I'm really frustrated at the manufacturers for not making smaller bikes. I'm 6'1", and even I don't like 37 inch seat heights. She looks great on that bike, and it makes me happy that she finally found it.
I absolutely agree, at 5'10 I dont like the 37" seats either. Much prefer a smaller bike. My current bikes are XR100 and a Grom. Would like something a bit bigger but not full size. This is interesting
Agreed. I'm 6' with a 35" leg and I bought a 400sm because I could flat foot it. Now that I am off roading more, the 21-18 rims I put on make the bike 2 inches taller, and I have to tip toe the thing. I feel like a KLX 230s or a tt250 would be a way better learner dirt bike for most riders simply because of the ability to touch ground. Anyone tried either of those?
What is generally available in performance bikes is basically two choices size wise, an example would be CRF150RB vs CRF250R You can have a tiny 51'' wheelbase or a 58'' wheelbase, and frames to match , so one is too small for many of us and the other too large. They refuse to offer us a performance bike with a 54'' + - wheelbase, something in between the tiny and huge framed bikes, with a curb weight of 200lbs, and a seat height around 34'' , 35'' , and 35-40 hp, not 12hp lol.
I am a short guy 5'4, I love to ride but there are very few dirt bikes low enough for me decides older models. Thanks for sharing this video! Oh, and she is a good rider, way to go!
I will be shocked if she doesn't absolutely love the Beta. The chassis geometry being a little closer to a trials bike allows so much confidence in technical terrain combined with beautiful throttle control and of course the 300 2 stroke bottom end grunt makes for a nearly perfect machine to learn and progress on for smaller riders.
Whatever you are happy with is the only important thing . And honestly the constant bike swapping makes this a super interesting channel . Been here for years and no plans on leaving 👍
kick ass you found that at vintage days!! Im only an hour from mid Ohio and a few friends have been but I have yet to be. The video you had on it seals the deal. Next year ill be there!
I am 5’5” with a 30” inseam & the greatest investment I made to my 2005 KTM EXC 500, that I purchased new in 2005, was to have the suspension lowered by 3” both forks & shock was the addition of lowering shims, all of which are reversible. The original seat height of 37” just did not work for me. Now with the 34” seat height I can touch the ground with both feet with the ball of each foot. My suspension tuner, trained & certified by Race Tech suspension, changed the springs for my weight & adjusted the compression/rebound for my riding abilities. No stock bike suspension is ever going to work for you like custom suspension. It should be the main modification done to any bike you ride. Once you ride a bike set up for you & your needs I can say it will make you a better rider. You can always gain skill which helps, but suspension made for your needs is guaranteed to help make you happier when you ride!!!
@@ThatsMyBully according to the Race Tech suspension tuner who did it all they do is add lowering shims. He should them to me & the looked like a washer to me. You can lower by the amount he installed. They can lower both ends up to 3” or less without hurting the suspension & when they take it into account as they adjust all settings for your custom needs to make the bike suspension work for you. Now if you need it lower than 3” he also said the suspension parts can be cut to go lower but after being cut it is not reversible. So I only did 3” just in case I decided to go back to the original height. By lowering internally the stock rideability stays the same, so cuts trails as the engineers intended it, which KTM does well with the 500’s. I hope this helps you. Just make sure you get a reputable suspension tuner. It takes good training to have someone to set it up properly for your needs. Good luck!
@@olliechristopher467 sorry you believe that because the Race Tech suspension guy that said they did it with Ricky Carmichael & because both ends are lowered the same rideing characteristics stay the same. The handling problems start when people add lowering links. That changes the dynamics of the suspension completely. When done internally all you lose is height. If your doing 30’ jumps that’s a major loss in travel which will cause bottoming if the springs aren’t added which they did in Ricky Carmichael’s bike to make the suspension work for him & he’s not the only rider professionally that does these suspension adjustments.
@@edwinarmstrong9175 Rickys bike was way more than just suspension. His suspension, chassis and frame modifications cost more than you can even imagine. It was a whole custom build factory bike. By lowering suspension components you lose ground clearance and the bike will never handle as good as stock geometry.
Drop the spring rates to her weight and she will gain another 1/2 of clearance. My wife did. They are pretty rich out of factory so lean the jetting out a little and it starts to come alive in the mid low/mid. Way less hesitation.
I've been waiting for her to get an X-trainer, makes perfect sense. The suspension isn't as good as the RR, but it's more than enough for her, shit, more than enough for most people honestly! You can also turn that allen bolt out to change the power valve delivery (or screw it in to lessen the hit). I also love the OI, I've never had a problem with it, keep it on there. So nice to just dump gas in and rip. Should be a nice bike I think! Happy for her!
I also have an xtrainer no problems I’m 57 and 5’8” and about 220 no problems with the suspension just had to get used to pipe knock when it heats up sounds scary at first but no worries. I am also rehabbing from some serious injuries and the machine is so controllable and grunty there is no issue with enjoying it!!!! Best of luck with it
@@davet3947 I probably should have got one too since I'm only 5'8" as well, but wanted the 300RR with the better suspension, I can still get my toes on the ground, but any weird terrain and it's tough for sure. I drive my SxS more then the Beta now, it basically just collects dust, but I do like to bust it out from time to time to practice balance maneuvers and stuff like that. Still a fun bike.
@@davet3947 Thanks for the invite man, but I'm stuck in Ohio, just like Tanner! I try to hit up Hatfield twice a year and I also ride in Michigan when the weather isn't completely piss poor.
Congratulation, I hope you love your Beta Xtrainer as much as I love MY 2022. Picked it up in January at Beaver Creek Cycle. You should try Timberline trails in Marienville, PA.
Wanted to come back and say thank you for showing us the perfect bike for people our size 🙏🏼 If i can remember correctly this was the video where i first learned of the bike and now I have one lowered and all 🤟🏼
Yes off course ! It's an amazing bike for technical riding and for smaller lighter riders and a good improver. Only problem the suspensions may need an upgrade once you want to ride faster and the fuel thank might need to be replaced with a slightly bigger one. Good choice and ride on !
