The moment has finally come – the Beta family is growing, bringing two new models in the on-off and scrambler sector to the market. Inspired by the historic Alp 4.0, Betamotor technicians have designed and developed two completely new versions of the model. The new Alp 4.0 and Alp X have now arrived!
What is ALP? An icon which is among the most cross-cutting vehicles in the motorcycle world, a simple, intuitive and distinctive bike. At complete ease both on and off the road, it is as suitable for the daily commute as for more demanding journeys. ALP is a reliable and well-made vehicle which is aimed at an enormous user base of different riders, from young A2 licence holders in search of their first bike and returning motorcyclists looking for a simple vehicle with excellent fuel economy, through to women looking for a modern bike which is not excessively tall or heavy and all lovers of light off-road bikes in search of a balanced, fun ride. ALP is the jack-of-all-trades bike and is back with a totally new look!
Alp X is the model without precedent for Beta. It makes the ALP concept its own, bringing it closer to the more modern tastes of those who have rediscovered the world of scramblers. Alp X shares its base components with Alp Alp X exhibits a completely different appeal, becoming the perfect bike for city trips and long-range journeys, while remaining always ready to take on dirt roads along the way. Alp X – like Alp 4.0 – allows convenient pillion riding, thanks to the accommodating saddle and comfortable passenger handles. Alp X is the user-friendly motorbike par excellence.
Engine
The new Alp 4.0 and Alp X models are equipped with a 350cc engine developed in partnership between Betamotor’s technicians and those from Tayo Motorcycles. Developed specifically for this project, the new power unit with electronic injection is capable of supplying up to 35 horsepower at 9500 rpm. In order to exploit the full potential and all power available, the engine has been equipped with a six-speed gearbox, offering a maximum speed of over 130 km/h. Thanks to the reduced fuel consumption and 11-litre fuel tank, with 2.3 litre reserve, the new ALP offers an impressive range which allows it to take on even long off-road journeys far from service stations. The engines of the two models differ in their mapping, designed to guarantee the highest possible levels of performance for both models.
Frame and Suspension:
Frame: the frame of the new ALP bikes is a steel perimeter with the engine slung under it, finished in black. This guarantees simultaneous strength and manageability for the bike, thanks to the frame dimensions developed by Betamotor’s technicians, allowing it to work in perfect synergy with the suspension.
Suspension: both the front fork and rear mono-shock are set up to ensure the greatest possible fun during riding, while maintaining focus on convenience and comfort in the saddle.
Saddle height: The saddle height is 855 mm for Alp X, guaranteeing good ground contact for both models, helping reinforce the feeling of safety in the saddle both on and off the road, even for less experienced riders. The saddle is extremely comfortable both for the rider and passenger.
Brakes: both models are equipped with 290 mm disc at the front and 220 mm at the rear, with Nissin brake cylinder and callipers guaranteeing braking power and modulation in all conditions. The standard equipment also includes the BOSCH ABS system. This driving aid is designed to guarantee the highest levels of safety and can be disengaged in the Offroad map, but is re-enabled automatically whenever the bike is restarted in order to avoid the danger of forgetting to reactivate it.
Enablement of the ABS can be conveniently checked via the indicator on the LCD instrumentation, which also provides information on fuel level, range and engaged gear, as well as traditional information such as speedometer readout, tachometer, and partial and total mileometer, all with modern and easy-to-read graphics.
Alp X, on the other hand, is equipped with 17″ and 19″ wheels, once again on spoked wheels, but with tyres more suited to on road driving, although they retain a profile which will still provide a good off-road riding experience.