Beta presented the new 2013 EVO 200 which has received a series of upgrades to be able to remain on the same line with its rivals.

Among the most significant upgrades made for the new model you’ll find a new frame, new plastics, improved ergonomics, refreshed suspensions and stronger brakes.

The 2013 Beta Evo 200 is propelled by a single cylinder, 2 stroke, liquid cooled engine with a displacement of 200 cc. The engine’s power is kept under control by a six speed transmission which is paired with a wet multi-disc clutch.

The engine is mounted on a modern frame obtained by hydroforming. Thanks to the innovative hydroforming process , the frame has better mechanical features and is also lighter than a conventional one.

The 2013 Beta Evo 200 is offered with a starting price of $ 7199.00 USD.

Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 Beta Evo 200.

2013 Beta Evo 200

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  • Model: 2013 Beta Evo 200
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Press Release

The EVO 200 range has been completely revised for 2013: new frame, new plastics, improved ergonomics and greater versatility.

Improving what for years has been the benchmark in Trial is always difficult, but once again the Tuscany House has managed to make a major development in its 2013 EVO models, starting with the introduction of a technology that has never been previously applied in the Trial market. The new 2013 EVO is in fact the first trial bike in the World to use a frame where the main section is obtained by hydroforming with all the advantages that this technology allows. Ease of maintenance, friendly riding, and ergonomics are further improved on the 2013's by raising the bar to an even higher level of quality in the EVO family.

The experience gained in the last year of racing and the constant research for new technical solutions, have led to an excellent product under any point of view. Donato Miglio, Beta Trial Factory Team Manager, describes the EVO 2013: "Powerful and easy for riders of any level, the bike is extremely versatile with a great travel range. From your first ride you feel the EVO was made for your needs." The 2013 EVO is therefore an excellent bike able to compete at the highest levels in national and international competitions and at the same time allows hobby riders to discover how easy the new EVO is to ride.

New frame obtained by hydroforming: the application of this technology has allows a frame with better mechanical features, lighter (- 250 grams), more rigid, with a larger capacity fuel tank (+ 250cc) and a unique aesthetic. The red color compliments the new shape of the frame and reinforces the look of the bike.

Rear fender: the rear fender is completely new, with a slim design, it includes a cover in the "seat" area to access the air filter box. This allows to speed up and simplify inspection, maintenance and replacement of air filter.

Side covers: now made in one piece, they are a real tank cover, and through their sculpted forms, enhance the aggressive spirit of the 2013 EVO.

Stand: made of forged aluminum, stronger in design yet it is over 100 grams lighter. It also improves the general aesthetics of the vehicle.

Rear Shock: revised with new internal components and a new hydraulic, it has a different setting which allows to use at its best the agility of the new EVO.

Front Fork: new setting for a most progressive feeling with the front wheel.

CDI: placed under the rear fender, it is more secure and less prone to accidental damage in the event of a fall.

Regulator: located at the rear of the engine for simplification of the electrical system.

Electrical system: the repositioning of the CDI unit and the regulator has allowed us to define a new layout of the electrical system that is streamlined and simplified for greater efficiency and better look.

Light/Map Switch: mounted on the side to avoid damage, it also houses the switch for the dual mapping settings.

Kill Button: positioned on the handlebar for practicality and ease of use.

Color and graphics: frame is now red ( to inspire power and racing feeling ) while plastics are white and matt black. The new graphics highlight the innovative shapes of the chassis and plastics, escalating the racing look of the 2013 EVO *.

Engine

Shift drum: New shift drum with a modified shape to allow smooth action of the gearbox, greater fluidity and precise riding.

CDI: a new timing curve has been developed to optimize power delivery and provide an immediate feeling with the bike. This allows the rider to be comfortable in any situation and condition of land. From a performance point of view a greater torque at low rpm and a never ending top end have been obtained.

Arriving at the end of July, the new 2013 EVO will be available through official Beta importers

WHAT IS Mototrial?

