A few months back I had posted about transmission issues with my 250, well I've got them pretty well sorted out now and the bike has been doing really well.
A couple weekends ago my buddy and I took off into northern Michigan and hit up a single track trail with the matchless and his 75 bultaco frontera. It was one of the best rides I've been on, the matchless handled everything a threw at it. Other than the clutch needing some more spring tension and the rear tire hitting the splash guard I was very pleased with the bike. She was an absolute chore and a total joy to ride at the same time. I was pretty nervous setting out that I was going to be pushing the bike back to the truck, thankfully I was sore from riding and not hiking by the end of the day.
Now that the snow is on the ground I have time to address some of the quirks and weak spots I found on the trail. Its gonna be a long winter, I cant wait to try this again.
https://i.imgur.com/0Ikh85j.gifv
Vintage trail ride pictures
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Brilliant photos! Thanks for sharing.
It's so great to see these bikes being used "as intended"
It's so great to see these bikes being used "as intended"
1989 Moto Morini Dart 350
1993 Ducati 750SS
1993 Ducati 750SS
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Thank you! It was really fun getting the old bikes out and about, we definitely turned a few heads on the trail.
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Great stuff! Both bikes look great but I prefer the Frontera, sorry I've got a '74 Alpina 350...
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The Frontera was great to ride, I'd love to find a Sherpa for myself.ajsm18 wrote:Great stuff! Both bikes look great but I prefer the Frontera, sorry I've got a '74 Alpina 350...
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I don't know about the states but there are plenty of Sherpas available here!Redbeardindustries wrote:The Frontera was great to ride, I'd love to find a Sherpa for myself.
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ajsm18 wrote:I don't know about the states but there are plenty of Sherpas available here!Redbeardindustries wrote:The Frontera was great to ride, I'd love to find a Sherpa for myself.
They are around, my uncle has a 75 350 sherpa I've done some work on. I actually learned how to ride with a clutch on the very same bike many years ago. Theres a good chance I'll end up owning it myself one day. Till then I just need to convince the old fart hes not too old to ride some vintage trials events with me.
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First time I have ever seen a lightweight wheelie!, looks like you had enormous fun, brings back memories for me. Thanks chaps.