2023 Beta Xtrainer Review (18 Fast Facts From The Trails) | Chengdu Western Sunset Group Co.,Ltd

Introduced eight years ago, the Beta Xtrainer has always been the red-headed stepchild of the boutique Italian brand's dirt bike lineup. Designed as something between a trials bike and an enduro bike, featuring a more compact frame and lower seat height, the Xtrainer never lived up to its potential as a novice-friendly trail bike capable of taking on highly technical trails—until now. Beta reworked the Xtrainer last year, but we never made the time to ride it. There are more updates this year, and we nabbed the first one in the fleet. As it turns out, the 2023 Beta Xtrainer is a huge step forward for the model, and I love it.

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2023 Beta Xtrainer Price: $8299 MSRP

Suspension always held the Beta Xtrainer back. Beta has gotten serious about the Xtrainer's suspension, and it works incredibly well, which makes a world of difference. Although fully adjustable, we didn't stray much from the stock settings. The 2023 Beta Xtrainer's 292cc two-stroke motor has two power settings—Sun and Rain—and they make a huge difference. The Sun mode delivers an interesting experience, and there's a learning curve for its use. Push the handlebar-mounted button and put the Xtrainer into the Rain mode, and it pulls strongly off idle. I can take both sides of the question of which power mode to pick in different situations. For those who want even more power delivery options, the power valve is adjustable. Beta could have made it easier to switch power modes. The diaphragm-spring hydraulic clutch is fantastic. With excellent suspension action and a wonderfully supple motor, the intuitive handling of the 2023 Beta Xtrainer is the cherry on top of a Sunday ride. The Shinko 216MX tires always find traction. The brakes are strong—maybe a bit too strong. Although the seat height is 35.8 inches, it feels much lower—something I rarely say on a dirt bike. Life with a carburetor can be complicated. Jetting is spot-on, working fine in altitudes ranging from around 2500 feet above sea level to about a mile up. An oil injection system makes things easier in a mixed garage. The 2023 Beta Xtrainer will please just about anyone other than the fastest go-fast guys. RIDING STYLE 2023 Beta Xtrainer Specs ENGINE CHASSIS DIMENSIONS and CAPACITIES 2023 Beta Xtrainer Price: $8299 MSRP