Beta has launched its first European market motocross bike for several decades, the RX300 two-stroke. It was first launched exclusively for the US market in 2021. The success of the US project, plus experience gained racing in the MXGP World Championship with the four-stroke RX450, has led to the Tuscan brand deciding to launch across Europe. This limited-production model will be produced for the first time outside the US.
With the RX300, Beta aims to combine rideability with high performance, providing plenty of power in the mid-range and top end, along with excellent torque. The power-valve motor comes with an electric start fed by a lightweight lithium battery and two switchable power modes. Suspension is by model-specific Kayaba units front and rear.
RX300Every RX300 will be supplied with a stand. Prices have yet to be confirmed.
Xtrainer
When it comes to the Xtrainer enduro model, Beta claims, “The latest restyling lends the bike style, modernity and elegance.” Available in 250cc and 300cc two-stroke versions, the 2024 Xtrainer is lighter and lower than previous iterations, and has switchable engine maps and a manually adjustable exhaust power valve. The 8.8-litre, transparent fuel tank has an automatic mixer under the seat.
Beta says the most innovative feature is the electronic kill-switch key: “The patented electronic key is a security system that simultaneously performs both the function of an anti-theft device and that of motorcycle and rider protection.” It consists of two parts: one is fixed to the handlebars and another, which is magnetic, is attached to the rider by a wrist strap.
If the two parts of the key are disconnected, then the engine is prevented from starting thanks to a unique code that matches the two parts to the bike. The key also operates as a kill-switch, disabling the engine if the two parts become disconnected in the event of a fall, providing greater safety for the rider if they should lose control or the bike is on the ground with the throttle open. Prices are to be confirmed.
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