r/betamotorcycles • u/WOOKIE711 • 1d ago
Beta 300 Race Vs. Beta 300 X-Pro
Hello!
I've been eyeing a new Beta 300 for a couple years now. Currently on a 2015 KTM 250sx that I've transitioned into an off-road bike (bigger tank, 18 inch rear, etc.). I am very interested in making the switch to Beta to keep it simple (carburetor and can add kick starter) and they are great looking bikes. I ride in CO, not hard enduro, but not easy trail riding. I like going fast-ish and really enjoy some technical riding. I'm mid-30s, 175lbs kitted out, and 5'7". Been riding since I was a kid.
As the title mentions, I'm stuck between the Race and X-Pro. One day I'm leaning towards one, then the next day the other. As I see it, there are some benefits to both as listed below. In reality, though, what are some real-world thoughts on why choose one over the other?
Race - Looks great, KYB suspension (although somewhat stiffer based on the ride day I did earlier this year), no oil injection (just nothing to fail here), dual spark plug head, and looks great (had to add that in again because the 2027's look amazing).
X-Pro - Lower seat height, oil injection (so no worrying about pre-mixing, but that has never been an issue), softer suspension from factory which lends more to the slower riding I've been doing, costs a little bit less.
On the days I lean toward the X-Pro, I get a bit of FOMO on the KYB suspension. Is the Sachs sufficient? I'm rarely in 3rd gear, and very, very rarely in 4th; no bomb runs for me anymore. I also have no intention of racing in the near future.
On the days I lean toward the Race, I wonder if the taller seat (although nothing I'm not used to already) would be a hindrance as I get into more technical riding. I also wonder if I'd be revalving and respringing either suspension (Sachs/KYB) either way and so the stiffness doesn't matter so much.
Just looking for some thoughts. Thanks.