Buying a 2023 Beta 500 RR-s

[@JohnConner1ofmany]

Congratulations on your new acquisition! Picked up a 22 500 RRS a few months back, replaced the 2x4/seat within days. My scenario was similar to yours, KTM/501 then I discovered Beta! The thing is a beast. THX for sharing, B safe.

[@captainamerica9353]

I bought a 2022 XT this past summer and it has the same 2X4 seat! I think with the Trials background, Beta doesn't expect you to sit 🙂

[@DIRTADDICT922]

That is awesome John. Yeah My butt was RAW for 2 days after that little ride. LoL. I am going to use Gutts racing or Seat Concepts for a little more cush!

[@RM00182]

tube nuts being loose is how it should be. You want the tube to be able tp move around up and down. Thats why you have a that cap. Great bike. Enjoy

[@johnmeurer4780]

You would be surprised to read in some manuals. Some manufacturers say to lock the tube stem nut against the cap not the rim. I seen a discussion on this once and the consensus was it actually helps prevent the stem from ripping under high torque or braking events

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Good thing I am slow! LoL..

[@DevinOrr]

Thinking this is my next ride. I still love my 2019 300xc but i miss the 4 stroke. Love your back yard. I used to live in southern Arizona. Sure miss blasting the desert trails.

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Thanks for the kind words. I just did another ride and will post that vid soon.

[@the3beers]

Congrats on the Beta!!!! I just got a Beta xtrainer and I cant believe how awesome the bike is.

[@maybeerainmaybeesnow]

Beautiful bike! I'm happy for you and can feel the excitement!

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Thanks yeah I am so stoked. Keep an eye on the channel. My kid is getting a new Christmas Surprise!!!

[@erichalitsky1285]

Way different than Michigan. Great video !

[@walterschwarz5579]

I absolutely luv mine I right away put new seat on and longer kickstand. Before I even rode it I tore it apart and went thru the motion’s. I have owned it now for 2 months and have 262 miles now and 80% is single track woods and I’m leaving it stock in the motor department it has more than enough to handle anything. Hopefully you enjoy it

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Hey, what kick stand did you get?

[@walterschwarz5579]

@@DIRTADDICT922 fast way- the fit and finish is perfect but spendy

[@rodneystewart4312]

Terrific video,love the bike and just outside your door is a fantastic riding area …life is great

[@davelambardo6464]

Cool story and video. I have similar background. Find myself in same position as far as owning machines that are fine and fun. But I am in my mid 40s now. It's dual sport bikes for me now on. Light weight is also a must. Same list of the 3. Been saving for 2 years. The bank is good for the rest of it... lol So I hope to have one next week. Husky is on-sale but really want a beta.

[@therealtashiro]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! I'm a newer rider on a WR250R and looking to get a more advanced bike. I'm considering the 500 RRS over the Husky/KTM 500's, but also thinking about the 690/701...

[@jamesboaz4787]

Damn man, i only just found you, sorry im not more familiar with your channel but glad I found you here. This is my dream bike. Change the oil pump gears to steel instead of plastic and get that kick starter installed with an FMF. I would rally it man. Not as intense as motocross and still loads of fun. More challenging IMO because you can get lost quick.

[@raybaker8726]

In march of 2022 I ordered a 2022 beta 390 rrs. I got a call at the end of June, It was here. Love the bike although I havent been on a bike in 13 years but slowly getting back into it. Like the fact its a race bike being street legal

[@jruba]

Sweet bike

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Thanks yeah I am so stoked. Keep an eye on the channel. My kid is getting a new Christmas Surprise!!!