Thank you for this video! I am currently riding a WR250F it's too tall and heavier. My husband loves 2 strokes, and he wants me to get a Beta XTrainer. I am 5'6" so I need a shorter bike. I appreciate the information! You're an awesome women! Love the skills!
Good for you Lex, congratulations!! Now RMFR! Dig your all videos. Hope to meet y'all at Perry, hanging rock? you'll know me with the Bengals painted helmet.👍🤟
Wow, talk about perfect timing on the purchase! Also, for people who always love to complain about a lot of us girls who ride 300s…. IMO they are easier to handle in the harder single track I tend to ride. You can really lug them, and don’t need to abuse the clutch nonstop like a 150.
Nice buy! There were a lot of good deals at vintage days. I swear I saw that bike go by me out there. Didn't recognize you guys or I would have stopped to say hi. Would have been cool to run into you guys. Been watching your videos for the last couple years. Looking forward to seeing the bike in action. She's come a long way as far as riding abilities. Hope to run into you guys some time. My buddy and I primarily ride at Wayne national forest. But do trips to Kentucky once in a while. Rush is where we like to go. We are from Columbus area. Check out some of my videos from my helmet cam. Even some cool night rides. I'm on a 2019 Gasgas ec300 six days. It was between that or a Bata. I had to lower the Gasgas. Have fun and be safe!
This is just what I needed to see, I have been fascinated with the Honda CRF 300L and could not get it anywhere. I settled for a Lifan KPR 200 from Amazon. I wanted to ride,just getting my license and having trouble finding a dual sport was a slum experience especially since I'm 5'4. I enjoyed this video and all the information was right on. Thanks a bunch and I hope all the best and enjoyment for you, stay safe.
I have had my Beta for a couple of years now and love it! I have a couple of inches on you but it is the perfect bike for my height. I came off of a 230 and am such a better rider with my Beta. I hope you love it as much as I have. Congrats.
thankyou for this video guys, im getting into riding again after having kids havent owned a bike since 2013. i couldnt ride any bike without touching so back then i opted for bigwheel 140 pitpro. im so excited to look into this and have a bike that is suited for my height that isnt a cute pit bike
I can't wait for the next few videos of riding new bike. As a short rider not great options on bike from factory. I'm 5.4 and riding wr250r lowered 2 inches with my weight and I probably fall just as much as she does off road. If I could buy a new 300 2stroke with lower seat height from factory it would be done deal and parked in my garage. But most are 36-37 seat height. Xtrainer stock is 35.8'' which is better but still high and loose suspension quality. I live in pnw and so many single track trails. I would like to have single track trail bike down the road but seat hight is big factor for me.
Hello guys! Thank you for video. Happy you've found the bike that fits you. I am still searching and have the same "short rider" problem. And question - what a lowering kit is installed on your bike? What a seat height now? Sorry if you told about that in the video but I didn't get
I've been playing this game all my life. This is just another step. The machine I've fully settled on is the CRF150RB (big wheel), which you tried, but for some odd reason rejected. I don't understand that rejection. It has power everywhere, fits better than a full-size bike with 18"/21" wheels that someone tried to make smaller, and very important: when you fall and hafta move the bike around, it's SO much lighter. It's the machine I waited 30 years to find. I'm humbly betting that after a while, you'll come back to it. I did.
As mentioned, it was a favorite bike and would have kept but the electric start and full size wheels make a big difference. Definitely had plenty of power, Glad it works for you!
@@Straubberry Very nice response. Now that I reread my initial comment, I sounded like a jerk. My apologies!! I'm glad you're happy with it, and I wish you fun riding, with no injuries.
I've ridden both the X-rainer and the Freeride 250R. The Beta X trainer is way more fun. The Freeride is more like a trials bike with a seat so you could get a montessa with a seat.
I think you hit on it perfectly - You have to be comfortable and if you need to be able to flat foot then so be it. You ride better when your confidence is high, so yes you have to give different bike a try, but go with what make you 100% comfortable and confident. Just a shame to loose money for such a short period of time - selling the 350's only after a few months
Tanner I've got two seasons on my 21' XT and if you need to ask any questions please don't hesitate. I love mine, and have done just about every mod available.
I have a ‘21 XTrainer. You will not be disappointed. For the kind of riding that you do (which is the same kind I ride), I think it’s a perfect bike. My only complaint is clutch drag. See the way it lurched forward when she started it? I’m working to reduce it, so we’ll see how it goes.
Mine same issue when it warms a bit it’s a little more noticeable but I have learned to just gas it a bit on start up, let us know if you figure it out👍
X Trainer is a fantastic bike. I've had one for a few years and a friend of mine just sold his 300 XCW and bought one. Rieju / Gas Gas Ranger 200/300 is a good one too.
That's a really nice bike, love the looks of it! Seems to fit her very well just watching her ride it. I'm 5'6" and wouldn't mind having one of those myself. Currently have a '12 KTM 300 XCW with a chopped seat! 😀
I'm 5'6". Used to have a CR 250. If I had boots on and and stretched my toes as far as they would go, I still couldn't quite touch and would teeter toter back and forth by about a quarter inch.
Glad you got what you need for your riding. Many riders below 5'10" ride the large GS bikes too. The 2S noise will tire you out if you like long rides. I could not consider a Beta if it does not have a California emissions sticker on the front, so not a 50 state bike. I don't think your bike is even legal in CA for a visit on the street. The 350 exc lowered both ends with a chopped seat is the unicorn for the lighter west coast riders. But there is never a wrong on 2 wheels, we're all in the same family. Ride what you brought. Happy trails!
That is the perfect bike for her, I do agree. Also you got it at a great price with some mods. Now we need to find you the perfect bike. And in my option if you don't mind a 4 stroke, I think the (2022 KTM 500 EXC-F) would be the best for you. I wasn't sure if your switching back to a 2 stroke.
Thanks alot for the video, it really looks something that my wife needs. Beta has serious history, and after they got their own engine they really improved. Thanks again and...do use back protection😊 Cheers!
