The 2008 Beta REV-3 200 is a lightweight trial motorcycle designed for beginners and intermediate riders seeking a nimble, easy-to-manage platform. Known for its compact 195cc single-cylinder engine and featherweight 70kg construction, it excels in technical terrain and is best suited for riders developing their trial skills. The liquid-cooled engine and six-speed transmission deliver responsive performance ideal for navigating obstacles and tight courses.
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Off-road & trail98%
Cornering40%
City riding10%
Daily riding5%
Touring5%
Two-up0%
Track10%
Best for
Built purely for competitive and recreational trials riding, it excels at technical obstacle negotiation, tight balance work, and low-speed precision maneuvers over rocks, logs, and steep terrain.
Built for
The bike has a nimble, featherweight character with a torquey but controllable two-stroke delivery, an aluminium beam frame for precise flex, and a chassis tuned entirely around slow-speed balance and grip rather than speed.
Not ideal for
It is not suited to riders seeking highway capability, passenger carrying, long-distance comfort, or any form of paved road touring, given its tiny fuel tank, minimal seating, and trials-specific gearing.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Full specifications
Engine
Capacity
195.0 ccm
Engine type
Single
Bore x stroke
64.0 x 64.0 mm
Compression
11.8:1
Cooling system
Liquid
Fuel system
Carburettor
Ignition
Electronic AET 12V - 85W
Lubrication system
Mix with fuel 1,5 % (synthetic oil)
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
Wet multi-disc clutch with cush-drive rubber
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1310 mm
Overall length
1990 mm
Overall width
850 mm
Overall height
1120 mm
Seat height
660 mm
Dry weight
70.0 kg
Fuel capacity
3.00 litres
Ground clearance
310 mm
Reserve fuel capacity
0.80 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double wave aluminium beam
Front suspension
Hydraulic fork with 38 mm shaft
Rear suspension
Hydraulic monoshock
Front wheel travel
185 mm
Rear wheel travel
165 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc. 4 piston caliper
Front brakes diameter
185 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc. 2 piston caliper
Rear brakes diameter
165 mm
Front tyre
2.75-21
Rear tyre
4.00-18
Other
Modifications compared to previous model
Technical Modifications 2008 New crankcase. New design in the area of the connection between barrel and crankcase has reduced crank chamber volume with a nett increase in smoothness at low revs. New main bearings: these ensure greater smoothness and reliability. New crankshaft oilseal: the reduction in friction has given the engine a cleaner response to the throttle. New colour-scheme: a brand-new mix of white and fluorescent red.
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted
Specification
2006
2007
2008
Capacity
195 cc
195 cc
195 cc
Dry weight
71 kg
71 kg
70 kg
Seat height
660 mm
660 mm
660 mm
Fuel capacity
3.2 L
3.2 L
3 L
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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