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• Beta RR 4T 430 the best compromise
• Models benefit from the new 10 millimeter flatter handlebars
• Beta models 2016 – what’s new?

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In the off-road sector, KTM and Husqvarna are almost overwhelming – but with beta …

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The best compromise between the 350, 390 and 430 and 480 models is the RR 4T 430. With full, easily controllable pressure from the lower rev range and a high revving for this displacement, the 430 covers the range between strolling speed in the undergrowth and the chase on the special stage perfectly.

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The French Synerject injection equipped with a stepper motor, with a slightly open throttle valve, ensures a noticeably low drag torque of the motors in overrun mode.

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… but since their premiere in 2010 they have also been inspiring with exceptionally fine running culture.

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With separate oil circuits for the engine housing and gearbox as well as a valve train via rocker arms, the four-stroke engines are not only technically up-to-date, …

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… in-house four-stroke singles.

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The 4-stroke: technically up to date and across all models with gasoline injection, thanks to the …

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While we’re seeing the 2-stroke Enduro here, MOTORRAD off-road tester Didi Lacher took the new 4-stroke models from Beta on a little (one) joyride.

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… Another competitor joins them – and with success.

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Beta models 2016 – this is new.

Beta RR 350, Beta RR 390, Beta RR 430 and Beta RR 480 in the test

Beta sports enduro bikes 2016

MOTORRAD off-road tester and multi-champion Didi Lacher rode the new 2016 injection models from Beta: Beta RR 350, Beta RR 390, Beta RR 430 and Beta RR 480.

S.Spectacular appearances are not Beta’s thing. The Italians pursue the technical development of the sport enduro range with more down-to-earth restraint. It was only this year that the men from Florence replaced the carburetor with an injection – and only on the 350 model. But the success proves the rational attitude right. With 2000 machines sold (600 sport enduros, 300 competition trialers, 1100 hiking trialers and mopeds), the Florentines brought most of the bikes in the company’s history to the offroad-savvy people in Germany this season.

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Beta RR 350, Beta RR 390, Beta RR 430 and Beta RR 480 in the test
Beta sports enduro bikes 2016

Beta changed nothing.

Beta RR 4T 430 the best compromise

The injection applied as one of the most important modifications in all four-stroke singles preserves the good manners across all models. Even more: The French Synerject injection, equipped with a stepper motor, with a slightly open throttle valve, ensures a noticeably low drag torque of the motors in overrun mode.

Logically, the biggest stew of the Beta RR 4T 480 with 478 cm³ profits from this. But even if the fat single is surprisingly cultivated for the big class (E3), very few of the tunnel riders will need its powerful punch and one floor below 450 cm³ limited E2 class certainly happier. As before, Beta continues to offer three engine variants with the 350, 390 and 430 models. The best compromise: the Beta RR 4T 430.

Enduro

Beta RR 350 EFI, Husqvarna FE 350, KTM 350 EXC-F and Sherco 300 SEF-R

350cc sports enduro in comparison test

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Sherco Sportenduros 2016 in the driving report

250 SEF-R, 300 SEF-R and 450 SEF-R

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Models benefit from the new 10 millimeter flatter handlebars

With full, easily controllable pressure from the lower speed range and a high revving pleasure that is pronounced for this cubic capacity, the 430 perfectly covers the range between strolling pace in the undergrowth and chasing times on the special stage. The 350 and 390 respectively behave more pleasantly in narrow terrain, but offer less punch in more aggressive vaporizing or deep ground.

All models benefit from the new 10 millimeter flatter handlebars. This makes it possible to put more pressure on the front wheel, making it easier to keep the inside lane, especially on terrain with little traction. It may not be spectacular, but it is promising. Like Beta’s development policy.

Beta models 2016 – what’s new?

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With separate oil circuits for the engine housing and gearbox as well as a valve train via rocker arms, the four-stroke engines are not only technically state-of-the-art, but have also impressed with their exceptionally fine running smoothness since their premiere in 2010.

Engine:

• Injection on all four-stroke engines (so far only on Beta RR 4T 350)
• Inlet and outlet ducts designed for better flow (only Beta RR 4T 430 and 480)
• Modified timing (only Beta RR 4T 480)
• Alternator power increased from 80 to 200 watts
• Switching mechanism lighter and less wear-resistant

Landing gear:

• Handlebar 10 mm flatter
• Reinforced frame on the strut mount
• Front fork with modified damping and reduced friction
• Tank made of transparent instead of black plastic for easier visual inspection of the fuel level
• Display with reserve indicator

Prices:

• Beta RR 350: 8890 euros
• Beta RR 390: 8990 euros
• Beta RR 430: 8990 euros
• Beta RR 480: 9190 euros

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