FIRST LOOK: BETA 2025 RR ‘RACE’ MODELS

It’s easy enough to get confused by the alphabet soup of model designations that motorcycle manufacturers ascribe to their machines. But when they alter their model-names from year to year, it can be especially discombobulating. Case in point: Beta’s off-road models in 2025.

So, to put things in perspective (before giving you the lowdown on what upgrades actually appear on the Italian brand’s race-ready 2025 enduro models), let’s do a quick take-stock of what’s what in Beta’s enduro bike line-up for 2025:

Up until 2025, Beta’s ‘standard’ enduro models (the predominantly red bikes with Sachs ZF fork and shock) get an “RR” prefix. But for the 2025 models, significant changes to the RR range’s design philosophy were accompanied by a name change. For 2025 (and onwards, we assume), the RR models are new called “RR X-Pro” models. For example, a 2025 RR300 X-Pro.
Up until 2025, Beta’s ‘up-specced’ enduro models (the distinctive red-white-and-blue machines with Kayaba fork and shock and a bunch of trick accessory parts as standard) used an “RR” prefix and “Racing” suffix. For example, their big-selling 300cc two-stroke was a RR300 Racing. For 2025, these top-shelf models will now be called “RR Race” models. In other words, that same 300cc two-stroke should now be referred to as a RR300 Race.

Get it? Got it? Good!

Now we can focus on what upgrades will appear on the 2025 RR Race range. Here’s an excerpt of Beta’s PR about their race-ready, red-white-and-blue enduro models…

Quick, precise and lean. Just like real racing bikes, Beta’s new race-ready RR Race models are changing their name and getting straight to the point, providing all off-road lovers with exceptional performance and zero compromises.

The 2025 RR Race bikes represent the race-ready versions of Beta’s newly introduced X-Pro models, with a series of modifications to the engine, suspension and frame, making them ideal for providing their best on the track. Designed for both low- and high-speed courses, the Race models will provide riders with the confidence and rideability that only Beta can deliver.

For model year 2025, there are a range of new features for the entire two- and four-stroke range, while others are specific to the individual models. So, let’s take a look at the new features shared across the range, and then the standout model-specific changes…

SHARED UPGRADES…

New CNC alloy footpegs: Redesigned to ensure maximum control at all times and no loss of contact with the bike, the 2025 RR Race models are fitted with new machined alloy racing footpegs with steel pins which are interchangeable. These are narrower than in the past to facilitate movement of feet, but better in terms of grip.
Front brake calliper: A lighter and higher-performance Nissin calliper compared to the previous component appears on the new Race models. This helps emphasise the bike’s handling, while maintaining braking power, progressiveness and modulation.
Larger rear wheel axle: The rear wheel axle size has been increased 2mm in diameter, for a total of 22mm. This new axle provides greater stiffness and torsional resistance, resulting in a bike that retains precise steering, even in the most violent accelerations. The rear swingarm has also been updated to accommodate the new axle.
Mapping switch on the handlebars: The mapping switch button is no longer located in the traditional position behind the steering tube; it is now on the handlebars, inside the bar pad, maintaining consistency with the X-Pro models. In the case of four-stroke models, both the mapping switch and the Traction Control button are in this new location which is easier to access.
Bodywork: The new superstructures recently introduced on the X-Pro have been incorporated in the 2025 RR Race with an aggressive and flashy new appearance, generating a complete restyling of the bike. The headlight mask, tank panels, sideplates and rear guard have been redesigned by Beta. The mask has a tapered design, while the rear guard and the tank panels are sleek and well connected, maintaining simple, tool-free access to the air filter, while retaining the push-button seat removal.

MODEL-SPECIFIC ENGINE UPDATES…

250CC 2T ENGINE MODS…

After making its debut on the previous 2024 300 Race model, the 250 now incorporates the new cylinder head with dual spark plug, improving the specifications of the engine. The delivery is more linear, and despite the increase in maximum power, the bike’s tractability is significantly greater. The use of the dual spark plug indeed provides numerous benefits:

It offers a cleaner-burning ignition along with an improvement in fuel consumption. This translates into greater carburation stability at all engine speeds, and a broader power delivery under all grip conditions.
The engine’s range of use is further extended, as both greater torque and more power are available.
The two spark plugs are managed with a completely separated electrical system. This means that, if one of the spark plugs should burn out, the engine will still be able to run, although with less efficiency, allowing the race or off-road session to be completed.

125CC 2T ENGINE MODS…

As it has repeatedly demonstrated, Beta believes in the potential of young people, and the manufacturer has once again chosen to highlight this with the new RR Race model-year 2025 bikes, making a series of changes to the small 125cc engine. The purpose of this update was to increase the power delivered by the 125 two-stroke along the entire delivery curve, intensifying the maximum peak horsepower available. This result has been made possible by a new piston and new cylinder head.
Thanks to these changes, the engine is more reactive, powerful and throaty, increasing even further the explosiveness of the maximum performance. The new 125cc engine therefore now has a greater range of use than in the past, where previous improvements had already raised the bar for the model, increasing power at high engine speeds without losing torque in the low-end.

2T OIL INJECTION…

On all two-stroke Racing models, the oil injection is not included. This is to reduce the overall weight of the bikes, but it can be added as an option (available in the Factory Parts catalogue).

4T ENGINES’ MODS…

All four-stroke Race models receive new crankcases, derived from the engine used on the RX450. The main benefit derived from the use of this new component lies in the smaller size and lighter weight compared to the previous model.
Aesthetically sleeker, the new four-stroke Race MY 2025 engine now leaves more space for the exhaust passage as well, facilitating installation, removal or replacement operations.

RACING COMPONENTS – ENTIRE RANGE

Unchanged, however, is the tried and tested suspension package and the special components of Beta’s race-ready version:

48mm Kayaba AOS closed cartridge fork: Anodised internal parts and the treatments administered to the materials minimise sliding friction, while adjustable compression and rebound damping let each rider find the perfect customisation of the setting.
Kayaba C46 RCU shock: The KYB shock can be seen as a gold standard in the racing scene in terms of its ability to absorb the roughness of the terrain, the level of traction transferred to the rear wheel, and the consistency of performance even under particularly heavy use. Adjustable for preload, compression (high- and low-speed) as well as rebound ensures riders can dial the suspension to his or her liking.
Quick-release front axle: Immediately recognisable by the red anodised alloy release lever, this component is crucial for saving precious seconds in a race when you need to change a tyre.
Reinforced handguards: The handguards feature a two-component material mould – not only to give the bike a racing look, but also make them especially hard-wearing in even the roughest off-road use.
Rear sprocket with anodised aluminium core and steel toothing by ZF Sprockets: Top-class performance, lightness and strength – the benefit of lightweight with steel teeth for long life.
Race seat: With non-slip cover and document holder pocket for unparalleled grip, comfort and practicality.
Anodised black gear lever and rear brake pedal.
Gearbox oil filler cap, engine oil filler cap and oil filter cap anodised red aluminium.
Chain tensioner blocks in red machined alloy.