I've had one for 4 years. Mods help where applicable, but the platform is extremely capable off the showroom. I won't sell my 2017. Now that I think about it, I have yet to ride a bike that is so compliant, so forgiving for it's capabilities...big hit MX tracks aside. It eats the woods and rocks for breakfast. Bravo Beta!
Its shocking how much better it works in tight technical single track than a standard enduro bike. it works well enough in more open terrain to not spoil your ride.
I guess reviewers like to pull the "for less experienced" line. Actually it's a great bike for any level rider. Yes I can bottom mine at times, but overall it's the most fun ride ever. I let a friend ride mine and he sold his 2021 KTM 300 and bought a 2022 X Trainer. No looking back. Bikes should not be hard to ride and this bike is fantastic. It is also a bargain. Like all Beta - worst kickstand in the world. i also had problems with my battery draining. Despite these couple of issues (Beta sells a kit to fix the lousy stand instead of just taking care of it from the factory) It is still super super fun to ride. Before my Cross Trainer I rode a Husqvarna 250 4 stroke. I ride in the woods. Yep if I rode in the desert I'd be on something else - but for 95% of my riding this is THE bike.
@@captainamerica9353 The stock Beta kickstand (at least on my year) was shaped like a ski pole at the bottom. Ridiculous. It would not hold the bike up in soft terrain. My stand actually folded under the bike and snapped completely off right at the frame gusset. A trip to the welder repaired it as the frame itself was not damaged - it was a clean break. I also added the bigger pad Beta sells you instead of including it on the bike. (Maybe they include it now in 2022)? As far as the battery discharging - that was something I struggled with - two standard batteries and now a Lithium. Apparently there is a discharge from the enduro / hour / gauge. Then I heard it was in the harness. I now disconnect my battery after every ride just to make sure it doesn't go dead - now that riding season is winding down it will go in for a fix. Too bad my dealer wasn't going to do a repair under warranty!
@@maico125 , interesting. I see on eBay that one can buy a sidestand pad for cheap (Chinese CNC) but agree they should be better from the factory. Did your stand break from mounting the bike by getting your foot on the left peg and swinging onto the bike? On the "bigger" Beta's you'd have to mount that way unless you have super long legs! Hope you can get your battery troubles fixed. Sounds like a crappy dealer, what state are you in?
Also Beta the only brand to make a 200cc, a market like the Xtrainer that’s been largely ignored since the days of the XR range or IT, PE, and KDXs, winner winner chicken dinner, they also have the 250 Xtrainer!
Had one... everything said is true. Electrical odometer shutting off, and some awkward dying at odd times were the only issues (2016 model). 2T but without the crazy power band, and very light were plusses. Still considering going back to 4T like yz250FX for woods again. Spot on review, though.
Seriously looking into pne of these as a new rider, using a fe350 i want a 2 stroke for more hard enduro, style in Wales would need to look at options and recommendations on upgrades.
How do they handle heavier riders? The local dealer all but told me it would be terrible for me as I’m >110kgs with my gear on and that I should get the 300RR. I was hoping that I could get one (XTrainer) and faff about with the suspension - is that a viable option/
i would go for the RR at your weight. XT suspension is ok for guys under 85kgs or less, geared up. Also depends on type or riding and terrain. It's great in the woods but not so much in faster open terrain. Other downsides to the XT are the wheels are not as stout (thinner spokes) and a small gas tank.
You do what makes you happy. I was a heavyweight kickboxer in the US and I weigh around 275 lbs now and have snuck rides on my girl's 150 2t many times to have some fun! :) You can TOTALLY get these resprung for your weight! Don't let people deter you from having a platform you are comfortable with an enjoy! That is a wonderful choice for an offroad motorcycle! Good luck, have fun, and be safe (meaning buy and wear protective equipment, cause falling will happen quite often).
@@jonathondavis170 thanks Jonathon. I spoke to my suspension guy Rob, and he said similar. Bloody dealer told me it would cost more than $3000 AUD to sort it. Rob told me it’d be no more than $800 if all I want is a weekend toy. Thanks mate. And yep ATGATT for me. Never ride any bike without it. Skin Grafts are the worst!
Bought a KLR 650 with an aftermarket staytune exhaust…it also was rejetted to suit the new exhaust …increased horsepower ….think any bike with a aftermarket exhaust would need the carburettor modified .
