TR 34-260

1988 Beta TR 34-260 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Beta's trial motorcycle platform, the 1988 Beta TR 34-260 pairs a 261 cc (15.9 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 15 HP (10.9 kW) at 5,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 57.5 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the TR 34-260 measures 84 kg (185 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.18 HP/kg (5.6 kg per horsepower). The 3.8-liter (1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 92 km/h (57 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Beta archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1987 to 1989, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.