Top 10 Motorcycles for Trial Riding: New and All-Time Favorite Models Compared

For a layman observer motorcycle trials AKA observed trials is a kind of straight forward motorsport, where competitors participate in riding through an obstacle course without touching the ground. In reality, however, this craft requires martial arts levels of endurance, acrobatics precision and lightning fast decision making skills that take years to master. In this sport 99 percent of success depends on the rider, but having a reliable machine to perform all of the stunts is a must as well, so for all of the fans out there, we will demonstrate the best and newest trial motorcycles on sale today.
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Beta Evo 2T 125-250-300 and Factory: betamotor.com/en/moto/evo-2t-125-250-300 and betamotor.com/en/moto/evo-factory-2t-125-250-300
The Italian Beta has one of the most comprehensive ranges of trail, enduro and trial models, with latter one being consistently chosen for competitions by many world champions. On the two-stroke front, Beta’s trial bike family currently includes 125, 250, and 300cc models.
Honda Montesa Cota 4RT260: honda.co.uk/motorcycles/range/off-road/montesa-cota-4rt-260/overview.html
Once an independent trail-bike manufacturer established in 1944, today, the Spanish Montesa is a subsidiary of the Japanese Honda. One of its longest running models is the Montesa Cota 4RT that has been on the market for over 50 years.
TRS Motorcycles Lineup (TRRS ONE R / TRRS ONE RR / TRRS GOLD): trsmotorcycles.com/motocicleta37_trrs-gold-2020-2021 and trsmotorcycles.com/motocicleta33_trrs-one-rr-2020 and trsmotorcycles.com/motocicleta40_trrs-one-r-2021
The story of the Spanish TRS began in 2013 as a shared vision of 4 partners, among them Jordi Tarrés , 7 times trial rider world champion. Competitors try to downplay the attractiveness of these bikes by stressing the startup nature of the company, but, so far TRS have a solid record.
Gas Gas TXT Racing: gasgas.com/en/trial/564/40/txt-racing-2020 and Gas Gas TXT GP: gasgas.com/en/trial/567/40/txt-gp-2020
After KTM’s acquisition of Spain’s native Gas Gas in 2019, the company has a chance to reach new heights of its 35 year long history. Cultivated by proper off-road thinking from Austria, the resurrection of the brand begins with a GasGas TXT Racing and TXT GP lines.
Electric Motion Epure Race & Comp: electric-motion.fr/en/
Electric Motion Epure Race is a top of the line trial bike in the brand’s all-electric Epure range, that get a more powerful battery and an updated motor this year. The model also arrives in a limited-edition version named Epure Comp that is equipped with a 16-hp motor and an upgraded suspension system.
Sherco Lineup: sherco.com/en/bikes
Even though Sherco was founded in 1998 in France, its trial bikes manufacturing facility is located in Caldes de Montbui, Spain, 19 miles away from Barcelona. Sporting bright blue and green color scheme Shercos arrive in 125, 250 and 300 displacement.
Montesa Cota 301RR: hondanews.com/en-US/powersports/releases/release-47ef5ef525f391ae783334075a03368d-more-powerful-cota-301rr-headlines-2020-honda-montesa-trials-lineup
The most equipped bike in the Montesa family gets more power and a fresher look for 2020. Replacing the previous 300RR, the new Montesa Cota 301RR comes powered by the 299cc single cylinder engine, sourced directly from the motorcycle that participates in the 2019 Trial2 World Championship.
Beta Evo 4T + Evo Factory 4T 300: betamotor.com/en/moto/evo-4t-300 / betamotor.com/en/moto/evo-factory-4t-300/
Often chosen by motorcyclists for cross training, the Beta Evo 4T is a single-cylinder 4-stroke bike that is sold in base and more quipped Factory configurations. The model is built on a single valve aluminum beam frame fitted a 38mm hydraulic front fork and a rear monoshock, both with preload and rebound adjustment in the Factory version.
Scorpa Lineup: scorpausa.com / scorpa-motorcycles.com/motorcycle.html
Scorpa is yet another old timer manufacturer from Europe that has been around since 1993. After a couple of rough years by the end of 2010s, the company was acquired by the fellow French firm Sherco.
Oset 24.0 Racing: osetbikes.com/us/bikes/oset-24-0-racing
OSET is quite a reputable name in the narrow niche of electric off-road motorcycles, and the British are best known for the extensiveness of their line-up, which includes even models for three-years old kids. Today, however, we review the biggest and most capable trial in the family, dubbed the Oset 24.0.

[@bramnuttynck4013]

Trials is so underrated.

[@automotiveterritory]

They are. An Astounding display of riders abilities

[@automotiveterritory]

Looking into the best motorcycles that are specially developed for trial riding. Which of these do you like the most?

[@menschjuergen]

I missed the Vertigo Bikes 😢

[@automotiveterritory]

Appreciate the suggestion, I will check them out.

[@rochellestanley9532]

Love the Montesa

[@automotiveterritory]

Nice choice!

[@Lee-70ish]

Love to get back on a trials bike again. May do an experience day to try a more modern machine. My last trials bike was an OSSA MAR in 1973

[@automotiveterritory]

Almost half a century difference between these machines. You will be impressed!

[@36handy]

Do it. I just days.

[@ag135i]

Thanks for the list, I don't understand how there can power difference of 100 percent or more in the same model it's really confusing, 50% or less is acceptable and understandable.

[@handle1196]

Ive always rode a 250 2t for fun but recently went on a trials day course and used a beta evo 300 4t and loved it more.

