The brand new 2025 Beta RR X-PRO mannequin sequence is already inflicting a stir amongst enduro riders. We had the chance to place the Beta RR X-PRO 200 and RR X-PRO 250 by their paces throughout an intensive journey in Utah. We traversed difficult sand dunes, rocky trails, and expansive desert terrain. Our impressions of the 2 2-stroke enduro bikes are complete and show that Beta has fulfilled many expectations with the brand new X-PRO sequence. The bikes needed to endure a complete of 10 powerful days of driving. We swapped bikes and had been in a position to collect a variety of impressions.
First impressions: Traditional two-strokes with fashionable options
The Beta RR X-PRO 200 and 250 will be described as traditional two-stroke enduro bikes. With their playful weight and maneuverable character, they’re excellent for tight, technical passages. Even when maneuvering and in slower sections, the low weight is noticeable, making certain glorious dealing with. Beta has managed to rework the standard benefits of a two-stroke engine, comparable to low weight and sudden torque, into accessible dealing with. Downhill, the bike stays steady and conveys the sensation of being mild and controllable, even on harder terrain.
Ergonomics and options: Effectively thought out, however in want of adjustment
The ergonomics of the Beta X-PRO fashions are total well-designed. The seating place permits for fast switching between the entrance and rear positions, which is advantageous on technical trails. Personally, nevertheless, I’d have most popular a handlebar riser of 10 to fifteen mm for an much more snug place. Nevertheless, at 185 cm, I at all times mount handlebar risers on all my private onerous enduro bikes. The controls, grip recesses, and common part placement appear well-thought-out and complex. The seat affords good grip and permits for versatile maneuvering with out shedding grip.
Impressions on sand and within the dunes: energy and precision
The Betas absolutely demonstrated their strengths on the quick sand passages in Sand Valley. Due to their robust torque and exact throttle response, we had been in a position to simply deal with the lengthy, full-throttle stretches within the dunes. Even in excessive temperatures and below intense masses, the bikes confirmed no indicators of overheating or a drop in energy, indicating environment friendly cooling and engine administration. We had been impressed by their constant efficiency even below excessive situations. Nevertheless, the comparatively excessive oil consumption was noticeable. After three intensive days of driving, a contemporary load of two-stroke oil was needed—a facet that ought to positively be stored in thoughts on longer rides. The carbureted two-stroke engine however demonstrated flexibility and reliability, even below drastic temperature fluctuations and important elevation adjustments. We rode sections between 800 meters and nearly 2500 meters. We set the jets to 1500 meters. This obtained us by splendidly.
Technical passages: Deal with dealing with and stability
The Beta as soon as once more excelled on the technically demanding path sections over rocks and stones. Each fashions supplied glorious traction and exact steering, even at gradual speeds. The bikes’ stability was spectacular, and even longer, rocky sections weren’t a serious problem. The suspension effectively absorbed bumps and allowed for snug progress. The adjustment vary was sensible. On the very quick washboard trails, the enduro suspension reached its limits. However total, the vary of choices was very broad.
The direct comparability: Beta RR X-PRO 200 vs. 250
It is thrilling to expertise a direct comparability between the 2 fashions. Whereas my colleague Clemens most popular the 250 and would even select the 300, I discovered one thing to love about each bikes. The 200 was characterised by its energetic and accessible dealing with, which was significantly spectacular in slender, technical sections. Instantly showing obstacles require technical ability, comparable to exact clutch use or extra gear adjustments. Then again, the 200 stays extra composed on connecting phases and is extra forgiving of minor errors, comparable to jerky maneuvers with the throttle. It merely rides extra energy-efficiently. The 250, however, excelled in sections the place excessive efficiency is required for a short while, comparable to in deep sand and all of the sudden showing obstacles. Right here, the 250 had the benefit because of its higher energy reserves. Total, the 200 proved to be the extra maneuverable and playful mannequin, whereas the 250 affords extra energy and assertiveness. Although the 200 requires a bit extra precision, I might suggest it to cautious pilots. It is actually snug to drive and a bit quieter at partial throttle.
