Hey all, 

 

Been thinking about making the switch from a 2010 Beta 125 to around something of similar age in the 125 TXT family. I've ridden a 125 gasser for about 5 minutes but didn't get a really good chance to ride for an extended period of time. Has anyone ridden both and can point out the difference especially in the bottom end? I've been told a lot that the Beta 125 is much stronger down low (torquey) compared to the gasser. 

 

Regards, 

The Beta has a shade more bottom end but the difference is not that much  particularly once they are worn a bit. If you are a heavier rider both need to be revved / clutched.

Can i ask whats the point. Why change from a 125 to another 125? Better the devil you know usually.

 

I ride a 125 Sherco and weigh 73kg its powerful enough just has to be revved more. But im no professional just getting out there and riding to build up skill.

Borrowed my bike to a even better rider and he can do the same on mine as his beta 250 just says you have to work it more. Also getting comments when it pulls up the same hills as 290&300's why they actually need that much more power. But as i said im no professional

Partially because I'm curious, I might try and get myself a longer test ride next time. I also wouldn't mind upgrading to something with a little bit better suspension. 

Edited September 28, 201510 yr by jml

I personally would stick with a bike that the manufacturer is still in business. Call me crazy!!!!

Buy a Reiger shock for the Beta! Not much difference in power unless you get a 2015 Gasser they are really pokey on that year.