Autumn is here, and while everyone else wraps themselves up cosily at home, the most hardcore enduro enthusiasts will be getting out there to put the new RR Racing MY 2022 range through its paces!
The EnduroGp championship is drawing to a close and Beta’s riders are more focused than ever on getting the best out of their bikes. So, what better time than this for Beta to give the public a chance to own race-ready versions of the RR 2Str-4Str range launched in June?
In keeping with Betamotor traditions, the bikes of the RR Racing range come complete with everything needed to transform the Enduro models of the Tuscan brand into machines ready to race in the toughest conditions and the most competitive events.
For the MY 2022 version, the engineers at Rignano sull’Arno have worked on developing upgrades for both the suspension and the powertrain, while keeping all the styling and functional details you’d expect from a race-focused version from Beta.
As the standard version, the racing range is also made up of 8 different models, each with its own unique character and strengths.
350CC
This is the easiest-to-handle bike in the 4-stroke model range; it favors high-rev riding yet retains a very linear power output.
390CC
With an ideal handling to power ratio, its winning feature lies in its outstanding traction.
430CC
A high-performance engine that is at its best when the rider exploits the long gearing and significant torque.
480CC
This bike best expresses itself in wide open spaces.
Its characteristics are similar to the 430 model but with even greater torque and power, suitable for more expert and physically fit riders.
In keeping with the pure racing traditions of Beta, each bike in the RR Racing MY 2022 differs from the respective standard bike in a number of different aspects: with a series of racing parts shared across the range, such as handguards and components in red ergal alloy, and certain specific elements for each model. Let’s take a look at these in detail.
Racing components:
Suspension
48 mm Kayaba AOS closed cartridge fork: you can’t talk about suspension of these bikes without mentioning the closed cartridge fork by KYB, the leading brand in Enduro for years, whose products have once again been chosen for the MY 2022 models. This product has been continuously honed and improved through collaboration between Beta and Kayaba, giving
shape to a highly specialised component that not only maximises the performance of RR Racing bikes, but also makes this performance even more accessible. Anodised internal parts minimise sliding friction, while adjustable compression and rebound damping let each rider find the perfect setting. Betamotor’s engineers have, however, revised the calibration of this component, chiefly to improve comfort during initial compression, when shocks from the terrain are transmitted to the rider.
Oil mixer
For the models of the RR Racing 2Str MY 2022 family, Beta has decided to stick with its choice of doing away with an automatic mixer, so that these race bikes continue to set benchmarks for lightness and, as a result, agility. RR Racing 2Str bikes must therefore be fuelled with oil/petrol pre-mix ̶ a characteristic accentuating the thoroughbred racing nature of this version.
These bikes can still be fitted with an aftermarket oil mixer, available as an accessory from the Beta Factory Parts catalogue.
Traction control – RR Racing 4Str
The most significant new feature in the 4Str range is the introduction of traction control – a first on an RR bike. Advances in motorcycle technology are giving shape to new components and systems usable even on enduro bikes, which let the rider make more effective use of the vehicle in all possible conditions. To make the performance of its models, and of its bigger displacement bikes in particular, ever more accessible to the rider in any situation, in addition to user-selectable electronic engine management maps, Beta has now introduced a new traction control function.
The TC function can be engaged at any time from a new button on the control panel in the usual position between the steering tube and the fuel tank. As both the TC function and engine map selection function are controlled from this panel, it now has two control buttons and two separate indicator LEDs for the two functions.
This product has been continuously honed and improved through collaboration between Beta and Kayaba, giving shape to a highly specialised component that not only maximises the performance of RR Racing bikes, but also makes this performance even more accessible.
Anodised internal parts minimise sliding friction, while adjustable compression and rebound damping let each rider find the perfect setting. Betamotor’s engineers have, however, revised the calibration of this component, chiefly to improve comfort during initial compression, when shocks from the terrain are transmitted to the rider.
The most significant new feature in the 4Str range is the introduction of traction control – a first on an RR bike. Advances in motorcycle technology are giving shape to new components and systems usable even on enduro bikes, which let the rider make more effective use of the vehicle in all possible conditions. To make the performance of its models, and of its bigger displacement bikes in particular, ever more accessible to the rider in any situation, in addition to user-selectable electronic engine management maps, Beta has now introduced a new traction control function.
Frame
Molybdenum steel with double cradle split above
the exhaust port
Wheelbase
1490 mm
Max length
2180 mm
Max width
815 mm
Max height
1270 mm
Seat height
940 mm
Ground clearance
320 mm
Footrest height
413 mm
Dry weight
107,5 kg (front 52,7 kg; rear 54,8 kg)
Fuel tank capacity
9,0 l
Reserve
2,3 l
Cooling system capacity
1,4 l
Front suspension
Hydraulic USD fork with ø 48 mm shaft
Rear suspension
Monoshock with progressive compound lever
Shock absorber stroke
135 mm
Front wheel travel
295 mm
Rear wheel travel
290 mm
Front brake
Wave disc ø260 mm and double-piston floating
caliper
Rear brake
Wave disc ø240 mm and single-piston floating
caliper
Front rim
21 x 1,6 – 36 holes
Rear rim
18 x 2,15 – 36 holes
Front tyre
90/90 – 21
Rear tyre
140/80 -18
Type
Single cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
Bore
88 mm
Stroke
57,4 mm
Displacement
349,1 cc
Compression ratio
13,19:1
Valve train
DOHC finger follower / 4 titanium valve
Starter
Electric starter
ACG
Kokusan
Spark plug
NGK LKAR 8A-9
Lubrication
2 oil pumps
Fuel system
Synerject dual electronic injection
Throttle body
Ø 42 mm – Synerject
Clutch
wet multi-disc clutch
Primary drive
Z.28/76
Transmission
6 gears
Final transmission
chain
Engine oil
SAE 10W/50 0,8 l. + SAE 10W/40 0,8 l.
