The 2007 Sherco Trial 2.9 is a lightweight, single-cylinder trial machine engineered for intermediate to advanced riders seeking technical off-road competency. Its 272cc liquid-cooled engine and featherweight 69.5kg chassis deliver exceptional maneuverability through obstacles and tight sections. This model is renowned for responsive handling and reliable performance in competitive trial events and challenging terrain.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail98%
Cornering40%
City riding5%
Daily riding5%
Touring3%
Two-up0%
Track5%
Best for
Built purely for competitive and recreational trials riding, focused on climbing, hopping, and negotiating extreme low-speed obstacles rather than covering distance.
Built for
A featherweight, high-clearance, precision-tuned machine that rewards finesse and control over outright power or speed.
Not ideal for
Not for riders wanting a comfortable, fast, or road-legal machine for commuting or long-distance touring.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
272.0 ccm
Power
27.2 HP (20.0 kW)
Engine type
Single
Power/weight ratio
0.3914 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
76.0 x 60.0 mm
Compression
10.0:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Kick
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Hydraulically activated multidisc in oil bath
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1322 mm
Seat height
625 mm
Dry weight
69.5 kg
Fuel capacity
2.80 litres
Ground clearance
305 mm
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Triangulated cross section Chrome-moly, painted flat black
Front suspension
Paioli 38mm dia hydraulic telescope fork, 185mm travel, fully adjustable for preload and dampening.
Rear suspension
Progressive link system with single Oll
Front wheel travel
170 mm
Rear wheel travel
150 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter
185 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
145 mm
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted
Specification
2001
2003
2004
2006
2007
Capacity
272 cc
272 cc
272 cc
272 cc
272 cc
Dry weight
69 kg
69 kg
69 kg
69 kg
70 kg
Seat height
615 mm
615 mm
615 mm
615 mm
625 mm
Fuel capacity
3 L
3 L
3 L
3 L
2.8 L
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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