If you have never ridden a modern trials bike, you simply don’t know what you’re missing. The ability to negotiate rough terrain is unmatched by anything on two wheels, but the real secret is how much fun they are to ride! The combination of light weight (150 lbs), incredible low-speed handling, very quiet, and a torquey engine allow them to go practically anywhere with ease. Not only will you have fun, but you’ll experience new places to ride, meet new friends and learn new skills that will take you to the next level of motorcycling. Intrigued? You should be.

Most trials riders own other types of motorcycles as well. A trials bike is the perfect second bike because it compliments the riding you are doing now, whether it be motocross, trail or even street. You’ll find it’s the ultimate tool for cross training as well as “Adventure Riding”. We’ll explain it all here, and when you’re done reading this booklet, you’ll know all about trials and the funny looking bike with no seat.

A trials bike is unlike anything you’ve ever ridden. Comparing one to a conventional off-road bike is like comparing a Cessna to a 747. Imagine riding a standard off-road bike (XR, WR, EX/C; you name it) up a steep mountain trail with several miles of rock ledges, tight switchbacks and loose rubble. Unless you’re Ty Davis, you would soon become exhausted as you lifted, pushed and cursed your way to the top. Now imagine conquering the same trail with ease while lofting the front wheel over those rock ledges with full control and near-perfect traction. Then picture yourself floating the front wheel around those tight switchbacks in a continuous feet-up wheelie turn! You can do that and more on a trials bike, and you’ll have a blast doing it.

Trials riding can be difficult for sure, but the bike itself is not difficult to ride. It is actually quite “user friendly”, despite its amazing capability. Think about it. The bikes weigh only 160 pounds, have a low seat height, smooth power (although surprisingly snappy), soft, sticky tires and are easy to start. How could that be hard to ride? If you have any off-road riding experience at all, you’ll soon be crossing logs and climbing vertical steps that you never could have imagined before.

Trials riding is physically demanding. When you first start out, you’re legs will burn, your hands will ache and your arms will turn to putty. That’s a good thing, of course, because eventually your muscles will adapt and you’ll be in much better shape for all types of riding. The sneaky part is that an intensive workout can be accomplished in half an hour in an area the size of a backyard.

Every off-road riding parent wants to teach his or her child to ride well, but let’s face it; it’s difficult to ride together when your kid is on a Z-50 and you’re on a CR250. But with a trials bike, you can actually ride WITH your child while demonstrating proper brake and throttle control, turning and balance - the basic skills that are key to becoming a competent rider (trials OR otherwise). You’ll spend more time together and you’ll both gain more from the experience.

The special trials tires are a key part of the bike’s amazing capability. The rubber is super-soft and the carcass is designed to flex at low pressure and grip better than anything you’ve ever tried before. The rear tire is tubeless and typically run between 4-5 PSI. Punctures can be fixed using a standard tubeless tire plug kit.

You’ve got the usual air filter cleaning ritual, of course, and a chain to lube. The gearbox and fork oil ought to be changed occasionally along with a check of all the nuts and bolts for tightness, but that’s about it. The engines are well designed, and since they don’t spend much time at redline, they seem to last forever. Piston rings last many years, as do chains, sprockets, clutches and brakes. About the biggest expense are tires, which range between $150.00- $200.00 a set, but they, too, last quite a while.

Everyone asks this question, where’s the seat? There isn’t a seat in the normal sense, but there is a wide, smooth place to sit down. This “seat” is actually quite comfortable; the problem is it’s so low that sit-down riding is awkward, even for short riders. Why is this? Simple. Trials (or any technical riding) is done standing up, and the low seat allows your legs to absorb more impact before your butt hits the seat. This “leg suspension travel” is very important when crossing a three-foot log, for example, and contributes to the trials bike’s amazing maneuverability. Plus, the low seat allows you to “dab” (touch the ground) in spots not possible on a regular bike. And if the going gets really tough, you actually CAN sit down and “paddle” very effectively with both feet. Beta offers a long-range seat and tank for those who wish to have more fuel and an actual seat.

