My Scottish Six Days

Steve Moffat: “Having ridden the SSDT twice previously, I had a fair idea what preparations I needed to do for the 2019 event. I rode my 2018 Beta Evo 300 in last year’s Scottish without any trouble and I felt no need to change to a new machine as my motorcycle had been tried and tested. I prepared my motorcycle as thoroughly as possible making sure that wheel bearings were renewed, new chain and sprockets were fitted, and the rear shock linkage bearings were also replaced etc. I also used the ‘Beta UK SSDT preparation guide’ to the letter as it is always spot on and very useful as a reference document. I also compiled a checklist of everything that was done to the machine pre-event.

I really enjoy the SSDT as it is a true test of rider and machine, but all the preparations taken were in vain, given what was to happen on the Friday when my Beta suffered a gearbox failure at Glenuig on the road. I had no gears and so the motorcycle ground to a halt. I had a look at the clutch with the Beta on its side but could see nothing untoward. I decided to press on as I could now restart the motor and select all gears, but initially could not select neutral. My trial was finally over at Laudale Cottage with no gears, and I was recovered along with the stricken machine by my father at that point. Previous to this the gear lever had suffered a heavy impact, which must have done the damage. I have to say that the Beta is a strong machine for the SSDT and until the motor is stripped only then will the exact cause be revealed, but I must stress that this is a very unusual and uncharacteristic failure. John Lampkin of Beta UK could not have been more apologetic and helpful when he heard of my situation, and the backup service he provides is second to none.

My trial was very enjoyable up until the Friday, as the weather was good for riding and I had posted some good rides and I think had performed better than last year.

All I can say is roll on 4th May 2020, provided of course that I am fortunate enough to gain an entry for next year’s Scottish, as it is unquestionably the best trial on the planet!”

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