Congrats! It totally is. I’m 5’6” and it’s the only full size dirt bike I feel like an actual adult on lol. Once you get the suspension sorted (there are multiple kits out there), it can be a great all around trail/enduro bike too. Enjoy! 👍🏾
@@airadaimagery692 you can probably find out a lot of these answers just by searching for Xtrainer review or googling for info on the bike’s suspension, but it is basically a pretty soft trials type suspension that is fine for riding slow, smaller lightweight riders, and/or hard enduro/trials like skill building. It is typically not most people’s favorite for riding fast, especially bigger riders, but that’s a subjective thing. Yes, the suspension kits are readily available if you search and you can even order a kit directly from Beta.
Great video. Has she ever ridden the two stroke KTM freeride 250R? We have one that’s been lowered for my 5’3" wife and the characteristics sound very similar to this beta.
It is a shame that there aren't options for the short folk. My wife is the same size and always had a tough time getting a foot down. Consider swapping out that 140/80r18 for a 120/80r18 to help getting more toes to touch. Add Tubliss when you do it to keep the traction even though the tire is 1.25" shorter.
I have the 2018 XT. The OI left me stranded, so I rage sold it, but I missed it so much, I just bought it back. I'm gong to do the OI Delete. (it turned out to be a bad TPS sensor for the injector pump. It was replaced, but now it is showing as failed again) Look at the Seat Concepts Low Seat option. It made a big difference for me as a short rider.
YES FINALLY! Man this is my dream enduro. Especially because of the relatively long maintenance interval. Here in Germany there are close to no options to ride Offroad, it's illegal almost everywhere. With the low maintenance interval of 1000km I would be able to get a plate and just take it to the nearby enduro parks or mx tracks
Great bikes...I've got one and I'm over 6ft...use it for the very English sport of Long Distance Trials. Lovely to see the obvious respect you have for each other too
The fork springs are probably stock length (or should be). Double check that, because if anybody wants to change spring rates, they would have to have a special spring if KTM does not provide the shorter spring rates. I am sure they modified the fork to use the standard length spring, instead of making a bunch more springs that they might never use. on my YZ250 SSS forks, it was as easy as machining another groove on the OD of a aluminum tube.
I had a 1974 street legal Honda XL250 it was the same concept trail bike trainer.I say street legal the bike was but I wasn’t no license no insurance no helmet he got me good learn learned
she looks comfortable on there, hope she will enjoy it. suspension looks a bit stiff, make sure you set up the suspension to her weight. people underestimate how important that is for endurance, comfort, and your body. Have fun!
My issue! Being sooo short and my husband is scared to get me a big frame bike! I feel like I’m ready for it but it’s so hard to find a great one for me. Get him to look at this ❤
Another great addition would be lowered foot pegs and lowered seat. I did that on my Beta 200RR and I can dab more and makes hitting stupid stuff more fun.
@@offdapace2627 I thought so too - but since my bike already is lower the extra 10mm down and back didn't make me get stuck more. Wort trying - but lowered seat by Seat Concepts was a must for me - I do not like how stiff original Beta seats are. xD
Not just girls, I'm 55, 5ft6in Australian, same problem power no issue biggest bike a VFR750 I used to wheelie that. I haven't had a dirt bike since the 80s for that reason, Yamaha 100 LT2 2 Stroke, DT250 2 Stroke air cooled a Kawasaki KL250 4 Stroke not choked up with anti pollution gear like the new bikes 135 kmh rain, hail or shine. Then they started making them too high for me. So I changed to big road bikes, my arms felt 6 ft longer till I got used to the hard acceleration. Back then my first bike bike was a XS750 Triple shaft drive. Bulletproof bike. I loved 2 strokes back then, power wise back then they would bury a 4 Stroke the same size.
i did exactly the same, i went from a husky fe250 to the 2020 xtrainer and iv never looked back,,, to make slightly lower again change the rear 140 tyre to a 120 or lower which again can give u another inch in height,, with that and trim the seat it will be perfect.. 👌
I’m 5’6” and I just got a KLX 230RS. As a shorter rider the shorter seat height of the 230rs does great for me being able to control the bike and the 233 cc engine is very torquey down low and loves to lug. Edit: when I was 16 to get on and start my YZ125 I had to have a log to stand on😂 yeah we need more stuff marketed to shorter riders.
HA! Common sense finally prevails. Same reason I bought the Xtrainer. Short dude with a 28" inseam. And I lowered mine 2.5" more in back (link + preload), then 1.5" more in front (1" riser + raised fork legs in triple tree). Still tough to flat-foot, but waay less dumps lol. Enjoy!
Great looking bike, that has to be the perfect bike for Alexis. After a while she can get a lot more power out of that bike pretty easily. If she wants.
I'm 5 ft 5 and I can just about make do with a full size enduro but it is nice to be able to touch with box feet at the same time. I have a crf250l as it is slightly lower than most enduros, but one of these would fit the bill! Lovely little bike
Sucks we didn't see you at VMD. We'll be camping next year, too much for one day. The Beta was a good choice, I was looking at them for the low seat height. I got some short get away sticks.
At some point, even if ownership is brief, would enjoy seeing you guys get a KTM 500 and hear your thoughts and reviews. Perhaps as a second bike to your 2-strokes.
I don't ride anything the EPA forces on us, so I don't ride a 4-stroke either. But I know for MX, it is the opposite. The 4-strokes are easier to ride than the 2-strokes. When they were forced on us, the 4-stroke extended several riders careers who were ready to retire.
Betamoto Is One of the best italian motorbike brands . I once had an Urban 125 and went everywhere offroad with It. Reliable motorbikes. Cant wait till EICMA comes in autumn ti see all the new entries ! Saluti dall' Italia Vi seguo sempre e Vi aspettiamo all'EICMA Rho Milano Fiera
what's next, guys? A a 200rr, sherco 250?🤣 Not laughing at you guys, it's just that the situation is funny to me The bike seems great, i considered one of these myself
Awesome Presentation - story & filming - my wife is the same height may look into the Beta. There's a 5- footer young later in BC Canada that shreds the dirt tracks on big bikes (she's on TH-cam) for any doubters of skilled height challenged lady folks!
