2009 Beta Motorcycles - Dirt Rider Magazine

For 2009 Beta Motorcycles from Italy is offering 8 models for different types of off road competition and dual sport use. Starting with the popular RR models, these are available in a 400, 450, and 525 versions with new features such as lighter wheels, improved skid plate for easier servicing, redesigned fuel cap, softer seat foam, along with exciting new white colors and updated graphics. In addition to the popular RR series, two new versions will also be available that include a Rekluse (tm) Pro-Start auto clutch system. These new RR-a models are available in 450 and 525 versions. Both RR and RR-a models are California green sticker legal.Back for 2009 are the 450 and 525 RS models. These 50-state street legal Dual Sports are the big brothers to the RR models. Designed for the serious dual sport customer! With suspension settings similar to the off-road versions, these two models are for the rider who demands better performance. All 2009 RS models have the same improvements as the RR's.Also new for 2009 is the 450 RR-race. This limited build model features the same proven Beta chassis with added features such as 50mm Marzocchi(tm) closed cartridge forks, billet triple clamps, Leo Vince(tm) titanium exhaust with spark arrestor, special racing wheels, along with carbon fiber skid plate, frame guards, and rear air scoop. Only 20 examples of the 450 RR-race will be available in the US for 2009.All Beta motorcycles are handcrafted in Florence Italy and come with a limited warranty. 6 months on all RR , 12 month on the two RS's. With a winning history in the trials bike market, Beta shares their engineering skills with the off road division offering customers more performance as well as Italian design that is second to none. All models feature electric start with a kick start back up, quiet USFS approved spark arrestors, Braking(tm) rotors, Nissin calipers, Pirelli(tm) tires, and a parts delivery service that is unmatched in the industry. There are over 40 accessories available for your new Beta including a 3.2 gallon IMS(tm) tank, FMF Spark arrestor, as well as a host of other goodies.For more information or to locate a Beta dealer, log on to www.americanbeta.com