New 2022 Beta RR 300cc 2 Stroke TEST

Like every year I get the chance to test new bikes, this time it was the new Beta RR 300cc 2 Stroke. Some new upgrades that have improved even more one of the 2 stroke enduro market leaders have had me enjoy the day riding in the forest trails. Definitely a wonderful bike that can suit both the racer and the amateur rider.

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Filmed with: Canon R6, GoPro Hero 9, DJI Mavic 2
Edited in: Premiere Pro
Editor: Giacomo Lucchese

[nicholasstukan]

Yes, I switched from a newer KTM 500. EXC that I had euro tune installed, racetech gold valves and complete suspension set for me and my riding style, lowered 40mm added a Rekluse DDX and left hand rear brake, tubliss front and rear and Scott stabilization. I thought that it would be the perfect off road enduro weapon, a little heavy but not bad. Then I purchased a 2021 300xc KTM with air forks. This stock 300 was in every way so much better than my heavily modded 4stroke. It was lighter, easier to ride, never stalls, (no Rekluse, no left hand rear brake needed on this bike), and so much easier to ride fast in the woods, you can lug up steep rooted, rocky hillclimbs, so easy and just makes me smile and want to ride so much more than the 4 Stroke. I am also 64 years old and regularly ride with some of the hard enduro riders here in Northern California. They convinced me to get back on a 2stroke. I exclusively rode 2 Strokes before the 500, my last 2 stroke was a KX 250 before moving to the 500, I really liked the KX, but it was not an easy bike to ride in the real tough enduro terrain. So as I was getting older I thought I should try a 4stroke to make it easier to keep up with my younger riding buddies, what a mistake.

[ninjagarage]

I live in Sydney Australia and I recently swapped from a 17 Yamaha WR450f to a 19 Sherco 300se factory and I love the bike. it's so fun to ride. It's so light and Chuck-able and it has a very linear and progressive type power. Once you get it into the high RPM it does like to sing like a typical two-stroke but if you put it in the rain map the power is very smooth and progressive and is fantastic in the wet muddy and slippery conditions. One of the things I like most about the bike is how well it lugs up hills. The engine can be so low in the rpm but the bike just keeps on ticking over and lugging up any snotty steep hill. Don't get me wrong I loved my WR 450 and I had heaps of fun on that bike. But for my skill level it's just too much bike for me. So I will sum up saying modern two-strokes are awesome! If anyone is considering swapping from a 4-stroke, I would highly recommend taking one for a test ride. Happy riding!! 😁 P.s. awesome video and awesome review thanks mate!

[jonnyhumphreys]

I bought the 2022 Beta 300RR on your review recommendation and I could not be happier! I love it!!!

[wild_trail_flow]

I own a 2020 Beta RR300 and a 2019 Beta RR350 Race edition. Both are great bikes with nice engine characteristics. The 300 2-stroke is more versatile. I'm happy to ride it in any scenario. For classic enduro I might prefer the 350 a little bit better, but when the terrain gets slow and technical you can really feel the extra weight and the engine characteristics aren't the best for that type of riding.

I leave my 300 in the rain map all the time. I mainly enjoy riding technical hard enduro terrain. The sunny map feels too aggressive for that type of riding. I'm very impressed with the torque and traction of this bike. It's amazing how easily it climbs really steep and loose hills in the 1st gear.

[americandirtrider]

You bring up a ton of great points that no one talks about. And it's great you have experience with the 2021 for comparison.

[martinschaake]

Used to ride 4 stroke when younger XR600/XR350/XR200 plus had 2 Strokes KDX200/KTM 360 then when older (now in fifties) DRZ400 with FMF Pipe(way better that way but still heavy as - what was I thinking) now have a Husaberg TE300 2014 and what a bike - love it to bits wished I had a 2 Stroke like this when I was younger. Was always kinda scared of 2 Strokes for some reason but love them now, super smooth but still aggressive if you want and need to get that way. Favourite all time bikes XR600 and the Husaberg both an absolute blast - but need to be young and stronger for the heavy 4 stroke - that's my 2 cents worth. Great video Manuel :)

[chrisvozza]

Those 22's are sweet looking. The color of the fork tubes make those looks great

[waynemotyer]

I have the 2021 model and love it, so much fun to ride. I came off a 450 four stroke for the last ten years and haven’t riden a two stroke for a long time. I’m very happy with my choice!!

