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Cycle News 2025 Issue 20 May 20

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P106 RIDE REVIEW I 2025 BETA RR X-PRO 300 TWO-STROKE & 390 FOUR-STROKE well at ultra-low rpm; the 300, however, does it a bit better. The 390 may stall before the 300, but stalling in general is not a concern on either bike. The 390's traction control option is effective when the trail is ultra-dry and you're riding over loose rocks. You can feel the difference, even though it's not drastic. But it is a nice touch. The 390 can find traction when the 300 might struggle. (Below left) Dual engine maps are offered on both bikes; the 390 also has traction control. (Below right) Rescue straps are included—just in case. Both run well out of the crate, espe- cially the 300. It's no wonder Beta isn't rushing to switch to fuel injection with its two-strokes; why bother when it works so effectively? The fuel-injected 390 also has excellent fueling. Like the 390, you can pour straight gas right into the 300's translucent fuel tank, which is wonderful.

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