Dirt Bikes

2022 Beta 200 RR Race Edition Technical Information

An Italian machine with an abundance of performance and cosmetic upgrades.

December 6, 2022

The 2022 Beta 200 RR Race Edition looks great and performs equally well.Jeff Allen

The 2022 Beta 200 RR Race Edition has new features and a few additional factory upgrades over the standard model. This is the Italian manufacturer’s race-oriented, hard enduro–specific model. Some of the Race Edition enhancements include a KYB Air-Oil Separate (AOS) 48mm closed-cartridge coil-spring fork, larger footpegs, front axle pull for quick wheel removal, dual-ring rear sprocket, red rear chain guide, Metzeler Six Day Off Road tires, Rtech Vertigo hand guards, and stunning factory race team graphics. Another interesting difference is that to save weight, this bike uses premix fuel unlike the oil-injected 200 RR standard model. Let’s take a look at some of the 200 RR Race Edition’s unique features.

Beta’s 199cc two-stroke engine is counterbalanced to eliminate all vibration. For 2022, the Italian manufacturer updated the cylinder head, which now features the new Beta Progressive Valve (BPV) power valve system to increase midrange and top-end power.Jeff Allen

A properly tuned Keihin PWK 36mm carburetor can outperform electronic fuel injection (EFI) two-strokes for seat-of-the-pants response and torque.Jeff Allen

The KYB Air-Oil Separate (AOS) 48mm closed-cartridge coil-spring fork is specific to the Race Edition and has been revalved for MY22.Jeff Allen

Large billet aluminum footpegs to ensure you have complete control of the 200 RR Race Edition.Jeff Allen

A quick-pull front axle allows for faster wheel changes.Jeff Allen

The fuel tank looks small and is mounted nice and low, but holds 2.5 gallons of premixed fuel.Jeff Allen

Beta’s electric start system works flawlessly, but for those who like to have an emergency backup, there is an accessory kickstart add-on option.Jeff Allen

For slippery conditions, an optional rain map noticeably mellows out the engine’s hit and improves traction.Jeff Allen

With an O-ring chain and dual-ring rear sprocket, you should go a long time without replacing the chain and sprockets.Jeff Allen

You won’t find a restrictive spark arrestor in the 200 RR Race Edition silencer.Jeff Allen

The Beta comes prewired with a complete light kit. The brake light is included, but the turn signals are missing.Jeff Allen

A small dashboard with basic information comes standard.Jeff Allen

The Beta An unusually large 15-tooth countershaft sprocket comes standard. It’s advisable to change it out for a 14-tooth.Jeff Allen