IF i had to Choose again i think i should have gone for something like this instead of a brand new WR250F. Because i have Major Health issues [THANKS NHS] 12 Years ago i go very sick and been sick since. But always LOVED MY BIKES. So, 1 day i was looking @ Buying a bike to GET OUT OF THE HOUSE And decided to Buy an Enduro BUT i did;nt do MY RESEARCH and sold the WR250F With only 200 odd Road Miles, Where IF i had bought This or even the slow Honda 4ride i would have been better off.
@@graemesydney38 Maybe right, but I think it also means stuff like not plush, takes more to hang on, snappy power. IDK, but my Xtrainer is easy to ride. Doesn't wear me out. Great on tech trails.
If most people were honest with themselves, they’d go with one of these rather than the typical 300 enduro.
Such classic comments of an old school ripper. No fuss, No overthinking, just giving credit where credits due...
It's a top bike I have one, he mentioned everything I would have said as long as you are below 90kg , suspension is quite soft , fine for me at 75kg.
I've had one for 4 years. Mods help where applicable, but the platform is extremely capable off the showroom. I won't sell my 2017. Now that I think about it, I have yet to ride a bike that is so compliant, so forgiving for it's capabilities...big hit MX tracks aside. It eats the woods and rocks for breakfast. Bravo Beta!
Would you recommend this bike or the beta200rr as a first bike?
@@cyclonus01 300 X-Trainer. If you ride deep woods or single track.
Its shocking how much better it works in tight technical single track than a standard enduro bike. it works well enough in more open terrain to not spoil your ride.
I love how Geoff makes the distinction of riding in unfamiliar tracks etc. It makes a BIG difference in how hard and how fast you can ride safely.
So true. So much of this review was applicable to your typical weekend warrior.
Thanks for the review. Just an open honest explanation. Need more reviews like this.
I guess reviewers like to pull the "for less experienced" line. Actually it's a great bike for any level rider. Yes I can bottom mine at times, but overall it's the most fun ride ever. I let a friend ride mine and he sold his 2021 KTM 300 and bought a 2022 X Trainer. No looking back.
Bikes should not be hard to ride and this bike is fantastic. It is also a bargain.
Like all Beta - worst kickstand in the world. i also had problems with my battery draining. Despite these couple of issues (Beta sells a kit to fix the lousy stand instead of just taking care of it from the factory) It is still super super fun to ride. Before my Cross Trainer I rode a Husqvarna 250 4 stroke.
I ride in the woods. Yep if I rode in the desert I'd be on something else - but for 95% of my riding this is THE bike.
What is the deal with the kickstand? And the battery?
@@captainamerica9353 The stock Beta kickstand (at least on my year) was shaped like a ski pole at the bottom. Ridiculous. It would not hold the bike up in soft terrain. My stand actually folded under the bike and snapped completely off right at the frame gusset. A trip to the welder repaired it as the frame itself was not damaged - it was a clean break. I also added the bigger pad Beta sells you instead of including it on the bike. (Maybe they include it now in 2022)?
As far as the battery discharging - that was something I struggled with - two standard batteries and now a Lithium. Apparently there is a discharge from the enduro / hour / gauge. Then I heard it was in the harness. I now disconnect my battery after every ride just to make sure it doesn't go dead - now that riding season is winding down it will go in for a fix. Too bad my dealer wasn't going to do a repair under warranty!
@@maico125 , interesting. I see on eBay that one can buy a sidestand pad for cheap (Chinese CNC) but agree they should be better from the factory. Did your stand break from mounting the bike by getting your foot on the left peg and swinging onto the bike? On the "bigger" Beta's you'd have to mount that way unless you have super long legs! Hope you can get your battery troubles fixed. Sounds like a crappy dealer, what state are you in?
Also Beta the only brand to make a 200cc, a market like the Xtrainer that’s been largely ignored since the days of the XR range or IT, PE, and KDXs, winner winner chicken dinner, they also have the 250 Xtrainer!
The 250 Xtrainer isn't offered in the U.S. It's available elsewhere?
Had one... everything said is true. Electrical odometer shutting off, and some awkward dying at odd times were the only issues (2016 model). 2T but without the crazy power band, and very light were plusses. Still considering going back to 4T like yz250FX for woods again. Spot on review, though.