Super awesome video. I’m a make 5”4 1/2 and I own a 1998 yz250 2 stroke I absolutely love it but so so so freaking tall and I’m 47 years old I’m looking for a smaller bike even if I have to sacrifice little power. That’s why I’m here
I have a 2019 YZ250, even taller. It is not too hard to lower the suspension a bit, and you can have your seat lowered by any upholstery shop. I made a mistake when I did mine though a small one. I guessed at how much I wanted to lower it, and ended up a bit short. (1" off the seat and .75 off the suspenders). I sat on the bike with some magazines stacked up under me feet equally to the height I want, then lower the bike that much. Make sure you have the right springs for your weight in the suspension, and the tries are up to pressure for the best measurement. I would suggest who I think are the best guys around for suspension work, "Race Tech" and "Enzo". For the seat, a buddy of mine told me about this gal, and she did a wonderful job for $80.00, (but I paid her $100.00). All I did was make a cardboard example of the seat shape I wanted with one piece. From one side of the seat, I made the bottom of the seat flush with the bottom the cardboard, the front edge of the seat flush, so she could orient the cardboard well and cut off the top what I wanted (top of the cardboard), and she put the stock seat cover back on. JB Sport Trim (JBsporttrim.com) 616-994-4767 Michigan. Her name is Nichole. If you drop 1" off the seat and 1" off the suspension,---that is a lot.
Pretty good on the balance drills. I would try going even slower, use the front brake , rear brake and throw in some clutch slippage like a trials rider. It's pretty nice to be able to come to a stop and not have to worry about putting your foot down , or to be able to take off from a dead stop with both feet on the pegs, pop a wheelie in half a bike length or less....looking forward to some trail footage. BBBRRRPPPPppppp
As a TE150i rider, the only thing I would like more is the lower seat height of the BETA X Trainer, and i am a sucker for plush suspension too ..... maybe one day X Trainer - and a LOT cheaper than Husq in Australia
Great bike for smaller riders .one of the shorter girls I ride with goes up hard enduro hills with ease great power delivery gave her so much more confidence. Don't make it to snappy it will make you struggle on technical trail .just skid plate pipe gaurd and ride and you will improve your skills fast
The 350’s (my experience is with a 2022 EXC-F) only have a 6mm brembo clutch master cylinder. Combined with 4strokes are hard to run down low in general it makes hard and technical riding much more difficult. Of course you can upgrade to a bigger master but there expensive and the 6mm you can’t help even with midwest mountain engineering lever… I feel it makes the 6mm harder to pull… my buddy’s have Beta 300’s and they are absolute tanks. Good choice. I lowered my 350 2inches….
I love it! I bought the 22 300RR and LOVE it. So many smart features on the Beta and so easy to ride! I actually wanted a Trainer, but just couldn't find one.
@@airadaimagery692 Xtrainer is 7/8 the size, softer suspension, smaller expansion pipe for less and more linear power and I believe about $8k out the door vs $10k for the RR with open cartridge Sachs forks and maybe $11k for the Race edition which does not have oil injection(Xt and RR do) and has KYB forks.
I'm really frustrated at the manufacturers for not making smaller bikes. I'm 6'1", and even I don't like 37 inch seat heights. She looks great on that bike, and it makes me happy that she finally found it.
I absolutely agree, at 5'10 I dont like the 37" seats either. Much prefer a smaller bike. My current bikes are XR100 and a Grom. Would like something a bit bigger but not full size. This is interesting
@@MrSirjud01 find a 230
For short riders... Buy cheaper version in philippines. Im 5"2 riding philippine enduro...😂😂
Agreed. I'm 6' with a 35" leg and I bought a 400sm because I could flat foot it. Now that I am off roading more, the 21-18 rims I put on make the bike 2 inches taller, and I have to tip toe the thing.
I feel like a KLX 230s or a tt250 would be a way better learner dirt bike for most riders simply because of the ability to touch ground. Anyone tried either of those?
What is generally available
in performance bikes
is basically two choices size wise,
an example would be
CRF150RB vs CRF250R
You can have a tiny
51'' wheelbase or a 58''
wheelbase, and frames to match ,
so one is too small for many of us
and the other too large.
They refuse to offer us a performance bike
with a 54'' + - wheelbase, something
in between the tiny and huge framed bikes,
with a curb weight of 200lbs, and a seat height
around 34'' , 35'' , and 35-40 hp, not 12hp lol.
I am a short guy 5'4, I love to ride but there are very few dirt bikes low enough for me decides older models. Thanks for sharing this video! Oh, and she is a good rider, way to go!
Can you name the few bikes because I am 5.3
@@Madchad6969 some older Yamaha YZ 125 and 250 models from the 1980s
I will be shocked if she doesn't absolutely love the Beta. The chassis geometry being a little closer to a trials bike allows so much confidence in technical terrain combined with beautiful throttle control and of course the 300 2 stroke bottom end grunt makes for a nearly perfect machine to learn and progress on for smaller riders.
Bruuup bruuuup get used to it 😎😎😎
Whatever you are happy with is the only important thing . And honestly the constant bike swapping makes this a super interesting channel .
Been here for years and no plans on leaving 👍
kick ass you found that at vintage days!! Im only an hour from mid Ohio and a few friends have been but I have yet to be. The video you had on it seals the deal. Next year ill be there!
I am 5’5” with a 30” inseam & the greatest investment I made to my 2005 KTM EXC 500, that I purchased new in 2005, was to have the suspension lowered by 3” both forks & shock was the addition of lowering shims, all of which are reversible. The original seat height of 37” just did not work for me. Now with the 34” seat height I can touch the ground with both feet with the ball of each foot. My suspension tuner, trained & certified by Race Tech suspension, changed the springs for my weight & adjusted the compression/rebound for my riding abilities. No stock bike suspension is ever going to work for you like custom suspension. It should be the main modification done to any bike you ride. Once you ride a bike set up for you & your needs I can say it will make you a better rider. You can always gain skill which helps, but suspension made for your needs is guaranteed to help make you happier when you ride!!!
