OSET powers up for 2018
By TMX Contributor on 18th Oct 17
With a British Championship halved from eight to four rounds, across Yorkshire and Derbyshire and over a couple of months, riders needed to be on their game from start to finish. Every round counted. The petrol versus electric debate was once again in full swing as the riders were split not just by wheel-size, but by engine type.
Ian Smith, founder and CEO of OSET Bikes, said: We have always believed that up to medium-wheels the youth riders should compete against each other, regardless of machine type. It was an interesting year and an interesting championship and Im keen to see how the ACU decide to move forward.
Mixing it up aside, I am delighted that OSET can officially say we have three British champions. A huge well done to Euan Sim, Toby Shaw and Myles Hutchinson. Their secret to success is a simple one practice, practice practice!
There was nothing in it for Class D Small-wheel. With nearly the whole class riding an OSET 20.0-R, Euan Sim from the west coast of Scotland is now British champion, with Yorkshires Will Sagar and OSETs Elliot Smith from the south coast completing the all-OSET podium.
Just four championship points separated the three boys. Coming from all over the UK, indicates the breadth and depth of talent in trials riding is growing.
Toby Shaw continued his winning ways in the Class D Medium Wheel (Electric). With a field made of OSET 24.0-Jr, Toby won every round phenomenal riding by the young lad from Retford.
The big battle for second and third was between Stefan Mewett-Richardson and Alex Horne with Stefan beating Alex by a single dab at the final round compelling stuff.
In recent years the British Youth Championships have been decided on a winner takes all option at the final round.
The rivalry between Myles Hutchinson and Dominic Horne on their OSET 24.0s in Class C Medium (Electric) was no different. Its a huge well done to Myles, who pipped pal, Dominic at Bracken Rocks to take the championship and enjoy a second year as British champion.
Ian added: We have seen a real renaissance in the Youth Championships. A field of over 20 riders in Class D Small-wheel bodes exceptionally well for the future of competitive national trials.
After a fantastic 2017 for OSET Bikes, the manufacturer has unveiled the new look 2018 range of electric motorcycles.
Maintaining its red, black and white branding, Simon Armstrong, sales manager for OSET Bikes, said: We continue to go from strength to strength and have seen sales increase again this year, despite some tough economic conditions.
The business trajectory remains positive and were looking forward to expanding into new markets next year with the MX-10 and successful OSET 24.0, which we cant make fast enough.
There are now ten models available from OSET. These start with the 12.5 model, aimed at children two to four years old and progress through to the 24.0R, which is a fun bike, aimed at teenagers, adults and all play riders offering maximum entertainment value.
Ian added: The Eco version of each model is designed to be an entry level bike, while the racing versions are always a significantly higher spec bike, and that remains the same for 2018.
Safety is paramount across the whole range with features that include magnetic kill switches, new waterproofing, chain guards, custom foot pegs and grips for little hands and feet and the ability to adjust power, speed and response to suit childrens ability.
Simon finished: OSET Cups around the UK have provided an ideal opportunity for people new to trials to access the sport easily. We have seen hundreds of children riding, many of which have progressed to compete at national level. Dom and Myles for example, both rode in the first ever OSET Cup in 2011 and now theyre head-to-head at national level.
We were also delighted this year to add the OSET Cup North East into the successful series. If any clubs or centres are interested in running an OSET Cup, please get in touch.
All 2018 models will be available in dealers from mid-November.
