TRRS ONE RR 300
Without a doubt, the TRRS brand has taken the bull by the horns and is making a massive impact on the world trials scene as the yellow machines establish themselves in this very competitive arena. In the UK, the official importer, Steve Saunders and his team, have done a commendable job of establishing the manufacturer with a constant supply of the machines and spares readily available to meet the demand of the customer. With support from the Spanish brand, he has taken on the talent that is Toby Martyn as his frontline rider in 2020. This closely-guarded secret almost caught us out at Trial Magazine and added an extra ‘buzz’ with the news in late 2019. This TRRS ONE RR 300cc model is Toby’s first production bike which we are using for this Quick Spin review. It’s a standard production machine, with very few changes before he received the race-prepared machines for competition. Our man on the scene for this Quick Spin review is Matt Dixon, Toby’s new Minder for his attack on the 2020 FIM Trial2 World Championship and the ACU TrialGB British Championship.
How fortunate were we to be stood in the midday sunshine in early February in Spain at the TRRS’ Family Day’! All the factory staff and supported riders for the Spanish brand were in attendance at the facility located just outside Barcelona, where they were able to meet and greet the many customers and families who had become addicted to the yellow machines. Besides, you could have a ride on one of the many machines available.
EDITION MODEL
The model is now well established, with a range of displacements including 125cc, 250cc, 280cc and 300cc. All very much share the same components making them attractive to riders of all ages and abilities. This new ONE RR edition model carries on where the TRRS ONE R model left off with a range of changes and the addition of superior-quality components for the rider who wants that extra competitive edge.
With riders of the calibre of Adam Raga — that constant chase for perfection — is what the factory follows as it evolves and develops further refinement to its motorcycles. In turn, fed back to the customer who benefits from this development process at the cutting edge of the sport. This 2020 TRRS ONE RR is an addition to the range as the ONE R will continue to be available, giving the customer a choice of machines to suit their budgets.
WHAT’S NEW ON THE 2020 TRRS ONE RR MODEL?
The new aesthetics separate it from its signature yellow. It carries many red components, such as the new silicone radiator hoses; it makes it stand out from the crowd. It actually gives it a distinctive edge. Other red anodised parts that also catch the eye are the triple clamps and front mudguard support. Looking towards the aluminium frame are protectors fitted around the footrest mounting area which will reduce abrasion with riding boots.
Improvements can be seen in the front part of the frame’s construction. The engine protection around the flywheel area has a new design, and the footrest support comes with a 10mm tubular pin, proving that the factory listens to the rider feedback. In the crucial engine department, a new DC regulator along with electrical wiring improves reliability in this area, and the programmable CDI offers a choice of engine mappings.
Further improvements have been made in the gear selection area, with a gear selector shaft in aluminium for a precise change every time. The air filter box has been revised and reinforced with a new air input. A new BRAKTECH rear brake master cylinder now incorporates the hydraulic oil tank. New handlebar and footrests add a superior feel and grip for the rider comfort. Further improvements have been applied to the suspension settings, and a new chain tensioner allows for better alignment for the drive chain.
On the showroom floor, under the lights, the finishing touch of the latest gold TECH branded front forks certainly makes it stand out from the crowd. The ONE RR model certainly looks the business.
QUICK SPIN WITH MATT DIXON: 2020 TRRS ONE RR 300CC
“In late 2019, I started to talk with Toby Martyn, who had approached me to become his fulltime Minder in 2020. I had done some minding work in the past for other riders and found it very rewarding. I am a fully qualified Ford mechanic, which provides good job security in the future so I decided that it was now or never if I was to make the relationship with Toby and move into the trials world full time.
“In 2019, I had ridden a complete trials season including the ACU British Championship on my four-stroke Beta which, I might add, is a superb machine. I started to train with Toby for the Sheffield Indoor, and with the fantastic crowd support and Toby’s excellent ride, I knew I had 100% made the correct decision to be his Minder in 2020.
“From the start of January we had based ourselves in Spain in preparation for the season, and this was my first contact with riding the TRRS. Toby is generally pretty easy on the machines, and so it’s usually crash damage that creates work for me on the machine as he pushes the boundaries of his riding. I must say general maintenance is pretty easy, and if any major work were required, it would be carried out by the factory mechanics when we are in Spain. Any components that become worn or damaged are replaced. As part of my TRRS education, I have spent some time watching and working in the factory as the machines are assembled to give me a better understanding of how they work; trust me, it’s much more exciting than a Ford Transit van!”
“The ONE RR model certainly looks the business.”
SMOOTH AND POWERFUL
“Making the transition from the four-stroke Beta to the two-stroke TRRS was very easy. They both share aluminium frames, while the engine would be a significant difference to my riding. I immediately felt very much at home; such is the relationship between the handlebars and the footrests. Rider comfort has been at the forefront of the development process.
“I made no adjustments to what is now Toby’s training machine and, as with any professional rider, they pretty much know how to give the machine a good setup. Preload was used at its best to manoeuvre up the rocky steps at the venue, and both the compression and rebound on the Tech front forks and the Reiger rear shock absorber worked very ‘plush’ and fine. Rider confidence is increased with every move. The clutch is first class, and my only criticism is the fact that it puts the power down very well. The engine is super smooth but very powerful, which is a requirement for what is expected of the machine at the cutting edge of the sport.
“The more I rode the machine, the more confident I became with the very neutral feeling from its excellent weight distribution. If I am honest, I felt like worldchampionship material for this Quick Spin [Matt laughs], but you are soon brought back down to your level once the likes of Toby put on a demonstration!
“If you are keen about a move to a TRRS, I would try the 250cc. I am sure it will have enough power on tap for the majority of the riders. I enjoyed my time on the TRRS, and I am sure the icing on the cake will be the introduction of the electric starter model later this year.”
“If I am honest, I felt like world-championship material for this Quick Spin”