Can you get into a little more detail please . We’re about the same height and I’m thinking of picking up a 500 next summer . Big thanks 🙏
@@ThatsMyBully according to the Race Tech suspension tuner who did it all they do is add lowering shims. He should them to me & the looked like a washer to me. You can lower by the amount he installed. They can lower both ends up to 3” or less without hurting the suspension & when they take it into account as they adjust all settings for your custom needs to make the bike suspension work for you. Now if you need it lower than 3” he also said the suspension parts can be cut to go lower but after being cut it is not reversible. So I only did 3” just in case I decided to go back to the original height. By lowering internally the stock rideability stays the same, so cuts trails as the engineers intended it, which KTM does well with the 500’s. I hope this helps you. Just make sure you get a reputable suspension tuner. It takes good training to have someone to set it up properly for your needs. Good luck!
Lowering suspension changes the handling of the bike in bad ways. For small children it can help gain confidence. For an adult not good.
@@olliechristopher467 sorry you believe that because the Race Tech suspension guy that said they did it with Ricky Carmichael & because both ends are lowered the same rideing characteristics stay the same. The handling problems start when people add lowering links. That changes the dynamics of the suspension completely. When done internally all you lose is height. If your doing 30’ jumps that’s a major loss in travel which will cause bottoming if the springs aren’t added which they did in Ricky Carmichael’s bike to make the suspension work for him & he’s not the only rider professionally that does these suspension adjustments.
@@edwinarmstrong9175 Rickys bike was way more than just suspension. His suspension, chassis and frame modifications cost more than you can even imagine. It was a whole custom build factory bike. By lowering suspension components you lose ground clearance and the bike will never handle as good as stock geometry.
Drop the spring rates to her weight and she will gain another 1/2 of clearance. My wife did. They are pretty rich out of factory so lean the jetting out a little and it starts to come alive in the mid low/mid. Way less hesitation.
I've been waiting for her to get an X-trainer, makes perfect sense. The suspension isn't as good as the RR, but it's more than enough for her, shit, more than enough for most people honestly! You can also turn that allen bolt out to change the power valve delivery (or screw it in to lessen the hit). I also love the OI, I've never had a problem with it, keep it on there. So nice to just dump gas in and rip. Should be a nice bike I think! Happy for her!
I also have an xtrainer no problems I’m 57 and 5’8” and about 220 no problems with the suspension just had to get used to pipe knock when it heats up sounds scary at first but no worries. I am also rehabbing from some serious injuries and the machine is so controllable and grunty there is no issue with enjoying it!!!! Best of luck with it
@@davet3947 I probably should have got one too since I'm only 5'8" as well, but wanted the 300RR with the better suspension, I can still get my toes on the ground, but any weird terrain and it's tough for sure. I drive my SxS more then the Beta now, it basically just collects dust, but I do like to bust it out from time to time to practice balance maneuvers and stuff like that. Still a fun bike.
@@BarnStangz 😎if your northwest nj we ride pretty regular if your looking to get out
@@davet3947 Thanks for the invite man, but I'm stuck in Ohio, just like Tanner! I try to hit up Hatfield twice a year and I also ride in Michigan when the weather isn't completely piss poor.
The second she took off I could tell she has way more confidence good shit Alexis. I think this bike will be good for you
Congratulation, I hope you love your Beta Xtrainer as much as I love MY 2022. Picked it up in January at Beaver Creek Cycle.
You should try Timberline trails in Marienville, PA.
Thanks Beta for the xtrainer! Even the RR's and race models have lower seat heights than the other brands. The xtrainer is an awesome woods bike.
Well done! That’s the right one and it sounds like it was meant to be!
Congrats and enjoy!
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You are a lucky man to find a woman who enjoys riding dirt. Very easy on the eyes too. Happy Riding 👍🏻
Such a good looking bike AND it will be perfect size? HYPE for you/Alexis!!
Wanted to come back and say thank you for showing us the perfect bike for people our size 🙏🏼 If i can remember correctly this was the video where i first learned of the bike and now I have one lowered and all 🤟🏼
Yes off course ! It's an amazing bike for technical riding and for smaller lighter riders and a good improver. Only problem the suspensions may need an upgrade once you want to ride faster and the fuel thank might need to be replaced with a slightly bigger one. Good choice and ride on !
Thank you for this video! I am currently riding a WR250F it's too tall and heavier. My husband loves 2 strokes, and he wants me to get a Beta XTrainer. I am 5'6" so I need a shorter bike. I appreciate the information!
You're an awesome women! Love the skills!
Good for you Lex, congratulations!! Now RMFR! Dig your all videos. Hope to meet y'all at Perry, hanging rock? you'll know me with the Bengals painted helmet.👍🤟
Wow, talk about perfect timing on the purchase!
Also, for people who always love to complain about a lot of us girls who ride 300s…. IMO they are easier to handle in the harder single track I tend to ride. You can really lug them, and don’t need to abuse the clutch nonstop like a 150.
Really happy for you guys! She will definitely have more confidence and most of all FUN!!👍
Nice buy! There were a lot of good deals at vintage days. I swear I saw that bike go by me out there. Didn't recognize you guys or I would have stopped to say hi. Would have been cool to run into you guys. Been watching your videos for the last couple years. Looking forward to seeing the bike in action. She's come a long way as far as riding abilities. Hope to run into you guys some time. My buddy and I primarily ride at Wayne national forest. But do trips to Kentucky once in a while. Rush is where we like to go. We are from Columbus area. Check out some of my videos from my helmet cam. Even some cool night rides. I'm on a 2019 Gasgas ec300 six days. It was between that or a Bata. I had to lower the Gasgas. Have fun and be safe!
ohhh dude cant wait to see you guys hitting the trails with the new bikes!!!
