The 2026 Beta Alp 4.0 is a lightweight adventure bike designed for riders seeking accessible off-road capability and nimble handling. Its compact dimensions, low 35.8-inch seat height, and 12.6-inch ground clearance make it ideal for beginners and shorter riders tackling trails and mixed terrain. Powered by a responsive 4-stroke single-cylinder engine with EFI, it balances efficiency with genuine adventure bike character.
The 2026 Honda CRF300LS is a lightweight adventure bike designed for novice to intermediate riders seeking accessible off-road capability and reliability. Its 286cc single-cylinder engine delivers manageable power with excellent fuel efficiency, making it ideal for trail exploration and commuting. Known for its upright ergonomics, nimble handling, and Honda's proven durability, the CRF300LS excels as an affordable entry point into adventure motorcycling.
Both are dual-sports, so this is a like-for-like choice.
2026 Beta Alp 4.0: Designed primarily for trail riding and dual-sport exploration rather than outright speed or highway cruising.
2026 Honda CRF300LS: Built primarily for trail exploration, green-laning, and light dual-sport adventures rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Beta Alp 4.0 if you want more power, more torque and a bigger tank. Choose the 2026 Honda CRF300LS if you want a lower seat. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Beta Alp 4.0 | 2026 Honda CRF300LS |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Dual-sport | Dual-sport |
| Fuel Tank Material | Plastic | Metal |
| Color Options | - | Swift Gray |
| Comments | - | Model ID: CRF300LDA. |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 348.0 ccm (21.24 cubic inches) | 286.0 ccm (17.45 cubic inches) |
| CO2 Emissions | ✓107 CO2 g/km | ✓72 CO2 g/km |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | 4.57 L/100km (51.5 US mpg) | 3.07 L/100km (76.6 US mpg) |
| EPA CO Emissions | 5.0 CO g/km | 1.1 CO g/km |
| Engine Type | Single, four-stroke | Single, four-stroke |
| Bore x Stroke | 84.5 x 62.0 mm (3.3 x 2.4 inches) | 76.0 x 63.0 mm (3.0 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | 12.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Cooling System | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | Electronic | Computer-controlled digital transistorized with electronic advance |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated | Naturally aspirated |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Lubrication System | Pressurized oil via pump | - |
| EPA Certificate No. | - | THNXC0.29CFF-021 |
| Fuel Consumption | - | 3.10 litres/100 km (32.3 km/l or 75.88 mpg) |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓35.0 HP (26.1 kW) | 27.0 HP (19.9 kW) @ 8500 RPM |
| Torque | ✓33.0 Nm (3.4 kgf-m or 24.3 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM | 26.6 Nm (2.7 kgf-m or 19.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.2500 HP/kg (dry) | 0.1914 HP/kg (wet) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Steel, Perimeter style | Steel semi-double cradle |
| Front Suspension | 45 mm Conventional | 43mm inverted fork |
| Rear Suspension | Single shock with preload adjustment | Pro-Link® single shock with adjustable spring preload |
| Ground Clearance | 320 mm (12.6 inches) | 244 mm (9.6 inches) |
| Front Wheel Travel | - | 236 mm (9.3 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | - | 229 mm (9.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | - | 27.5° |
| Trail | - | 109 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | Wet multi-disc | Wet multiplate, assist/slipper clutch |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1440 mm (56.7 inches) | 1455 mm (57.3 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2200 mm (86.6 inches) | - |
| Overall Width | 820 mm (32.3 inches) | - |
| Overall Height | 1220 mm (48.0 inches) | - |
| Seat Height | 865 mm (34.1 inches) | ✓831 mm (32.7 inches) |
| Dry weight | 140.0 kg (308.6 pounds) | - |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓11.00 litres (2.91 US gallons) | 8.00 litres (2.11 US gallons) |
| Wet Weight | - | 141.1 kg (311.1 pounds) |
| Oil capacity | - | 1.80 litres (1.90 US quarts) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | - | 1.90 litres (0.50 US gallons) |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Rear Brakes Diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) | - |
| Front Tyre | 21 in (Adventure Knobby) | 80/100-21 |
| Front Brakes | - | Single disc. Two-piston calipers. Optional ABS. |
| Front Brakes Diameter | - | 256 mm (10.1 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | - | Single disc. Optional ABS. |
| ABS | - | Optional |
| Rear Tyre | - | 120/80-18 |
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