Shocker. What a load of crap.

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Shit, I bought a new 2012 Pro and I guess I need two complete rebuilds now. I did change the oil and bleed the brakes with fresh oil today, so I've got a headstart.

Twin-shocker · 12-17-2012, 04:22 AM

A complete rebuild in 6 months? Come on Twin -Shocker. What a load of crap.

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Here in the UK serious expert riders have a new bike every 6 months, purely and simply due to the fact this is less costly than rebuilding something which is worn out. Especially so in the case of bikes like Gas Gas, which are very fragile and tend to fall to pieces quite quickly.

motojunky · 12-17-2012, 05:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Twin-shocker

Here in the UK serious expert riders have a new bike every 6 months, purely and simply due to the fact this is less costly than rebuilding something which is worn out. Especially so in the case of bikes like Gas Gas, which are very fragile and tend to fall to pieces quite quickly.

So how long does a Honda Reflex with a Chinese CDI last at the hands of one of these serious experts?

Gordy · 12-17-2012, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Twin-shocker

. Especially so in the case of bikes like Gas Gas, which are very fragile and tend to fall to pieces quite quickly.

You're losing credibility fast.

laser17 · 12-17-2012, 08:26 AM

Twin-Shock - That's just sad.

You sure know how to shovel it on there nice and deep.

11-13-2012, 04:27 PM	#19
eyedragaknee McGuyver Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Triangle Oddometer: 2,259	vids Good call!!!! __________________ 2008 KTM250-XCFW 2011 Gas Gas TXT250 1966 Honda 305 Scrambler

11-14-2012, 08:35 PM	#20
AteamNM Wonna Be ADVrider Joined: Mar 2010 Location: Sandia Mountains New Mexico Oddometer: 1,802	Don't forget Bernie's Bible. __________________ NMOHVA Member & NMTA Member The silence was absolute, the sense of peace profound, and it bled in to me from this beautiful land. (ROD CURRIE, Team Sibersky Extreme) Fly & Ride RR: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=841561

12-05-2012, 05:26 PM	#22
eyedragaknee McGuyver Joined: Jul 2004 Location: Triangle Oddometer: 2,259	Videos? I know people that know people. I have only spent about 2 hours on "The Devil Bike" but am really enjoying it ......once I get it started __________________ 2008 KTM250-XCFW 2011 Gas Gas TXT250 1966 Honda 305 Scrambler

12-16-2012, 02:08 AM	#23
Twin-shocker Studly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2012 Oddometer: 993	bb If its TXT based parts bin bike, then far more reliable than the Pro's, which if they are used hard will need a complete rebuild after 6 months use! However if you are new to trials look at either a 125 or 200cc bike, as this will be far easier to ride and mean much better results than if you choose to struggle with 250/280/300cc machines, which are much more suited to experienced riders. In terms of reliability any of the Jap powered bikes will be much better than the Euros, most of which suffer from poor build quality and mechanical issues. Its also worth remembering its a really good idea to try to master the basics of riding a trials bike, before going on to the trick riding stuff thats makes up the majority of present day instruction DVDs covering trials. Thanks for the input! Jon[/QUOTE] Twin-shocker screwed with this post 12-16-2012 at 08:33 AM

12-16-2012, 02:44 PM	#25
Tarheel Wheeler Around Joined: Oct 2003 Location: A53, NC Oddometer: 3,354	I'm with you on that one Laser17. Load of I'm continuously amazed with the quality and reliability of the new Gas Gas, Sherco and Beta bikes. __________________ Adversity is the state in which man most easily becomes acquainted with himself, being especially free of admirers then. John Wooden "Get to riding or get to dying"...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_T41kJm-PE Tarheel Wheeler screwed with this post 12-16-2012 at 04:12 PM

12-16-2012, 03:47 PM	#26
2whlrcr gooligan Joined: Jan 2005 Location: Dubuque, Iowa Oddometer: 4,316	A complete rebuild in 6 months? Come on Twin -Shocker. What a load of crap. [/QUOTE] Shit, I bought a new 2012 Pro and I guess I need two complete rebuilds now. I did change the oil and bleed the brakes with fresh oil today, so I've got a headstart.

12-17-2012, 04:22 AM	#27
Twin-shocker Studly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2012 Oddometer: 993	A complete rebuild in 6 months? Come on Twin -Shocker. What a load of crap. [/QUOTE] Here in the UK serious expert riders have a new bike every 6 months, purely and simply due to the fact this is less costly than rebuilding something which is worn out. Especially so in the case of bikes like Gas Gas, which are very fragile and tend to fall to pieces quite quickly.

12-17-2012, 08:26 AM	#30
laser17 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2008 Location: Boston,Massachusetts Oddometer: 242	Twin-Shock - That's just sad. You sure know how to shovel it on there nice and deep. laser17 screwed with this post 12-17-2012 at 10:26 AM

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