You’re going to love the xtrainer! I’ve had mine for 3 weeks and I’m already so in love.
Seat concepts low comfort seat is a good option. It’s much more comfortable and about 3/4 lower so can get even more ground contact.
This is just what I needed to see, I have been fascinated with the Honda CRF 300L and could not get it anywhere. I settled for a Lifan KPR 200 from Amazon. I wanted to ride,just getting my license and having trouble finding a dual sport was a slum experience especially since I'm 5'4. I enjoyed this video and all the information was right on. Thanks a bunch and I hope all the best and enjoyment for you, stay safe.
I have had my Beta for a couple of years now and love it! I have a couple of inches on you but it is the perfect bike for my height. I came off of a 230 and am such a better rider with my Beta. I hope you love it as much as I have. Congrats.
I’m looking at buying one of these on marketplace, I’m getting to excited, I’m 5’3 and currently have a crf150f
thankyou for this video guys, im getting into riding again after having kids havent owned a bike since 2013. i couldnt ride any bike without touching so back then i opted for bigwheel 140 pitpro. im so excited to look into this and have a bike that is suited for my height that isnt a cute pit bike
Congratulations Lex on your new 2-Strooooke 👊🏼✊🏼
I’ve got the Beta 200rr and absolutely love it. I’m 5’9”, I’m 45 years old and it was my first bike. It’s perfect for me.
A Beta, good choice! Prepare for a huge improvement of your raiding abilities Alexis!
is she a viking??? raiding??? or you mean riding 🤷
@@trdadam2325 hahaha riding yes. But maybe they will be up to some raids too! I think it's very clear english is not my primary language.
Bikes don’t make the rider. Facts.
Beautiful bike! Perfect size, she looks so comfortable and looks great on it. Y’all made the right choice! 🙌
This bike is my choice. I currently have a AJP PR4. It's definitely a keeper but I want the Beta xtrainer too.
I can't wait for the next few videos of riding new bike. As a short rider not great options on bike from factory. I'm 5.4 and riding wr250r lowered 2 inches with my weight and I probably fall just as much as she does off road. If I could buy a new 300 2stroke with lower seat height from factory it would be done deal and parked in my garage. But most are 36-37 seat height. Xtrainer stock is 35.8'' which is better but still high and loose suspension quality. I live in pnw and so many single track trails. I would like to have single track trail bike down the road but seat hight is big factor for me.
Hello guys! Thank you for video. Happy you've found the bike that fits you. I am still searching and have the same "short rider" problem. And question - what a lowering kit is installed on your bike? What a seat height now? Sorry if you told about that in the video but I didn't get
I've been playing this game all my life. This is just another step. The machine I've fully settled on is the CRF150RB (big wheel), which you tried, but for some odd reason rejected. I don't understand that rejection. It has power everywhere, fits better than a full-size bike with 18"/21" wheels that someone tried to make smaller, and very important: when you fall and hafta move the bike around, it's SO much lighter. It's the machine I waited 30 years to find. I'm humbly betting that after a while, you'll come back to it. I did.
As mentioned, it was a favorite bike and would have kept but the electric start and full size wheels make a big difference. Definitely had plenty of power, Glad it works for you!
@@Straubberry Very nice response. Now that I reread my initial comment, I sounded like a jerk. My apologies!! I'm glad you're happy with it, and I wish you fun riding, with no injuries.
Such a cool bike, wish KTM still had the freeride 250r too. Perfect cross between trials and enduro.
I've ridden both the X-rainer and the Freeride 250R. The Beta X trainer is way more fun. The Freeride is more like a trials bike with a seat so you could get a montessa with a seat.
I think you hit on it perfectly - You have to be comfortable and if you need to be able to flat foot then so be it.
You ride better when your confidence is high, so yes you have to give different bike a try, but go with what make you 100% comfortable and confident.
Just a shame to loose money for such a short period of time - selling the 350's only after a few months
Tanner I've got two seasons on my 21' XT and if you need to ask any questions please don't hesitate. I love mine, and have done just about every mod available.
I have a ‘21 XTrainer. You will not be disappointed. For the kind of riding that you do (which is the same kind I ride), I think it’s a perfect bike. My only complaint is clutch drag. See the way it lurched forward when she started it? I’m working to reduce it, so we’ll see how it goes.
Mine same issue when it warms a bit it’s a little more noticeable but I have learned to just gas it a bit on start up, let us know if you figure it out👍
@@davet3947 Search “beta clutch drag advrider” for the details. YT keeps deleting my replies. 🙄
@@KB3AOL thanks will do
I’ve always wanted to check one of these bikes out!
X Trainer is a fantastic bike. I've had one for a few years and a friend of mine just sold his 300 XCW and bought one. Rieju / Gas Gas Ranger 200/300 is a good one too.
She looks so much more comfortable on that bike good choice 🤙🏽
ABOUT TIME ONE OF YOU JUMPED ON THE BETA TRAIN!!
That's a really nice bike, love the looks of it! Seems to fit her very well just watching her ride it. I'm 5'6" and wouldn't mind having one of those myself. Currently have a '12 KTM 300 XCW with a chopped seat! 😀
I'm 5'6". Used to have a CR 250. If I had boots on and and stretched my toes as far as they would go, I still couldn't quite touch and would teeter toter back and forth by about a quarter inch.
That is the perfect setup for her. She looks great on it.
Agreed!
Good luck and have fun, Alexis!
Just a natural on that bike too!
Glad you got what you need for your riding. Many riders below 5'10" ride the large GS bikes too. The 2S noise will tire you out if you like long rides. I could not consider a Beta if it does not have a California emissions sticker on the front, so not a 50 state bike. I don't think your bike is even legal in CA for a visit on the street. The 350 exc lowered both ends with a chopped seat is the unicorn for the lighter west coast riders. But there is never a wrong on 2 wheels, we're all in the same family. Ride what you brought. Happy trails!
I sell Beta and all 3 Austrian brands and you for sure got the right bike. I sell a lot of X Trainers.
