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riders, but more experienced riders will love the stopping power. The Sachs suspension is a lower grade than the units found on the RR models, but the outright performance is not significantly different despite the reduced travel. The forks in particular need a bit of break-in time to work prop- erly but are still a bit harsh on small sharp hits. But they work pretty good at slower speeds, even in roots and rocks. If you are a fast, heavy and/ or aggressive rider, you will probably find that the suspen- sion performance is lacking, but it is sufficient for aggres- sive trail riding for most riders. The Betas come standard with Michelin Enduro Medium tires, which have stiff sidewalls that contribute to the harsh initial suspension travel. Michelin RIDE REVIEW I 2022 BETA XTRAINER P96 riders, but more experienced riders will love the stopping power. a lower grade than the units found on the RR models, but the outright performance is not significantly different despite the reduced travel. The forks in particular need a bit of break-in time to work prop erly but are still a bit harsh on small sharp hits. But they work pretty good at slower speeds, even in roots and rocks. If you are a fast, heavy and/ or aggressive rider, you will probably find that the suspen sion performance is lacking, but it is sufficient for aggres sive trail riding for most riders. The Betas come standard with Michelin Enduro Medium tires, which have stiff sidewalls that contribute to the harsh initial suspension travel. Michelin a little more buzz than you will find with the KTM/Husqvarna/ GasGas 300 two-strokes. It is a small difference that is only noticeable when riding the bikes back-to-back, but it is worth noting. The hydraulic clutch was flawless with good feel and no fading ever detected. The 2.1-gallon fuel tank is a little smaller than the 2.5-gal- lon stock tanks on the RR models. This could be a little limiting if you like to ride long distances. If that is a con- cern, Beta offers a 2.9-gallon aftermarket IMS tank. It's also offered in translucent, which is much easier to top off without over filling compared to the stock black tank. The Nissin brakes perform well, in fact, some riders thought the front brake may be a little too powerful for newer At just $7999, you get a lot for your money with the XTrainer.