Beta has been building motorcycles for more than 115 years out of Florence, Italy, and the 2024 Beta 450 RX is officially the brand’s first four-stroke motocross bike. While the 2021 Beta 300 RX two-stroke provided entry into the modern motocross market, the 450 RX design is the manufacturer’s first to be completely new from the ground up. Featuring a five-speed transmission, separate compartments for both engine and transmission oils, KYB Air-Oil Separate (AOS) 48mm closed-cartridge coil-spring fork, KYB 50mm shock, along with unrivaled Italian styling, the 450 RX is one unique steed. Read on to learn more about the all-new machine and view an extremely detailed photo gallery.
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2024 Beta 450 RX Specs
MSRP: | $10,999 |
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Engine: | DOHC, liquid-cooled single-cylinder; 4 valves/cyl. |
Displacement: | 449cc |
Bore x Stroke: | 97.0 x 60.8mm |
Compression Ratio: | 13.4:1 |
Transmission/Final Drive: | 5-speed/chain |
Fuel System: | EFI w/ 46mm throttle body |
Clutch: | Wet, multiplate diaphragm; hydraulic actuation |
Frame: | Double-cradle chromoly steel |
Front Suspension: | KYB Air-Oil Separate (AOS) 48mm closed-cartridge coil-spring fork, compression and rebound damping adjustable; 12.0 in. travel |
Rear Suspension: | KYB shock, spring preload, high/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 11.8 in. travel |
Front Brake: | Nissin 2-piston caliper, 260mm floating disc |
Rear Brake: | Nissin 1-piston caliper, 240mm disc |
Tires, Front/Rear: | Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST; 80/100-21 / 120/80-19 |
Rake/Trail: | N/A |
Wheelbase: | 58.4 in. |
Ground Clearance: | 13.0 in. |
Claimed Seat Height: | 37.2 in. |
Fuel Capacity: | 1.8 gal. |
Claimed Wet Weight (Without Fuel): | 229 lb. |
Availability: | Now |
Contact: | betausa.com |