Beta revealed its new 2013 450S motorcycle. The 2013 Beta 450RS was especially created for off-road riding and features a Beta-Built single cylinder, Titanium 4-valve, 4-stroke liquid cooled engine. The engine is brought to life by an electric starter with back up kick starter and its power is kept under control by a six speed transmission. It is also worthy of being mentioned that the 2013 model comes with a new clutch primary gear and springs for better engagement and clutch action. You also get a redesigned cylinder head including reinforced camshaft bridge, valve retainers, and updated cam chain tensioner.

The motorcycle is built on a redesigned frame especially developed to improve the overall stability and handling. As far as suspensions are concerned, the 2013 Beta 450RS features a new Sachs 48mm fork with TFX technology with adjustable compression and rebound, and a rear Sachs shock absorber with adjustable rebound and hi/low speed compression.

Hit the jump for more information on the 2013 Beta 450RS.

2013 Beta 450RS

Specifications
  • Make: Array
  • Model: 2013 Beta 450RS
  • Transmission: 6-speed
  • [do not use] Vehicle Model: Array

2013 Beta 450RS Features

- 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

USA Specifications*

Engine

Type: Beta-Built single cylinder, Titanium 4-valve, 4-stroke liquid cooled, electric start with back up kick starter

Bore

95mm

Stroke

63.4mm

Displacement

449cc

Compression Ratio

11.95:1

Ignition

DC-CDI with variable ignition timing, Kokusan

Spark Plug

NGK LKAR8A-9

Lubrication

Twin oil pumps with cartridge oil filter. Separate oil for engine and clutch .8 liter each

Carburetor

Keihin FCR-39mm

Clutch

Wet multi-disc

Primary Ratio

31:73

Transmission

6-speed

Final Drive

O-ring chain, Regina

Frame

Molybdenum steel with double cradle split above exhaust port. Quick Air filter access from the side

Wheelbase

58.1”

Seat Height

36.6”

Ground Clearance

12.6”

Footrest Height

16.25”

Dry Weight

249 lbs. dry

Fuel Tank Capacity

2.1 US gallons

Front Suspension

45mm Marzocchi USD fork, adjustable compression and rebound

Rear Suspension

Sachs shock w/adjustable rebound and hi/low speed compression

Front Wheel Travel

11.4”

Rear Wheel Travel

11.4”

Final Gearing

14t front, 45t rear

Front Brake

260mm rotor

Rear Brake

240mm rotor

Front/Rear Rim

21” (Front) 18” (Rear)

Front/Rear Tire

Michelin Enduro, DOT approved

Warranty

12 month Limited Warranty


*specifications subject to change without notice.