[@boonsfrc]

Nice job staying on it

[@Dualsports-dynas]

I’m 5’7” and getting it don’t let height stop ya 😂

[@wesmattimore2895]

What I would do, is replace the plastic oil pump gears, beta sells the steel ones, that's just me.. I don't trust the plastic ones.. anyway good video

[@DIRTADDICT922]

I have heard this from a lot of people. I plan to do so.. Thanks, 😉

[@hometownguy7184]

i gotta say though...those old kawi seats were the best!i wish beta would listen and actually make a soft seat..not sure why all the oem,s make seats likke a 2x4 now

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Yeah my very first ride I was "saddle sore" LoL. But since then my butt has adjusted. One day I'll have GUTTS racing make me a blue seat.

[@zegoflorida]

I’ve been looking at the betas for a couple years now… probably pull the trigger soon… only problem is I’ve been riding an 09 RXV-550 for years now. Will I crave more power with the beta since I’m used to my old 65-70 hp Aprilia? First world problems (I know)…

[@DIRTADDICT922]

LoL, totally. But I have never ridden an Aprilla. I'd bet with some gearing, and tuning you could make the Beta a fire breather as well. I can say the Beta will be thinner, lighter and more nimble for sure though.

[@taylorvaccari]

Looking to buy this bike soon as well, and im right around the corner from you in Apple valley, is it a pretty good bike for the area? couple of my friends think the 390 might be a bit more practical for some of the tech stuff but i figure for riding out to johnson valley it looks like it would be a better fit for doing it all

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Well this is THE lightest and easy to ride 500 I have ever experienced. Even feels lighter than all my older 450's. But many believe the 300cc 2 stroke is the perfect bike for trails. I love mine though..

[@torkrench]

Great bike! Btw the tube nuts are supposed to be loose, against the cap

[@DIRTADDICT922]

The Beta Dealer saw my video and called me to tell me that as well! I learned something new! thanks.

[@MrYfz45005]

Congratulations !! Love to have one myself !!

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Thanks man. Been waiting a LONG time for this one.

[@hoofaarted]

Nice riding area. I relate to the riding solo thong...Close to slash X i bet. I am debating between the KTM and this beta. Im reading more and more better things about the beta.

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Yeah I am about 25 miles South East of Slash X.

[@bigspy100]

Hey great video. ... I'm looking at getting into off-road riding. I've been eyeing the rrs 390 and 500. I'm 5'11" and 230 lbs. Do you think the 500 would be too much for an inexperienced off-roader or would the 390 be enough for my weight to get me up the hills and passes in Co? I know they weigh basically the same. I'm wanting a bike that's light and that is already upgraded. That's why I'm looking at the Beta. Thanks

[@empiresrikesfat]

390

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Well the 500 has a pretty mellow controllable power delivery. Is it too much for you? I can't tell you that since I really don't know your capabilities. I can say that my 8 CR450 and my 03 YZ450 hit harder.

[@bigspy100]

Thanks for the info. I went with the 390 and I’m loving it. Being I’m new to off-road and short legged and not the youngest I’ve ever been I ordered a lowering kit and a Rekluse clutch from Beta. And though it's a tall bike for me till I get it lowered it’s still a blast to ride. I definitely made the right choice.

[@NANA-qn8on]

Great video on a great bike, congrats! How tall are you and does the seat height present a problem? I'm 5'10" and thinking about getting one, but the seat height is my concern.

[@captainamerica9353]

The seat is about 37" but you can get a lowering link. I have a Beta XT with a 35.5" height and it's perfect for me at 5' 11". If I ever get an RRS, I will lower it.

[@DIRTADDICT922]

I am 5' 9.5". You can adjust the ride height on the shock if you wanna lower the seat a tad. I wait till like 5 hrs of riding allowing it all to settle then readjust everything for me height.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Very cool😎 I want one but at 5'9" and a 31" inseam I'm thinking not the best mostly on road bike choice or light adventure bike choice for me. Probably an Aprilia Tuareg is a better choice.

[@TheHemiphil81]

I would take the beta 430 or 500 over any bike made right now as I too am currently looking. I'm in the smokey mnts Tennessee and hard to find around here.

