Beta Techno
he most noticeable change that the Italian Beta Techno
has undergone is in appearance. While the new black,
orange and purple color scheme is eye catching in itself,
the bike is further highlighted by a set of gold Paioli conventional forks. The conventional forks' tubes are titanium-nitride
treated - the same process used on the works forks used by
several of the series' top contenders. The process offers less
stiction and lengthened oil life. A beefier fork plate offers
greater front-end rigidity.
Other changes include a new digital ignition. The Ducati
flywheel features a variable spark advance, which is controlled
by an adjustable coil. The system is said to advance every 200
rpm, making for a smoother, more user-friendly powerband.
The cylinder head has a different volume and squish, and a
26mm Mikuni carburetor replaces the old DeIl'Orto. Displacement is still 250cc. The clutch has a larger-diameter driving piston, which is claimed to yield softer pull and better feel. A new
exhaust pipe and stronger muffler mount complete the motor
updates.
Chassiswise, the frame is largely unchanged, with the
exception of the footpeg location. The rear brake disc was
increased in size, and the caliper has a new mounting system.
The Beta Techno will be imported into the United States by
Cosmopolitan Motors' For more information contact them at
301 Jacksonville Rd., Hatboro, PA 19040, 215/672-9100.
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(Above) Great Brltaln's Dougle Lampkin competed In AustrIaabollrd a 1996 Beta Techno and, of
course, gave the bike rave reviews.
(Above) A new
exhaust pipe,
Mlkunl carburetor
and Ducato Ignition
highlight the
engine updates.
(Right) The
conventional PaioU
forks are the
biggest news. The
tubes are tltaniumnitride treated, and
have an attractive
gold finish.
(Right) The rear
disk Is a tad larger
than previous
versions, and Is
claimed to provide
greater power and
betlerfeel.
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