2017 Beta RR Race Edition Models: First Look

For the past several years now, Beta has been producing their RR Race Edition model range which is considered their “race bikes”. In 2016, they went 1-2 in the E3 class in the Enduro World Championship with riders Steve Holcombe and Johnny Aubert while Alex Salvini won the Italian Enduro Championship in Italy. Similarly, all of the Beta Factory race teams throughout the USA utilize these machines as well.

For 2017, the Beta RR model range consists of the 250 and 300 two-strokes and the 350, 390, 430, and 480 four-strokes. Every model received some upgrades in the suspension and chassis department like getting a longer wheelbase and revised internal parts in the Sachs forks for a claimed increase in performance and durability. For the two strokes, the “racing” models don’t feature the oil injection system like the standard RR models do; however, they come pre-wired so it can easily be added if you would like.

Likewise, all race edition models feature a quick release front axle to speed up the process of changing a wheel during a race, flag style hand guards, and factory aluminum foot pegs that lighter and stronger while also providing a wider base for more control.

Additionally, they have a red anodized rear sprocket with steel teeth, red aluminum chain tensioner blocks, black Excel rims, and a racing seat that as a score card stitched onto the front of it. Lastly, they received a black anodized shifter and rear brake pedal, red anodized aluminum oil fill cap, engine oil cap and oil filter cap (four-stroke), red rim stickers, and finally some racing graphics that feature more blue than in the years past.

The models will be available in Beta dealers in December and they are also available through Beta’s BYOB (Build Your Own Beta) program. The pricing goes as follows: 250RR Race Edition and 300RR Race Edition are $8899, 350RR Race Edition is $9699(lower price than 2016), 390RR Race Edition is $9799, 430RR Race Edition is $9899, and the 480RR Race Edition is $9999.