by BetaDude » Thu Sep 28, 2023 5:19 am
Agree with AvB - I prefer the organization of a forum as compared with much of the randomness of the FB groups. There are some nuggets of value on FB, but you have to read through a lot of BS to find. I will have to give the search option another try - so far, has been of marginal use.
Also, I like the accountability that forums offer. Users develop a reputation for accurate and helpful information; conversely, those that offer antagonistic replies are quicky weeded out.
Not to keep going back to KTM Talk, but only to reflect on why that forum has more participation? The age group is similar - largely in the 40-60 range. Maybe it just comes down to volume of KTM owners vs Beta owners. in 2022, KTM, Husqvarna, and GASGAS have sold 375,612 units. Beta data is harder to find, but in general, for 2019 Beta sold approx 22,000 units. Huge difference.
But that doesn't dissuade me, I am still looking hard at the Beta Xtainer or the 200RR for my next purchase...
Mike
Cary, NC
Current Bike
BETA - Model TBD
Past Bikes
2021 KTM 150 XC-W TPI
2020 KTM 300 XC-W TPI
2012 KTM 300 XC
2012 Honda CRF250R
1999 KTM 380 EXC
1998 Honda VFR 800
1996 BMW R1100RT
1996 BMW K1100RS
1978 BMW R100/7
1978 Yamaha XT500
1979 Honda CR125