Consumption l/100 km
3,84
Pollution Co2 [g/km]
93
Frame
Molybdenum steel with double cradle split above
the exhaust port
Wheelbase
1490 mm
Max length
2180 mm
Max width
815 mm
Max height
1270 mm
Seat height
940 mm
Ground clearance
320 mm
Footrest height
413 mm
Dry weight
107,5 kg (front 52,7 kg; rear 54,8 kg)
Fuel tank capacity
9,0 l
Reserve
2,3 l
Cooling system capacity
1,4 l
Front suspension
Hydraulic USD fork with ø 48 mm shaft
Rear suspension
Monoshock with progressive compound lever
Shock absorber stroke
135 mm
Front wheel travel
295 mm
Rear wheel travel
290 mm
Front brake
Wave disc ø260 mm and double-piston floating
caliper
Rear brake
Wave disc ø240 mm and single-piston floating
caliper
Front rim
21 x 1,6 – 36 holes
Rear rim
18 x 2,15 – 36 holes
Front tyre
90/90 – 21
Rear tyre
140/80 -18
Type
Single cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
Bore
88 mm
Stroke
63,4 mm
Displacement
385,4 cc
Compression ratio
12,48:1
Valve train
DOHC finger follower / 4 titanium valve
Starter
Electric starter
ACG
Kokusan
Spark plug
NGK LKAR 8A-9
Lubrication
2 oil pumps
Fuel system
Synerject dual electronic injection
Throttle body
Ø 42 mm – Synerject
Clutch
wet multi-disc clutch
Primary drive
Z.28/76
Transmission
6 gears
Final transmission
chain
Engine oil
SAE 10W/50 0,8 l. + SAE 10W/40 0,8 l.
Consumption l/100 km
3,89
Pollution Co2 [g/km]
94
Frame
Molybdenum steel with double cradle split above
the exhaust port
Wheelbase
1490 mm
Max length
2180 mm
Max width
815 mm
Max height
1270 mm
Seat height
940 mm
Ground clearance
320 mm
Footrest height
413 mm
Dry weight
108,5 kg (front 53,2 kg; rear 55,3 kg)
Fuel tank capacity
9,0 l
Reserve
2,3 l
Cooling system capacity
1,3 l
Front suspension
Hydraulic USD fork with ø 48 mm shaft
Rear suspension
Monoshock with progressive compound lever
Shock absorber stroke
135 mm
Front wheel travel
295 mm
Rear wheel travel
290 mm
Front brake
Wave disc ø260 mm and double-piston floating
caliper
Rear brake
Wave disc ø240 mm and single-piston floating
caliper
Front rim
21 x 1,6 – 36 holes
Rear rim
18 x 2,15 – 36 holes
Front tyre
90/90 – 21
Rear tyre
140/80 -18
Type
Single cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
Bore
95 mm
Stroke
60,8 mm
Displacement
430,9 cc
Compression ratio
12,33:1
Valve train
DOHC finger follower / 4 titanium valve, intake titanium,
exhaust steel
Starter
Electric starter
ACG
Kokusan
Spark plug
NGK LKAR 8A-9
Lubrication
2 oil pumps
Fuel system
Synerject dual electronic injection
Throttle body
Ø 42 mm – Synerject
Clutch
wet multi-disc clutch
Primary drive
Z.31/72
Transmission
6 gears
Final transmission
chain
Engine oil
SAE 10W/50 0,8 l. + SAE 10W/40 0,8 l.
Consumption l/100 km
3,887
Pollution Co2 [g/km]
94
Frame
Molybdenum steel with double cradle split above
the exhaust port
Wheelbase
1490 mm
Max length
2180 mm
Max width
815 mm
Max height
1270 mm
Seat height
940 mm
Ground clearance
320 mm
Footrest height
413 mm
Dry weight
108,5 kg (front 53,3 kg; rear 55,2 kg)
Fuel tank capacity
9,0 l
Reserve
2,3 l
Cooling system capacity
1,3 l
Front suspension
Hydraulic USD closecartridge fork with ø 48 mm shaft
Rear suspension
Monoshock with progressive compound lever
Shock absorber stroke
135 mm
Front wheel travel
295 mm
Rear wheel travel
290 mm
Front brake
Wave disc ø260 mm and double-piston floating
caliper
Rear brake
Wave disc ø240 mm and single-piston floating
caliper
Front rim
21 x 1,6 – 36 holes
Rear rim
18 x 2,15 – 36 holes
Front tyre
90/90 – 21
Rear tyre
140/80 -18
Type
Single cylinder, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled
Bore
100 mm
Stroke
60,8 mm
Displacement
477,5 cc
Compression ratio
11,86:1
Valve train
DOHC finger follower / 4 valve, intake titanium,
exhaust steel
Starter
Electric starter
ACG
Kokusan
Spark plug
NGK LKAR 8A-9
Lubrication
2 oil pumps
Fuel system
Synerject dual electronic injection
Throttle body
Ø 42 mm – Synerject
Clutch
wet multi-disc clutch
Primary drive
Z.31/72
Transmission
6 gears
Final transmission
chain
Engine oil
SAE 10W/50 0,8 l. + SAE 10W/40 0,8 l.
Consumption l/100 km
4,22
Pollution Co2 [g/km]
102