Would i fit on a Monty Mod 219 Alp trials bike?

Question

hey peoples.

i am looking at a Monty Mod 219 Alp that has had some work on it. But i'm not to sure if i will fit on the bike. I am 6 foot 3 inches. I ride a dual suspension cross country bike and a high ish skill level and have been wanting to get into trials.

The bike is $300 aud

the upgraded parts are.

Monty 219 Alp Mod Trials Bike

Alu7005UM SAF Frame

Magura HS11 Hydraulic Rim Brakes

Try-All CNC Machined Alloy Brake Booster

AC CNC Machined Alloy Brake Booster

Monty Double wall rims

20" front wheel

19" Rear wheel

Maxxis Creepy Crawly Rear tyre 19" x 2.5"

Monty Front tyre

KueQ Alloy Forks

KueQ Alloy Stem

KueQ Alloy Bars

Alloy 152mm Cranks

Alloy Bashguard

Wellgo Pedals

Cartridge BB & Headset

So i would like to know if this is a good bike for a beginner?

Would it fit me?

Is this price reasonable?

Thanks in advance

Answer 1

Your height won't really matter, other than maybe using a stock 26" bike instead of a mod.  Most trials frames only come in one size anyway....some do come in a short and long version, though (the top tube).  That said, it's easier to learn on a mod than a stock, and as long as you have a normal longish stem on there you'll be fine.  If you get into street trials (instead of nats), you might like a longer version, but you can learn on both just fine.

I think the price is ok, depending on the condition and the abuse it's seen.  Trials rigs run from $1200 to $3000 new, if that gives you an idea.  If nothing else, you could buy it and resell it if you want something different.  The Monty name will sell pretty easily.  Since you're really tall, I suppose you aren't stick-figure weight....so be sure that the frame is in good shape as well as the wheels and bar/stem.  You want to make sure those parts haven't been ridden hard over a long time period.  If they have, it might be wise to replace them or look for another newer bike.  

This is about the best I can do....I haven't ridden that frame.  I've only ridden 4 trials rigs and only one was a mod....and I still suck at this point anyway.   Register for the forums at http://www.observedtrials.net and ask this question there.  Ask about the brakes, too, because I'm not familiar with the 11's....just ridden the 33's and discs.  Great guys on that site and someone will be able to tell you everything about it.  If you don't have any luck, email me and I can hook you up with a couple people.   (also, you could email Todd at http://www.webcyclery.com for some help.....super cool guy)

Good luck....and don't forget the shin guards!   :o)