The 2025 Beta 300 RR X-Pro and KTM 300 EXC are both 300-class 2-stroke enduro motorcycles. They take different approaches to fuel delivery, rear suspension, and chassis dimensions.
Who Each Bike Suits
The Beta 300 RR X-Pro suits riders who prefer a traditional carburetor setup and a lower seat height. The 930 mm seat height makes it easier for shorter riders to touch the ground in technical terrain.
The KTM 300 EXC is geared toward riders looking for modern throttle-body fuel injection and greater ground clearance. The 347 mm clearance helps clear tall trail obstacles, though it comes with a much taller 963 mm seat height.
Key Differences
- Fuel System: The Beta uses a carburetor with electronic oil injection, while the KTM uses throttle-body fuel injection (a change made to the reference KTM 300 EXC model since 2024).
- Rear Suspension: The Beta uses a shock with a traditional linkage system offering 290 mm of travel. The KTM uses a WP XPLOR shock with a PDS system (no linkage) that provides 310 mm of travel.
- Front Suspension: Beta runs a 48 mm open-cartridge fork with 295 mm of travel. KTM uses a WP XACT 48 mm fork with 300 mm of travel.
- Dimensions: The Beta sits lower with a 930 mm seat height and 320 mm of ground clearance. The KTM sits higher with a 963 mm seat height and 347 mm of ground clearance.
- Weight: The Beta is listed at 103.5 kg (dry), and the KTM is listed at 104.6 kg (without fuel). Because these weights use different measuring standards, they are not directly comparable.
- Engine Size: Both are 6-speed, electric-start 2-strokes. The Beta is 292.6 cc, and the KTM is slightly larger at 293.2 cc. Neither manufacturer publishes horsepower for these bikes.
- US Pricing: The Beta has a US list price of $9,899 (before freight). The KTM 300 EXC name has no US list price; instead, the bike is sold in the US as the 300 XC-W for $11,599.
- Fuel Capacity: The Beta holds 9.5 L, while the KTM holds slightly less at 9 L.
Which Should You Buy?
Choose the Beta 300 RR X-Pro if a lower seat height and traditional carburetor appeal to your riding style and maintenance preferences. Opt for the KTM 300 EXC (or 300 XC-W in the US) if you want the linkless PDS rear suspension, fuel injection, and extra ground clearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fuel system does each bike use?
The Beta 300 RR X-Pro uses a carburetor paired with electronic oil injection. The KTM 300 EXC uses throttle-body fuel injection.
How does the rear suspension differ?
The Beta utilizes a rear shock with a linkage system providing 290 mm of travel. The KTM features a PDS shock with no linkage, yielding 310 mm of travel.
Which bike has a lower seat height?
The Beta 300 RR X-Pro has a noticeably lower seat height of 930 mm. The KTM 300 EXC sits taller at 963 mm.
Are these bikes the same weight?
The Beta weighs 103.5 kg dry, while the KTM weighs 104.6 kg without fuel. Because the manufacturers measure these differently, the weights cannot be directly compared.