RIDE REVIEW I 2023 BETA 300 RR RACE EDITION
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e have tested several gen-
erations of the Beta 300 RR
two-stroke off-roader over the
years, and we've always found it to be a
solid ride that is best suited for aggres
-
sive trail riding. Oh, sure, you can race
it, too, but you'll quickly realize that a
suspension upgrade is in your future.
The RR's Sachs suspension package is
fine for casual, or even some stimulat
-
ing trail riding but it comes up short for
hard-core racing. If racing is your thing,
you'll be more interested in Beta's Race
Edition of the two 300cc RRs.
Just as it sounds, the Race Edition
is designed for—racing. That means
it gets some important upgrades to
get you to the finish line a little easier
and quicker. The main upgrade here is
suspension.
The Beta 300 RR Race Edition comes
standard with higher-end KYB forks and
shock, and a few other cool items. The
suspension change alone is a game-
changer. Yes, you'll pay more, about
$500 more, for the KYBs and other
special parts found only on the Race
Edition, but it's well worth it.
STEPPING IT UP
BY CYCLE NEWS STAFF I PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAN HAYAKAWA
KYB SUSPENSION ELEVATES THE BETA 300 RR RACE EDITION
The 300 RR Race Edition
is very versatile, with a
motor, suspension and
chassis that performs
well in tight terrain and is
stable at speed.