That is the perfect bike for her, I do agree. Also you got it at a great price with some mods. Now we need to find you the perfect bike. And in my option if you don't mind a 4 stroke, I think the (2022 KTM 500 EXC-F) would be the best for you. I wasn't sure if your switching back to a 2 stroke.
I need a riding lesson with Alexis! She looked so much more relaxed and confident. Loving your videos. Bing watching!!
She definitely loves the beta, it suits her much better. Thanks for watching Beau!
Nice looking bike, great colour scheme. She needs some Elton John boots to avoid the tippy toes. If anything great coloursm
Thanks alot for the video, it really looks something that my wife needs. Beta has serious history, and after they got their own engine they really improved.
Thanks again and...do use back protection😊
Cheers!
Congrats! It totally is. I’m 5’6” and it’s the only full size dirt bike I feel like an actual adult on lol. Once you get the suspension sorted (there are multiple kits out there), it can be a great all around trail/enduro bike too. Enjoy! 👍🏾
What’s wrong with the suspension? How much are these new? Are they readily available?
@@airadaimagery692 you can probably find out a lot of these answers just by searching for Xtrainer review or googling for info on the bike’s suspension, but it is basically a pretty soft trials type suspension that is fine for riding slow, smaller lightweight riders, and/or hard enduro/trials like skill building. It is typically not most people’s favorite for riding fast, especially bigger riders, but that’s a subjective thing. Yes, the suspension kits are readily available if you search and you can even order a kit directly from Beta.
@@urbanadventurer5 thanks
i just bought a 22 beta 300rr im in love with it!!! such a nice bike
Great video. Has she ever ridden the two stroke KTM freeride 250R? We have one that’s been lowered for my 5’3" wife and the characteristics sound very similar to this beta.
It is a shame that there aren't options for the short folk. My wife is the same size and always had a tough time getting a foot down. Consider swapping out that 140/80r18 for a 120/80r18 to help getting more toes to touch. Add Tubliss when you do it to keep the traction even though the tire is 1.25" shorter.
I have the 2018 XT. The OI left me stranded, so I rage sold it, but I missed it so much, I just bought it back. I'm gong to do the OI Delete. (it turned out to be a bad TPS sensor for the injector pump. It was replaced, but now it is showing as failed again)
Look at the Seat Concepts Low Seat option. It made a big difference for me as a short rider.
YES FINALLY!
Man this is my dream enduro. Especially because of the relatively long maintenance interval.
Here in Germany there are close to no options to ride Offroad, it's illegal almost everywhere.
With the low maintenance interval of 1000km I would be able to get a plate and just take it to the nearby enduro parks or mx tracks
Great bikes...I've got one and I'm over 6ft...use it for the very English sport of Long Distance Trials.
Lovely to see the obvious respect you have for each other too
The fork springs are probably stock length (or should be). Double check that, because if anybody wants to change spring rates, they would have to have a special spring if KTM does not provide the shorter spring rates. I am sure they modified the fork to use the standard length spring, instead of making a bunch more springs that they might never use. on my YZ250 SSS forks, it was as easy as machining another groove on the OD of a aluminum tube.
I had a 1974 street legal Honda XL250 it was the same concept trail bike trainer.I say street legal the bike was but I wasn’t no license no insurance no helmet he got me good learn learned
Nice bike Lex!
So awesome what a score! so cool how alexis rides even being 5'0" wow. I'm 5'9" and I thought I struggled lol. Awesome vid u 2
she looks comfortable on there, hope she will enjoy it.
suspension looks a bit stiff, make sure you set up the suspension to her weight. people underestimate how important that is for endurance, comfort, and your body.
Have fun!
My issue! Being sooo short and my husband is scared to get me a big frame bike! I feel like I’m ready for it but it’s so hard to find a great one for me. Get him to look at this ❤
So nice! Damn near as good as the unbeaten YZ250X :)
Another great addition would be lowered foot pegs and lowered seat. I did that on my Beta 200RR and I can dab more and makes hitting stupid stuff more fun.
The problem with lowing tie pegs is they are more likely to get stuck in the ruts
@@offdapace2627 I thought so too - but since my bike already is lower the extra 10mm down and back didn't make me get stuck more. Wort trying - but lowered seat by Seat Concepts was a must for me - I do not like how stiff original Beta seats are. xD
@@helavatar yeah I have the comfort low seat from seat concepts for my KTM great seat but the cover is slippery had too change it for a grip one
Great choice.now you're headed in the right direction.imo betas are the best bikes out there
Not just girls, I'm 55, 5ft6in Australian, same problem power no issue biggest bike a VFR750 I used to wheelie that.
I haven't had a dirt bike since the 80s for that reason, Yamaha 100 LT2
2 Stroke, DT250 2 Stroke air cooled a Kawasaki KL250 4 Stroke not choked up with anti pollution gear like the new bikes 135 kmh rain, hail or shine.
Then they started making them too high for me.
So I changed to big road bikes, my arms felt 6 ft longer till I got used to the hard acceleration.
Back then my first bike bike was a XS750 Triple shaft drive. Bulletproof bike.
I loved 2 strokes back then, power wise back then they would bury a 4 Stroke the same size.
It's a beauty. Good luck with it lex.
i did exactly the same, i went from a husky fe250 to the 2020 xtrainer and iv never looked back,,, to make slightly lower again change the rear 140 tyre to a 120 or lower which again can give u another inch in height,, with that and trim the seat it will be perfect.. 👌
That is a good looking bike. I really like how 2 strokes have made a come back.
I’m 5’6” and I just got a KLX 230RS. As a shorter rider the shorter seat height of the 230rs does great for me being able to control the bike and the 233 cc engine is very torquey down low and loves to lug.
Edit: when I was 16 to get on and start my YZ125 I had to have a log to stand on😂 yeah we need more stuff marketed to shorter riders.
Awesome bike! I love my Beta. It's not a XTrainer, but Betas are great. Enjoy!
What's the seat height on your Beta? You mentioned the previous owner lowered it some.