[merloti]

Ciao Manuel! Loved the video! Sono un mezzo italiano qui in San Diego, California. I have a Ducati Multistrada as my adventure bike and 2 KTM's as my dirt bikes. I ride with a bunch of italians, and they always give me a hard time on why I'm "dirtying" my garage with something not italian :). So today I just made a deposit to a 2022 300 RR. The good things you mention about the bike are all the things I'm looking for in the bike. So grazie for this video!

[boerplaas]

I got my 300 RR BETA a couple of months ago and I love it

[Petak]

Hi I have 2022 RR 300, I rode it about 200km classic trail and little bit hardenduro tracks, the suspension especially the fork is stiffer no need extra oil, engine is lively and more torque than 2021 model, overall the whole bike is more playful and stable than 2021 model

[painsrides]

I switched this year from a 285cc 4T to a 250cc 2T, I ride tight, technical New England trails. Without a doubt the 2T has gobbs more power everywhere and its much less finicky to "torque around" technical stuff, the 2T is better for my riding and terrain... But there is something I miss about the little 4T I had....It was a fun bike to play with, I could crank on it without worry that it would rip away or do anything too nuts. This Husky TE I now ride needs my constant attention and focus, its a wild animal I can't play with...
Thanks for the review, I'm always keeping an eye out for what I want to ride next.

[azdesertrider]

the 300 seems to be the all around perfect bike. i have a 2009 ktm 400 xcw and love it but still want that 2 stroke. Im really impressed with the beta vs big factory name bikes. beta is really paying attention to rider wants. absolutley going beta for new 2 stroke !

[Stannos_Adventures]

Good review. I used to own a 450 4T and now have a my18 beta 300rr and love it. So good for all round riding, better than 4T

[powerwagon]

I never use the map switch (always sunny), clutch is great with the beehive spring. Counter balance engine is smooth and lugs great. New skid plate, bark busters with solid mounts, FMF spark arrester, Fastway pegs, disc gaurds and new seat make this a perfect bike for me.

[bushcaptain]

Thanks for the video. I ride a 2021 beta 300 racing and I love it, so smooth and alot of power when I want. I am happy that Beta keeps improving and i believe its the best enduro 2 stroke bike you can get now. I also ride 4 stroke 501 and a 450 husaberg which i enjoy just as much but in different terrain and style. As you say the new 2 strokes 300 is just amazing when it comes to torque and low down power. I use my beta for technical stuff and log, pipes, rock riding and practicing. The only thing I found abit weird with the beta was the big turning radius at first (compared to ktm) but as the speed increases it really help the bike to keep stable. Keep up the good work and nice riding!!

[justinscholes]

I'm about to go from a 2012 KTM SX-F 450 to a 2022 300RR Beta and this video helped settle my mind about the decision. I ride single track in southeast Idaho.

[viperracing]

I usually don't like red bikes, but this one is quite good looking I must say.

[laikpascal]

For years, I had 4 strokes (350) enduro bikes because I've liked the traction due to great torque and the power is very manageable. But I am getting older (57), have progressed a bit in my riding, and now ride (almost) the single tracks I used to ride with my trial bike. I felt like i had to change and consider a 2 stroke as I ride in the french alps with lot of technical terrains. But, so far, 2 strokes was impressing me and i was afraid of the power. Especially after trying Tpi/Tei's friends. I thought a good alternative choice would be a beta 300 X Trainer. It appeared to me to be the perfect transition bike between 4 strokes and 2 strokes as the power is pretty much linear and the bikes is lighter and more nimble. After a few rides, I have started to love the XT because it gives you confidence pretty fast. I have started to do things with this bike !i would not dare to do with any others. But at one stage, especially when I need power to get momentum before a steep hill climb or when riding fast on wide open tracke, i have felt a little lack of power. A few days ago, without changing the jettings I installed the RR exhaust. And finally I got the bike I was looking for. Low torque is still there but mid and high revs make the XT much more fun and more efficient. When I am completly fed up with the XT, I might consider buying the 2022 RR model.Any way thanks for the great video and greetings from France

[skiross]

A fat sausage, a hotdog on a motobike... funniest shit ever. Great review. Just subscribed!