I’m a big fan of the Beta XTrainer. Before purchasing my 300 RR, I spent some hours in the saddle of an XTrainer. And although I opted for the stiffer suspension and full-size frame of the 300 RR – mostly due to the kind of terrain I ride - the XTrainer felt like the perfect weapon for tight, technical single track, a cross between a trials bike and a hard enduro machine.
So, it’s no surprise that the XTrainer is the Italian brand’s best-selling model. It’s a perfect fit for casual, trail-focused riders, and is especially great for those with a shorter inseam. It’s lightweight and is powered by the same 300cc two-stroke motor found in the Beta 300 RR and 300 Race Edition - although outfitted with a different exhaust system and expansion chamber that provides more linear, tractor like power. It also carries a price tag that is easily digestible at just $8,990.00 USD.