HA! Common sense finally prevails. Same reason I bought the Xtrainer. Short dude with a 28" inseam. And I lowered mine 2.5" more in back (link + preload), then 1.5" more in front (1" riser + raised fork legs in triple tree). Still tough to flat-foot, but waay less dumps lol. Enjoy!
I have a lowered Husky 501 4 stroke, it's beautiful at low learning speeds for the road aswell
Great looking bike, that has to be the perfect bike for Alexis. After a while she can get a lot more power out of that bike pretty easily. If she wants.
I’m 5ft 8 and I really like my klx300r. It can get going from a stand still just by slowly releasing the clutch. Best in class towing! Haha
The exposed frame on that bike is sick
I'm 5 ft 5 and I can just about make do with a full size enduro but it is nice to be able to touch with box feet at the same time. I have a crf250l as it is slightly lower than most enduros, but one of these would fit the bill! Lovely little bike
THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO!! Looks like a perfect middle ground!
me: *screams excitedly in 5,3*
Sucks we didn't see you at VMD. We'll be camping next year, too much for one day.
The Beta was a good choice, I was looking at them for the low seat height. I got some short get away sticks.
Love my KTM 300 6 days but have been really considering that same bike!
At some point, even if ownership is brief, would enjoy seeing you guys get a KTM 500 and hear your thoughts and reviews. Perhaps as a second bike to your 2-strokes.
500 is king
I don't ride anything the EPA forces on us, so I don't ride a 4-stroke either. But I know for MX, it is the opposite. The 4-strokes are easier to ride than the 2-strokes. When they were forced on us, the 4-stroke extended several riders careers who were ready to retire.
Betamoto Is One of the best italian motorbike brands . I once had an Urban 125 and went everywhere offroad with It. Reliable motorbikes. Cant wait till EICMA comes in autumn ti see all the new entries !
Saluti dall' Italia Vi seguo sempre e Vi aspettiamo all'EICMA Rho Milano Fiera
what's next, guys?
A a 200rr, sherco 250?🤣
Not laughing at you guys, it's just that the situation is funny to me
The bike seems great, i considered one of these myself
Awesome Presentation - story & filming - my wife is the same height may look into the Beta.
There's a 5- footer young later in BC Canada that shreds the dirt tracks on big bikes (she's on TH-cam) for any doubters of skilled height challenged lady folks!
Super awesome video. I’m a make 5”4 1/2 and I own a 1998 yz250 2 stroke I absolutely love it but so so so freaking tall and I’m 47 years old I’m looking for a smaller bike even if I have to sacrifice little power. That’s why I’m here
I have a 2019 YZ250, even taller. It is not too hard to lower the suspension a bit, and you can have your seat lowered by any upholstery shop. I made a mistake when I did mine though a small one. I guessed at how much I wanted to lower it, and ended up a bit short. (1" off the seat and .75 off the suspenders). I sat on the bike with some magazines stacked up under me feet equally to the height I want, then lower the bike that much. Make sure you have the right springs for your weight in the suspension, and the tries are up to pressure for the best measurement. I would suggest who I think are the best guys around for suspension work, "Race Tech" and "Enzo".
For the seat, a buddy of mine told me about this gal, and she did a wonderful job for $80.00, (but I paid her $100.00). All I did was make a cardboard example of the seat shape I wanted with one piece. From one side of the seat, I made the bottom of the seat flush with the bottom the cardboard, the front edge of the seat flush, so she could orient the cardboard well and cut off the top what I wanted (top of the cardboard), and she put the stock seat cover back on.
JB Sport Trim (JBsporttrim.com) 616-994-4767 Michigan. Her name is Nichole. If you drop 1" off the seat and 1" off the suspension,---that is a lot.
@@EarthSurferUSA wow that’s awesome I want my so short that I feel more safe I don’t ride hard anymore so not need to much clearance.
Another good option is the Rieju Ranger 250/300, has better suspension than Beta. Rieju is the old Gas Gas.
Pretty good on the balance drills. I would try going even slower, use the front brake , rear brake and throw in some clutch slippage like a trials rider. It's pretty nice to be able to come to a stop and not have to worry about putting your foot down , or to be able to take off from a dead stop with both feet on the pegs, pop a wheelie in half a bike length or less....looking forward to some trail footage. BBBRRRPPPPppppp
As a TE150i rider, the only thing I would like more is the lower seat height of the BETA X Trainer, and i am a sucker for plush suspension too ..... maybe one day X Trainer - and a LOT cheaper than Husq in Australia
Amazing bikes, great choice. Absolutely loved my 500rs for a DS bike.
Great bike for smaller riders .one of the shorter girls I ride with goes up hard enduro hills with ease great power delivery gave her so much more confidence. Don't make it to snappy it will make you struggle on technical trail .just skid plate pipe gaurd and ride and you will improve your skills fast
Awesome video for us shorter riders cheers
The 350’s (my experience is with a 2022 EXC-F) only have a 6mm brembo clutch master cylinder. Combined with 4strokes are hard to run down low in general it makes hard and technical riding much more difficult. Of course you can upgrade to a bigger master but there expensive and the 6mm you can’t help even with midwest mountain engineering lever… I feel it makes the 6mm harder to pull… my buddy’s have Beta 300’s and they are absolute tanks. Good choice. I lowered my 350 2inches….
It is a beautiful bike ,and I agree, you couldn't pass that up. Street legal too!
I love it! I bought the 22 300RR and LOVE it. So many smart features on the Beta and so easy to ride! I actually wanted a Trainer, but just couldn't find one.
What’s the difference in the RR and trainer? How much do they cost brand new?
@@airadaimagery692 Xtrainer is 7/8 the size, softer suspension, smaller expansion pipe for less and more linear power and I believe about $8k out the door vs $10k for the RR with open cartridge Sachs forks and maybe $11k for the Race edition which does not have oil injection(Xt and RR do) and has KYB forks.
@@jonnyhumphreys9133 thanks. what about fuel capacity? I’m not interested in competing, I just want a good dual spot...
2.5gal for RR and 2.25 for Xtrainer