2020 GASGAS TXT RACING 300
R I D E R E V I E W
P66
as it sits, but like a lot of 300cc two-
strokes, the power delivery is a mix
of massive and manageable. Would
I be smarter to straddle a 250?
Probably. But the 300 was a gentle
giant since I'm a full-grown person.
Trials bikes resist stalling and love
low rpm. The clutch is an impor-
tant tool for skilled riders, but with
the 300 on tap, I learned (thanks
Geoff!) that I can basically drop it
once I'm pointed at something and
leave it alone. Learning to let the
revs drop and the traction to come
on is key at getting comfortable on
the rocks and having someone with
experience there to show me some
tips was invaluable.
For 2020, trials should be on
your list of new riding to start. It's
a skill builder, a helluva workout,
and you might not laugh as much at
yourself or your friends on any other
motorcycle ride. CN