Beta RS 450 Make Model | Beta RS 450 | Year | 2013 | Engine | Air cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, | Capacity | 449 | Bore x Stroke | 95 x 63.4 mm | Compression Ratio | 11.95:1 | Induction | Keihin FCR-MX 39mm | Ignition / Starting | DC-CDI with variable ignition timing, Kokusan. / kick | Spark Plug | NGK LKAR 8A-9 | Clutch | Wet multi-disc | Max Power | | Max Torque | | Transmission / Drive | 6 Speed / chain | Frame | Molybdenum steel with double cradle split above exhaust port. Air filter access from the side | Front Suspension | 48 mm Sachs USD fork, adjustable compression and rebound, TFX technology, 11.4 in wheel travel. | Rear Suspension | Sachs shock w/adjustable rebound and hi/low speed compression, 11.4 in wheel travel. | Front Brakes | Single 260mm disc 2 piston caliper | Rear Brakes | Single 240mm disc 1 piston caliper | Front Tyre | 90/90 -21 | Rear Tyre | 140/80 -18 | Seat Height | 934.7 mm / 36.8 in | Dry-Weight | 108 kg / 240 lb | Fuel Capacity | 7.9 Lutes / 2.1 gal | Features and Benefits
Engine: - Redesigned cylinder head including reinforced camshaft bridge, valve retainers, and updated cam chain tensioner to help reduce engine noise. - New clutch primary gear and springs for better engagement and clutch action. - Updated counterbalance bearings for increased reliability. - Stronger cam chain guides - Increased oil volume to the engine cam chain for reduced friction. - New oil drain plug for easier oil changes. Chassis: - All new Sachs 48mm fork with TFX technology, developed by Sachs exclusively for Beta. This new design allows the fork to move through its stroke with very little friction. - New SKF fork seals and wipers with self-lubricating compounds to also reduce stiction. - New triple clamp to match perfectly with the new front fork. - Redesigned frame with extra gussets as well as an increased tube diameter on the lower tubes. This new frame has less flex and has improved stability. - New front and rear brake rotors. - New Brembo clutch master cylinder for a better clutch feel and engagement. - Redesigned muffler (Spark Arrestor) offers better flow while retaining a quiet exhaust note. - Redesigned front headlight and front fender support - Striking new red color for 2013 |