Here’s a look at the 2010 Beta RR 50 motard and enduro models, with the standard versions already available on the market. There will be two versions available - standard and racing - with the Enduro model coming with 21-inch or 18-inch tread tyres, and the motard available with 17-inch road tyres.

The Beta RR Enduro 50 has a new look which is now more similar to the rest of the Beta RR family. Some technical aspects has been updated, including a front pump brake and greater steering angle for more stability. The RR Enduro Standard costs 2,490 euros, while the RR Enduro Racing costs 2,950 euros.

The Beta RR Motard 50 has the same modifications as the enduro model, and now includes a digital multifunction instrument panel and improved electronics for better use from the lights. The standard version costs 2,690 euros and the racing model costs another 200 euros.

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The Beta Motard family is growing, with the RR range now available in road version, including the 50 Standard model, right up to the professional 400, 450 and 525 4T models. The RR Motard 50 Standard is the latest arrival and is offered at a really competitive price of only 2,690 euros.

The 50cc Beta models will now include three options, with the Standard being joined by the RR Motard 50 Track and RR Motard 50. Compared to the latter, the Standard version is available in white, red and black, with a black saddle, analogue instrumentation and some small mechanical differences.

The RR 400, 450, and 525 4T versions are now available as Supermotard versions. Previously a customer could purchase the enduro version, then pass to the supermotard with a Beta road wheel kit, but now customers can also go the other way.

These new Beta types also have the capacity to carry a passenger (as opposed to the RR motard fit only for the rider), which can still be the case even if swapping from the supermotard, back to the enduro. The range is completed by the RR Motard 125 four-stroke and the M4.

Prices are as follows: RR Motard 50 Standard 2,690 euros, RR Motard 50 2,890 euros, RR Motard 50 Track 3,050 euros, RR Motard 125 4T 2,990 euros, RR Motard 400 4T and RR Motard 450 4T 8,550 euros, and the RR Motard 525 4T 8,850 euros.

Source | Beta Motor

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For the new trial bikes, Beta EVO 2009, official accessories are available that modify the engine’s performance. A change in look is possile, along with the Long Range kit that improves comfort and transmission.

Various parts and kits are available for the Evo 4T (both 250 and 300cc versions) that increase performance by 2hp and torque at lower revs, by 16 percent. A new piston reduces compression ratio and keeps riding style.

A racing kit for the EVO 4T is also available with titanium parts including valves and cam heads. Revs are increased, giving the engine an extra 26 percent power.

Continue reading: 2009 kits for the Beta Evo 2T and 4T

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Fans of mud, dirt and dust will be happy to know that the glorious Beta brand has occupied itself in updating its RR Enduro 4T model. The Beta RR Enduro model for 2009 has undergone some improvements, focusing on its agility and riding quality.

The biggest change is in the fork with an even more precise hydraulic control with a reprogrammed interior. The rear monoshock has had some retouches to the calibration to optimise its function.

The professional Excel wheels have saved 900 grams on the weight compared to the previous model, and have a considerable advantage in terms of agility and reactivity. In the photo gallery you can find the entire range from the Beta 50cc to the 525cc. The look changes slightly with a version in white added to the range, with red graphics. The seat also has a new, more comfortable cover for more kilometres of fun.

Continue reading: Beta RR Enduro 4T 2009

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The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has announced that it will be opposing a plan by U.S trade officials that could double the cost of some European motorcycles imported into the United States.

It would impose a 100 percent import duty on more than 100 European goods, including motorcycles with engines sized between 51cc and 500cc, hitting such companies as Aprilia, Beta, BMW, Fantic, Gas Gas, Husaberg, Husqvarna, KTM, Montesa, Piaggio, Scorpa, Sherco, TM and Vespa.

Designed in retaliation to European Union’s 20-year-old import ban on American beef infused with steroids and hormones, despite a World Trade Organization order to end it. The United States wants to impose $116.8 million in import duties to equal the amount of money it claims the U.S. beef industry loses each year because of the ban.

Continue reading: Motorbikes and Beef?

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The latest Evoluzione from Beta is a new trial bike that really shows the style of this company. Evo is a pure trial bike, with a combination of technology, lightweight chassis and excellent weight distribution.

The new frame is in alloy giving the trial bike strength and agility. The centre of gravity has been carefully studied to improve the dynamic aspects of this bike, and give it the added flexibility required in this sport.

A new shock absorber has been used with an updated progressive leverage system, while the new fork was developed in collaboration with Paioli. Engines available are two or four stroke, with the new 290 2T available with its impressive torque at low revs. Check our our gallery of the new Beta Evo trial bike.

Continue reading: Beta Evo: uncompromising trial bike

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The Beta Urban takes on a Special look in a particular version that comes across as a kind of city scrambler with some captivating technical characteristics.

The chassis is in white and contrasts with the brilliant red at the rear. The seat is twin colour, while on the wheels is a classic stripe, with new alloy spokes. Completing the package is a nice alluminium handle, new brake design and a sports muffler.

The Urban is increasingly becoming a special motorcycle - light, agile, and capable of stunt moves. It’s an urban jungle out there - get yourself something to survive and have fun doing it.

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Monday is scooter day on Twowheels blog, it seems, as we take a look at the Garelli GSP 50. In addition to the XO 125/150 ie that Garelli presented at the Eicma show, this racing scooter was also on display.

Garelli designed all the details, including the engine, combining colours, performance and technology worthy of superbike status fun, but also safety. The racing nature can be seen in the agressive lines and air intakes essential for the liquid cooled engine.

The chassis has been studied to provide for a sports riding position, reinforced by the light alloy 13-inch wheels, and 130mm lowered tyres.

Continue reading: Garelli GSP 50

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I really like the Beta slogan: “The play bike”. I don’t why, but perhaps it’s because at this end of the market, it’s far more evocative than all the talk of latest technology, cutting edge design etc etc.

Still, given its experience, and we can see with a trial bike that it’s field experience that counts, Beta has got some innovation up its sleeve that’s a long way from the defined idea of trial bikes. This innovation has been invested in the EVO, which is a trial bike that starts with the chassis, around which the rest of the motorcycle is based. Here, chassis is everything.

This alloy single beam frame is all about strength and rigidity, with the lightest weight possible. This is classic motorcycle design, getting back to basics with study on the centre of gravity and weight distribution. The new two stroke will be around at the end of this month, while the four stroke will be available from the end of November. See after the jump for the official specs from the Beta site.

Continue reading: Preview: Beta EVO 2008 2T and 4T

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