Workmanship and design: plus factors and minor flaws
One adverse side of each fashions was the sturdiness of the graphic stickers. After simply a short while, indicators of damage appeared, significantly on the aspect covers, the place the stickers had been rapidly scraped off by boots. Beta ought to enhance this, as the looks of a brand new bike can rapidly deteriorate. On the constructive aspect, nevertheless, each fashions are robustly constructed. Even after contact with the bottom by my colleague and the information, there was solely a small scratch on the rubber grip, an indication of the strong development. The newly put in magnetic swap was a bit annoying. This was mounted on the 200 and is a sort of emergency cease magnetic key. A good suggestion in precept, however the factor wasn’t sturdy sufficient in observe. Throughout quick phases over bumps, there have been repeated contact issues. We eliminated the annoying half and in any other case there have been no technical issues with the three bikes.
Chassis and flexibility: Versatile, however too stiff as commonplace
All through the week, I repeatedly adjusted the suspension. The inventory setting was typically too stiff for me, so I considerably softened the rebound and compression damping on the entrance and rear, nearly to the boundaries of the adjustment vary. This labored splendidly in lots of sections. However each time we encountered quick sandy tracks, I adjusted the suspension a bit, and it was good to see how rapidly the adjustments took impact. So, all through the tour, I at all times tried to strike a very good stability between consolation and stability. It seems that Betas are versatile if you happen to alter the suspension accordingly.
Technical knowledge
| Engine and drive | |
|---|---|
| Variety of cylinders | 1 |
| Timing | 2-stroke |
| cooling | fluid |
| lubrication | combination |
| displacement | 190.2 cc |
| drilling | 62 mm |
| Hub | 63 mm |
| compression | 13.65 |
| Combination preparation | carburetor |
| starter | Electrical |
| coupling | Multi-disc in oil bathtub |
| ignition | CDI, Kokusan |
| drive | Chain |
| Variety of gears | 6 |
| chassis | |
| Body | Chromium-molybdenum |
| Body development | double loop |
| Entrance suspension | |
| suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork |
| diameter | 48 mm |
| Suspension journey | 295 mm |
| Rear suspension | |
| suspension | double-sided swing arm |
| shock absorber | Monoshock |
| Suspension journey | 290 mm |
| Entrance brakes | |
| Sort | Single pane |
| diameter | 260 mm |
| Pistons | Two-piston |
| Recording | floating saddle |
| Rear brakes | |
| Sort | disc |
| diameter | 240 mm |
| Pistons | Single piston |
| Recording | floating saddle |
| Driver help techniques | |
| Help techniques | Traction management |
| Knowledge and dimensions | |
| Entrance tire width | 90 mm |
| Entrance tire peak | 90% |
| Entrance tire diameter | 21 inches |
| Rear tire width | 140 mm |
| Rear tire peak | 80% |
| Rear tire diameter | 18 inches |
| size | 2167 mm |
| Width | 830 mm |
| Top | 1270 mm |
| wheelbase | 1477 mm |
| Seat peak of | 930 mm |
| Dry weight | 97 kg |
| Tank capability | 9.5 l |
| attain | 327 km |
| Mixed CO² emissions | 67 g/km |
| Mixed gasoline consumption | 2.9 l/100km |
Conclusion: Sturdy efficiency and likeable look
The Beta RR X-PRO 200 and 250 MY 2025 proved in our intensive testing in Utah that they’re true workhorses for demanding off-road situations. Each fashions supply a traditional two-stroke really feel with fashionable expertise and a profitable mixture of energy, dealing with, and flexibility. The 200 impresses with its playful, accessible dealing with and is ideal for riders who worth lightness and precision. The 250 affords extra energy and reserves. Each bikes supplied glorious beginning traits and appeared very sturdy and dependable through the lengthy tour. The looks was extraordinarily interesting, and we actually fell in love with the bikes. An important addition to the market!