[@automotiveterritory]

Sounds good ;)

[@derrickanderson2783]

Just bought a 2019 Sherco_300 and I'm LOVING IT! :)

[@automotiveterritory]

Awesome! How much did you get it for?

[@derrickanderson2783]

@@automotiveterritory I feel I SLIGHTLY overpaid but 6,800 USD

[@user-zu6el3qf3f]

ههههههههه

[@charlieb9903]

How are you finding it I’m moving up from a 125 soon but I’m not sure if a 300 if to much

[@derrickanderson2783]

@@charlieb9903 I think if you have experience riding, 300 won't be too much. It would stink if you got something smaller and later wanted the power. I'm already thinking about a Verti 300 too lol

[@bramnuttynck4013]

Nice video!

[@automotiveterritory]

Glad you enjoyed it, which one is your favorite?

[@bramnuttynck4013]

@@automotiveterritory I like my sherco st300 factory 2018 but I want to try the bèta’s they have a really short turning radius.

[@Pianoman_B]

Very Good👍🏼

[@automotiveterritory]

Thank you! How did you like the lineup?

[@Pianoman_B]

Montesa Cota 301RR is best

[@fredericchastro4263]

Missed the Vertigo bikes and the Jotagas now G2 trial bikes !!!

[@automotiveterritory]

I will check them out for sure

[@nerk234]

.. From Italy... great Electric trial.....👍

[@automotiveterritory]

Thanks! 👍

[@KHE-ENTERTAINMENT]

What should i get a gas gas txt 125 pro 2012 or a beta evo 125 2009 or a sherco st 125 2014?

[@gghggghh3469]

Sherco mate

[@KHE-ENTERTAINMENT]

@@gghggghh3469 Thanks

[@sealle1060]

could you make a budget one like around $3000

[@tik4su]

I'm in the process of buying a TRS ONE.....hoping it be a great bike.

[@automotiveterritory]

Best of luck with the new bike!

[@Despertaferro100]

Viva Montesa! From Barcelona

[@automotiveterritory]

Hey there! How did you like the lineup?

[@Despertaferro100]

I think you did a good job Thanks!

[@vaibhavishivgan7683]

Can you do a video of the top 10 family bikes in the world

[@automotiveterritory]

I will see what I can do, thanks!

[@zalacainbilbao]

Best bikes and best riders are from Spain.

[@automotiveterritory]

That is what I have noticed as well

[@bramnuttynck4013]

They have more places to practice in Span.

[@martins4769]

@@bramnuttynck4013 they can ride all year in good condotions, because its dry there

[@danielchieppa3202]

Helo !I'm living in Indonesia in Bali. where i can buy trial motorbike ??? Daniel

[@automotiveterritory]

The information about these manufacturers is in the description

[@carlosvaldes6770]

How about making a video about cruisers

[@automotiveterritory]

Thanks, I will see what I can do. I have already done some in the past but hope to release an updated version soon.

[@TheFrog767]

Sherco factory FST.

[@RockRider2k]

Waiting for an electro trial bike from Gas Gas and Vertigo..

[@automotiveterritory]

Do they have ebike models in the works already?

[@RockRider2k]

@@automotiveterritory According to some information one of them actively works on it

[@domsileo1145]

Looking forward to the 2022 KTM trials bikes.

[@automotiveterritory]

Will try to mention them as soon as new models are revealed.

[@lukasahestad]

I have a Sherco 125

[@automotiveterritory]

Awesome. How much did you get it for?

[@OrihuelaClubDeAlterne]

Do you now about the beta electric trial bikes for kids?

[@automotiveterritory]

They do have a range of models for riders of different ages.

[@OrihuelaClubDeAlterne]

@@automotiveterritory ya

[@extinct1406]

Any electrical trials that cost around 1000-2000 dollars for 12-16 year olds?

[@automotiveterritory]

I don't think so. Maybe use ones? Trials need high end suspensions,those can't be Affordable

[@adamgoodwin4575]

oset electric bikes are good

[@fivosgeorgiou8000]

are trial bikes reliable?

[@automotiveterritory]

In general or is there a certain model you are wondering about?

[@blakutnuj]

Interesting, never heard of these

[@adamkwalczyk]

Not a single electric bike was used in the trial bike championship finals. I wonder why.

[@automotiveterritory]

Shouldn't they be competing in a different class?

[@1958Cajun]

I dunno maybe cuz the FIM has a Trial-E World Cup? Just guessing.

[@066motocross]

Don't buy a Gas Gas TXT 300 you will be very sorry unless you have a great friend who loves to kick start motorcycles because this thing is awful to get running

[@automotiveterritory]

What model would you suggest instead?

[@ozziefarmboy3569]

Yamaha ty-e

[@automotiveterritory]

Is it your favorite option?

[@gabon40]

Electrique !!!! Mouahahahah !!! Entre les zones, ils cherchent le sapin pour se brancher !!!! Ah les cons !!!! Au Paris-Dakar aussi, pendant qu'ils y sont !!!! Les bornes, dans le désert, çà doit être quelque chose !!!!

[@jabbabbabba]

Lol- you just mash together clips. You know nothing about trials bikes.

[@richardmiddleton7770]

Couldn't watch due to the narrators accent.

[@yinimin]

Better electric

[@automotiveterritory]

I mentioned some electric models on the list too.

[@yinimin]

@@automotiveterritory Yes i meant that i prefer the electric one in the video

[@jasontrump5868]

Beta do 200 cc 2 stroke as well I know I have one , do your research ffs

[@pomsters3264]

All modern bikes ... What a load of rubbish!

[@automotiveterritory]

Are there any models that you could suggest adding?