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Cycle News 2016 Issue 44 November 8

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IN THE WIND P30 2017 BETA RACE EDITIONS REVEALED B eta introduced its "Race" version of the company's standard RR two-stroke and four-stroke off-road models, available in these engine sizes: 250/300cc two-stroke and 350/390/430/480 four-stroke. The 390 is new to Beta's Race line. The Race models feature suspension upgrades and other refinements geared toward the hard-core off-road racer. The 48mm closed-cartridge Sachs fork has 5mm more wheel travel, and some of the internal parts have been modi- fied for improved performance and reliability. The Race fork also leaves the factory with higher-grade oil compared to the standard RRs. The two-stroke Race models have done away with the oil-injec- tion system of the standard mod- els in the name of saving weight. However, the premix Race mod- els are still wired for a separate mixing system that can be easily attached. The mixing system can be purchased through Beta's ac- cessory catalog. The Race models also feature a quick-release front axle pull, flag-style hand guards (with in- mold graphics), factory aluminum footpegs and a rear sprocket that has an aluminum core with stain- less steel teeth. In addition, the Race models have red aluminum chain tensioner blocks. Topping things off is a racing seat with a pocket for score- cards, black anodized shift lever and rear brake pedal, red anodized transmission oil filler cap, engine oil cap (four-stroke) and oil filter cap (four-stroke). Of course, graphics are unique to the Racing models. The Race models will be available at Beta dealers in December. Click here for more information. Beta's 2017 Race Editions get mostly suspension and cosmetic upgrades over the standard off-road models. Prices are as follows: 250 RR Race Edition ..... $8899 300 RR Race Edition .....$8899 350 RR Race Edition ..... $9699 (Lower price for 2017) 390 RR Race Edition ..... $9799 (New Model for 2017) 430 RR Race Edition ..... $9899 480 RR Race Edition ..... $9999

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