Motorcycle trials, also termed observed trials, is a non-speed event on specialized motorcycles. The sport is most popular in the United Kingdom and Spain, though there are participants around the globe. Trial motorcycles are distinctive in that they are extremely lightweight, lack seating (they are designed to be ridden standing up) and have suspension travel that is short, relative to a motocross or enduro motorcycle. Motorcycle trials is often utilized by competitors of other motorcycle sports (such as motocross or street racers) as a way to cross-train, as trials teaches great throttle, balance, and machine control.
Bicycles also have trials events, but not as popular here in the States. Many younger riders in Europe start out on Bicycles, before they jump to motorcycle competition.
Over the years trials has grown into an extreme sport, the obstacles have gotten more difficult, and extremely challenging…
