Recent content by Jeff B

Build a new battery. I am not advising you to build a new battery as there may be dangers, however, most lithiam ion batteries are a collection of battery cells inside of the case. Many have built their own battery. Google search and be careful. It can be done. Also, pay attention to chargers...

I have not seen or read what the future of the Gas Gas trials line. What is the word out there? Jeff

They both have rim locks. I have read that tubeless tires mounted on rims that are tube type struggle to stay seated on the rim. There is apparently some difference in the tires and a difference in rims for tube vs tubeless.

The Contact came with different rims, tube type. Which tires can I use on these cheaper rims? My TY has tube rims also. Thanks

Thanks for the reply. I will be trials riding only. I have also a TY 175 that I compete on and am due a new rear. I have read that some of the true trials tires will not stay seated at 3-5 psi if they are mounted on a non tubeless rim. The Contact came with cheep tires. Time to upgrade. Jeff

I have a 2017 Gas Gas Contact. It came with not so great tires. I want to change the tires. It has tube rims. I understand that some of the tubeless tires will not stay seated properly on tube rims. Has anyone changed to better tires? Which one do I get? Keep in mind, I will have to use...

Do not need a thing, just wondering for the future. What engine is in my 2017 Contact 250. I would not think it is a special engine. Are there any spare parts I should keep laying around? Is the ignition solid? Anything that might be hard to get latter on? After 2.5 years, it has been just...

You could try 2.5 wt. That would speed it up in both directions. Measure the oil level before you dump it. I don't know if it is true, but, I have read someone claimed different weights oil in each leg. Otherwise, how do you like the Contact. Any problems? Mine is great.

Top speed is not for hwy use. If I were to guess 50 mph? Second of all, the seat is great until you plan on using it. Bouncing down the trail while seated, the rear mount on the seat broke. I was able to modify it and make it MUCH stronger. The clip inside the seat is no longer used. The...

One year ride report. Been using it for trail work last couple of weekends. The seat is a big plus. I practice my trials skills in the back yard. Starts and runs great. No problems. Still find no need to upgrade anything. Some will say the tires. When riding the novice line, traction is...

I have noticed that I have not seen anything about the Contact 280. I bought a 2017 Contact 250 and am having a blast. Anybody hear anything about the 280?

The rod does not have to be removed unless it is causing problems....pain. I have a rod in my leg since 2011. Still ride, hike and go through airports without problems. Expect to limp for about a year, not because of pain, but because your normal walking gait will alter from not walking...

It has been a while. Any other ride reports from Contact owners? I richened the pilot to a 42. It starts better and has better off idle response. The lean pop on decal is completely gone. Spark plug looks good. Re-jetting is easy and no reason not to try. Check your jetting in a higher...

Higher octane has slower burn. Some say higher octane burns richer. Lower elevation like Nashville Tenn, has higher oxygen density. That may be why my bike is lean with lower octane. I just could not jet it. 102 octane was about right. It was still lean at low rpm. The 40 pilot was about right...

Who's going to Mid Ohio Vintage Days? Jeff