Intermediate Gear Upgrade
2005 Beta 525's are subject to a design flaw in the KTM RFS motor that causes the intermediate gear
to fail. An extensive discussion of this issue can be found in the RFS Engine forum at KTMTalk.com.
Instructions on replacing the back torque limiting gear and the intermediate gear on the KTM motor
can be found in this PDF. These instructions specify
replacing the clutch cover with the '06 KTM cover, but this is not required - with a drill press and
some patience, the Beta case cover can be machined to fit. Instructions for doing this and pictures
of a broken Beta 525 intermediate gear
can be found here.
Valve adjustments
Valve adjustments are to KTM spec, but are significantly easier on the
Beta than on the equivalent KTM machinery. If you're not familiar with this process,
see our
step-by-step illustrated guide.
HT Oil Cooler installation
Installing an HT Racing oil cooler on your Beta is
highly recommended for extensive street use, slow and tight trails, or high-altitude
riding. Unfortunately, Dave forgot to take step-by-step pictures when installing it on
his 525, but here's the
finished product anyway.
Jetting
Jetting on the Beta is very, very easy - buy the JD Jetting kit, be happy.
If you'd like to see how to change the jets, look at the
step-by-step
guide to changing jets and needles on the Beta. Need a jet kit? Talk to
JD. For high-altitude use, you may need to experiment
with the proper needles; in Denver, Dave needed the blue needle and a 168 main on his 525 and
it still felt a little bit lean.
