To change or not to change?

[KirkT]

Chip.
Do you have any inside info on bike development that you can hint at? My 2010 450RR is pretty much done after 2 years of full on 2 day enduros and XC's. I'm at the point of a major service or a new 2012. I'm definitely not going to another brand as I love the bike....but should I wait for 2013 to renew? I know Husaberg are totally renewing their range for 2013 but every manufacturer has their own production cycle. Beta?

[Haychip]

Beta made a big change in 2010. They have stayed in business for just over 107 years now by doing what they do best. Slow, Simple Steady and not making mistakes. My "inside" info (as little as it is) is Beta plans on expanding their line some. I'm hoping to see things stay very much the same and am VERY happy to have carbs. I'm not ready for EFI, I have seen and experienced way to many problems for an off-road bike. Plus it is driving the cost of maintenance/repairs way up for the average guy. We typically rotate our high mileage race bikes after two years but the new Betas seem to hold up better than most. Maybe do a top end, clutch, freshen up suspension, strip to frame, bearings, etc.... go another year?? I doubt you will be sorry either way. And I guess your bottom line question, will I be disappointed if I get a 2012 and the 2013 is a huge improvement? I'd go out on a limb and say no.