[@captainamerica9353]

I live in Northern WI where we have no bike dealers. But, a longtime dealer south of me in MN is Beta now, and only a bit over an hour away. They are ordering in a 500 for me. I show 3 Beta dealers in TN, don't they have anything?

[@TheHemiphil81]

@@captainamerica9353 knox enduro carries sherco tn and beta and they have nothing right now.

[@captainamerica9353]

@@TheHemiphil81 , yeah I was in Knoxville for a week training at the 489th CA BN, this was around 2009. We had rental cars and would go to lunch and get lost all the time! Seems there are hills and rivers making navigating difficult? No time to actually do anything in town, sadly. Wish we had a dealer like Knox Enduro nearby. Some dealers have rows of Beta's, some none, it's really weird. They should be able to order one with a deposit, though.

[@JR-jx3de]

Hey man great video. Just ordered me a 2024 390rs. I live in Hesperia, maybe We can meet one day .

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Yeah man, I don't have many ridding buddies at the moment. And I know a lot of cool trails right out our back doors. You probably do too I bet?

[@JR-jx3de]

@DIRTADDICT922 No, not really. I just started riding last year. Bought a 2013 crf250l but felt I needed a little more pepp, so like yourself, I did a lot of research and decided on the beta 390rs. Thanks for posting the video about your beta and replying to my comment. Will let you know when I pick up mine. Should be within the next 2 days. Thanks again for responding .

[@bearsmack6969]

I’m drueling over the garage… screw the bike! 😂😂 oh but I’m getting a 2023 this June ❤

[@bearsmack6969]

Oufff…. I seen that coming before you did. 😂

[@billyarsenault1970]

She’s loud as hell. I’d have to do something about that unfortunately- But my local dealer has about 2 dozen on the floor and they are pushing them mercilessly.

[@bushybill7189]

Hi mate, I'm waiting for the call to come and pick up my new 23 480rr (i"m in Australia). If I can be so rude I'm wondering how much you weigh? I'd be somewhere a bit north of 100kg (220lb?) and am getting a shock spring rated to my weight fitted before pickup. I'm assuming you're on the stock springs and just wondered what your experience with them has been. Cheers.

[@DIRTADDICT922]

I come in at about 250LB fully geared up. I feel that mine is a tad soft. But it does not inhibit my riding since I am a lot slower than I used to be LoL.

[@bushybill7189]

@@DIRTADDICT922 Thanks for sharing mate. I'd have to be close to your weight all geared up. I have my bike now. I got it fitted with a shock spring to suit my weight but not the fork springs (I run the same combo on my Beta 300). I test rode it yesterday and am very happy with it. There was a good combo of soft dry sand/soil and rocky sections. I too am slower than what I used to be.

[@bearsmack6969]

How does it handle in the softer terrain?

[@mikebishop6095]

How do you get a rr map in an rrs can the dealer do that for you

[@DIRTADDICT922]

I honestly don't know. I was told by others that we could. I have just not done it. I'd bet there is a Beta board out there somewhere?

[@mikejulson682]

Just snagged up one of these 500's today. only complaint I have is the connotation towards the word Beta. Such a dumb company name.

[@DIRTADDICT922]

LoL, Well I hate the short kickstand.

[@koviyovas8325]

Bianchi Enzo, Tosi Arrigo (B E T A ) the founders of the company. Europe (Italy) doesn't have the stupid slang issue .....

[@plantpower3048]

I am torn between this and the ktm 500..what made you decide? the oil change interval?

[@DIRTADDICT922]

Well, it was a few things. I have always kinda liked the Beta brand. I like what they have done in the last 10 years to really build a great bike. I also wanted something different. So that along with the reviews the 2022's got I had to have one. Plus I like red. 😉

[@wickedrider450]

The fact that there's no need to uncork the bike from the factory was the major selling point for me. No tuning, exhaust, etc. It's ready to go right out of the box.