After a bit of practice on the bike, you may want to enter an Observed Trials competition. Mototrial competition is very similar to golf. Both are individual sports requiring concentration and patience. The lowest score wins. These events test your riding skill against other riders with similar skills. Six different classes exist from Beginner to Expert, so regardless of your ability, there is an appropriate class to enter. There is even a special kids class with three separate divisions of its own. Most trials are held in the forest, desert or mountains, usually far from any town. A typical event consists of a fairly easy trail “loop”, three to seven miles in length and marked with pink ribbon. Within this loop, ten “sections” are marked with red and blue ribbon or tape. (Red marks the right boundaries and blue the left). Each class rides a different route through the section, and the goal is to ride each one without “dabbing” a foot or crossing any boundaries. The rider can walk each section first to become familiar with it, but is not allowed to pre-ride it. The “checker” (also called an observer – hence the name “Observed Trials”) will score the rider and punch his scorecard.

Scoring is as follows:

0 Points: Called a “clean”, is the best you can get and the goal of every rider.

1 Point: Completing the section with only a single “dab” or a single feet-up stop.

2 Points: Completing the section with either two dabs, two stops or a stop with a foot down.

3 Points: The “Three” is awarded for completing the section with three or more dabs, stops or a combination of the two. If you paddle your way through a section, but do not go out of bounds or stall the engine, you will receive a “Three”.

5 Points: The “Five” is given for failure to complete the section. This could be caused by not making an obstacle and stalling, riding out of bounds, falling down or moving backwards.

At the end of each loop, the rider turns in his or her scorecard and receives the next one. If desired, the rider may take a few minutes between loops to rest, grab a drink or snack and check over the bike before heading out on the next loop. Because a trials event is not a race, the atmosphere is much more laid back, and you are free to ride by yourself or with anyone you choose. Many ride with a group of friends and cheer (or heckle!) each other on. It’s great fun! The event is over once you have completed the required (usually three) loops. Instead of a definite time cut-off, there is typically a “sweep” about four or five hours after the start, and as long as you have begun your last loop and remain ahead of the sweep crew, you are OK on time. Novice is the beginning class and consists of sections that are about as difficult as an easy trail ride.

The next class is Sportsman followed by Intermediate, Advanced, Master and Expert. Only a select few are capable of riding Expert-class trials, but everyone likes to watch! Even if you aren’t ready to try trials just yet, come on out to an event and be a spectator. It costs nothing, and you are free to walk to the various sections, take pictures and get within a few feet of the riders. Sounds fun because it is! Go out and try Mototrial today!

USA Specifications

US MSRP Price

$7199.00 USD

Engine Type

Single cylinder, 2-stroke, liquid-cooled w/ reed valve

Bore

64mm

Stroke

60.5mm

Displacement

194.6 cc

Compression Ratio

11:8:1

Ignition

Electronic 12 volt, 85 watt w/ dual-map switch (aggressive or soft settings)

Spark Plug

NGK BR7ES

Lubrication

: Pre-mix (synthetic oil)

Carburetor

Mikuni VM 26mm

Clutch

Wet multi-disc w/ cush-drive basket

Transmission

6-speed

Frame

Aluminum beam, single wave Hydro-Formed w/built in fuel tank

Wheelbase

51.4”

Seat Height

26”

Ground Clearance

12.2”

Footrest Height

13.6”

Dry Weight

146 lbs. dry

Fuel Tank Capacity

.75 US gallons

Front Suspension

38mm Paioli

Rear Suspension

Single shock, aluminum bodied including linkage, adjustable dampening

Front Wheel Travel

6.5”

Rear Wheel Travel

7.1”

Final Gearing

11t front, 42t rear

Front Brake

185mm rotor w/ 4-piston caliper

Rear Brake

160mm rotor w/ twin-piston caliper

Front/Rear Rim

21” (Front) 18” (Rear)

Front/Rear Tire

Michelin Trial

Warranty

6 month Limited Warranty

MSRP

$7199.00


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