Love to see what Stefan Merriman could do on that bike.
lower bolt on the pipe is missing, check it :)
Great video thanks. Would love to know how the standard jetting goes and any changes needed there. Cheers
Just a great trail bike.
i like my XTrainer too ;-)
I’d like to see a video on buddies system he has in his truck for locking that front tire.
Thinking the same thing
Between this bike and a Husqvarna 250 Fe for a newby.. wich one do you recommend?
Very nice bike. I'd love to have one.
Buy one then !
@@mixalis6168 its not that easy
@@warstar4518 just requires signatures
Great review. Thanks. Does the swap to the RR Pipe require changes to carburetion?
MOST PIPE CHANGES DO REQUIRE A JETTING CHANGE YES .......NEED TO GO FATTER IN MOST CASES..... FUEL AND AIR = POWER
I’ve been looking for a lighter bike and I think I found it, I’m a novice and older but still like woods
When adding the RR pipe could you maintain the stock jetting?
I just ordered an RR pipe. Waiting for a response about jetting
@@canadianshark74 did you get an answer?
Seriously looking into pne of these as a new rider, using a fe350 i want a 2 stroke for more hard enduro, style in Wales would need to look at options and recommendations on upgrades.
I just got a 22 200 racing 👌🏻👌🏻 great fun bike
I’m in the same boat. Have a 350 and looking at 2 strokes
Short leg people needed a bike that they can touch the ground on.
How do they handle heavier riders? The local dealer all but told me it would be terrible for me as I’m >110kgs with my gear on and that I should get the 300RR. I was hoping that I could get one (XTrainer) and faff about with the suspension - is that a viable option/
i would go for the RR at your weight. XT suspension is ok for guys under 85kgs or less, geared up. Also depends on type or riding and terrain. It's great in the woods but not so much in faster open terrain. Other downsides to the XT are the wheels are not as stout (thinner spokes) and a small gas tank.
@@mcragosta cheers, thanks
Go up on spring weight all good .
You do what makes you happy. I was a heavyweight kickboxer in the US and I weigh around 275 lbs now and have snuck rides on my girl's 150 2t many times to have some fun! :) You can TOTALLY get these resprung for your weight! Don't let people deter you from having a platform you are comfortable with an enjoy! That is a wonderful choice for an offroad motorcycle! Good luck, have fun, and be safe (meaning buy and wear protective equipment, cause falling will happen quite often).
@@jonathondavis170 thanks Jonathon. I spoke to my suspension guy Rob, and he said similar. Bloody dealer told me it would cost more than $3000 AUD to sort it. Rob told me it’d be no more than $800 if all I want is a weekend toy.
Thanks mate. And yep ATGATT for me. Never ride any bike without it. Skin Grafts are the worst!
love you Aussie guys!..from USA!..any idea where he ended up on the jetting?
Bought a KLR 650 with an aftermarket staytune exhaust…it also was rejetted to suit the new exhaust …increased horsepower ….think any bike with a aftermarket exhaust would need the carburettor modified .
IF i had to Choose again i think i should have gone for something like this instead of a brand new WR250F. Because i have Major Health issues [THANKS NHS] 12 Years ago i go very sick and been sick since. But always LOVED MY BIKES. So, 1 day i was looking @ Buying a bike to GET OUT OF THE HOUSE And decided to Buy an Enduro BUT i did;nt do MY RESEARCH and sold the WR250F With only 200 odd Road Miles, Where IF i had bought This or even the slow Honda 4ride i would have been better off.
Lee Edwards , I think your "Caps Lock" key is sticking. Unless English is not your first language.
What wheel chock system is that at 1:36?
BTW, I love my '20 500 RRS!
Ballard's Moto clinch, I've got one and it's awesome and super easy to setup/use. 👍
Great bike
How is this bike compare to like a crf250rx or wr250r.
how tall was the rider
Entry level? Easy to ride? Hey, why should any dirt bike be hard to ride? Makes no sense!
"Hard"? I think their mean hard as in demanding, as in demanding concentration.
@@graemesydney38 Maybe right, but I think it also means stuff like not plush, takes more to hang on, snappy power. IDK, but my Xtrainer is easy to ride. Doesn't wear me out. Great on tech trails.