2017 Beta 125 RR-S (street legal)

[typeone]

new model for 2017, 125cc street legal DS'er...

$4,999



Engine Specs:
Type: Italian built single cylinder, 4 valve 4-stroke, liquid cooled
Bore: 52 mm
Stroke: 58.6 mm
Displacement: 124.45cc
Compression Ratio: 11.2:1
Ignition: CDI (TCI) |
Spark Plug: NGK CR8E
Lubrication: Oil pump w/cartridge oil filter Oil Capacity 1000 cc
Carburetor: Mikuni 26 mm
Clutch: Wet multi-disc
Transmission: 6-speed
Final Drive: Chain

Chassis Specs:
Frame: Molybdenum steel/double cradle
Wheelbase: 56.7”
|Seat Height: 35” (with 25mm of static sag)
Ground Clearance: 13” Footrest Height: 15.7”
Dry Weight: 219 lbs. dry
Fuel Tank Capacity: 1.6 US gallons
Front Suspension: 41 mm USD fork
Rear Suspension: Steel body shock w/adjustable spring preload
Front Wheel Travel: 10.3”
Rear Wheel Travel: 10.6”
Final Gearing: 14t front, 63t rear
Front Brake: 260mm rotor
Rear Brake: 220mm rotor
Front/Rear Rim: 21” (Front) 18” (Rear)
Front/Rear Tire: Michelin Enduro Competition (DOT Approved)
Warranty: 12 month Limited Warranty

MSRP: $4999.00

[csmutty]

If only that was a 2 stroke...

[typeone]

amen, brother

[Kurlon]

If only that was a 2 stroke...

I have an 8lb sledge that says we can fit a 2 stroke in there...

[myzx6]

I have an 8lb sledge that says we can fit a 2 stroke in there...

Don't need a sledge, just remove 2 of the 4 strokes and don't forget to install a powerband, easy as pie!!!

[Paul_E_D]

I dunno. Seems like a pretty cool offering just as it is. Hammers down boys.

[breakdirt916]

sweeeeeet!!

I'd rock that mini around town, after work on trails, on sumo tracks, and stunt spot wheelies!

but ya...2-smoke = mo betta

[breakdirt916]

actually no...as a noob sucky rider, I'd *much* prefer a 4t for something as stupid as this (week or 2 ago):



uggghhh

almost reg'd for this on the yz...no thanks!

it seems to me way, way easier on an XR200R or xt225...low/rearward COG, you can just sit, lean back to stick the rear tire, let the pogo stick plush suspension absorb the bumps...now add more power, better suspension, and e-start = beta...I'd rock it!

[nhbubba]

I'l bite. Why a 4t for that? (I only watched the climb shit-show at the beginning.) I know I'm not really one to talk, but some of those guys look like they have no idea wtf they are doing. I've found it's easier to ride a motorcycle when you're actually on it. Also immensely harder when you stop with your front wheel at the bottom of the biggest obstacle you can find.



I think this is the one he talks about weighting the rear to maintain traction and how shockingly low 2t's can go before they "flame out" once you learn their thresholds.

[Paul_E_D]

I absolutely guarantee that we would all make it farther on a challenge like that in the 125 playbike than on our won high performance bikes. I would go one further and say we would make it further with 19/16 wheels and floppy suspension. Power, height and stiffness are all working against you in these conditions. Bottom the fuck out of it. Who cares. pin it. No problem. Sure as hell aren't tipping over.

[nhbubba]

Bust out the oars and paddle away?!

[Chippertheripper]

Bhavesh, you belong on a Lark.

[Paul_E_D]

Bust out the oars and paddle away?!

Yes, when things are really nasty, that is what happens. Might as well be on something you can actually paddle, and that won't entirely exhaust you.

[typeone]

no thanks on the 125 DS'er, i'll stick with my 250cc 2T enduro bike for that section

[breakdirt916]

Paul - am I reading your posts correctly? Opposite day?

@bubba - yes, it's an AMA dual sport event...same as LAB2V guys...bunch of amateurs having fun(?)...I would say same level as most people in here?

@typeone - I never rode a beta 2 stroke ensure, but I'd still bet it's easier than 2 stroke MX in a section like that...the stiff suspension, tall COG/riding height, and explosive power are too much for a 1st gear paddle walk

[Paul_E_D]

Hahaa, bottom line is I love all dirty bikes, but I know from experience that I can tackle harder stuff, ride more aggressive, slide better, jump better, do pretty much everything better on bikes that are a little smaller and a lot less powerful. I'm only on this kick because everyone on NESR always recommends more power.

[MHenry600]

So how does this compare to other small bore dual sports, say a CRF250L? Obviously it's lighter, but I figure less power as well. The Beta is much sexier, that's for sure.

[Paul_E_D]

Similar bike to the KLX, half the motor. For the honda, split the difference. LOL

[maxim_X]

I'll take the old 300 with the cheater clutch on any hill over any bike I can think of. Especially that one break dirt poster. That video bubba posted had some good info. I like practicing slow on medium difficulty hills and stopping.

[typeone]

Review: 2017 Beta 125 RR-S Review | Dual Sport Torture Test

[Kurlon]

That would have been a nice bike to consider a few years ago when we opted for the TT-R125LE for my wife. A touch more spunk, street legal, slightly roomier chassis for an adult, full size wheels, and not a huge jump in price. Based on reported top speed, the CRF250L suddenly looks far less appealing.

[breakdirt916]

tested at los padres black diamonds! I gotta check it out!!!

but that description is spot on...the low/mid-mid power delivery is ideal for tricky technical trail riding...not like the bonzai 2-stroke 125

[typeone]

sharp looking machine. dealer stock in Mich.. .

[Chippertheripper]

WFO all the time. Like a scooter, but with suspension.

[TheIglu]

After riding both a 125 and 200 two smoke, I can't see the benefit of more peak HP. Smaller bikes (dimensionally) would make SO much sense for the type of gross rocky rooty woods riding I do.