COMPARISON
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2020 HUSQVARNA TE 300i VS. 2020 BETA 300 RR
Fully fueled up and ready to ride, the two
bikes were within a pound of each other. The
Husqvarna weighed in at 245 pounds while
the Beta was 246.
2020 HUSQVARNA TE 300i:
WHAT'S NEW
The 2020 Husqvarna TE 300i gets a new
chromoly steel frame, which changed the
motor position slightly and moved the radia-
tors down 12 millimeters. The designers also
designed it to increase the longitudinal and
torsional rigidity. One of the differentiating
factors between Husqvarna and sister brand
KTM is the composite subframe, which is
70% polyamide and 30% carbon fiber. The
new frame gets an updated subframe as well
as new plastic, which trickles down from the
TC motocross line.
The Husqvarna motor has some updates
that include a new CNC-machined exhaust
port for more precise port timing and a new
powervalve drive mechanism. There is also
a new water pump cover to improve cooling.
Airbox and boot are also redesigned. The ex-
haust is new for 2020 and includes a unique
ribbed structure that is said to decrease the
sound and increase the strength. The oval
shape also allows for more clearance.
The fuel injection system has been an ongo-
ing development process, and in fact, we have
been told that there are updated maps even
since the first 2020 models hit showroom floors.
If you already have one of the bikes or are buy-
ing one from a dealer, it will be worth checking
to see if you have the latest version as we have
learned first hand on some KTM test bikes that it
does make a big difference in performance.
2020 BETA 300 RR:
WHAT'S NEW
The 2020 Beta 300 RR includes an entirely
new frame aimed at increasing the rigid-
ity and improving the handling. They also
sought to improve the durability by using
precision-cast components in places like
the footpeg mounts. The entire subframe
is also completely redesigned to improve
The Beta
is tuned
surprisingly
well right out
of the crate.
Just get on it
and go.
