Finest Motocross Bike 4th Place—2023 GasGas MC 250F

Remaining the identical since 2021 has served the GasGas MC 250F effectively. After garnering constructive first impressions that yr, the purple Austrian grabbed third place in its Grime Rider 250F Motocross Shootout debut in 2022. Retaining the prior-generation (2019–2022) KTM 250 SX-F platform and using brand-specific parts give it a novel really feel of its personal, which many take a look at riders like. Nevertheless, lacking some options and missing efficiency of some others within the class pushes the GasGas down a notch in our 2023 rankings.

“The GasGas MC 250F is enjoyable and straightforward to experience, making it choice for an array of riders. It doesn’t tax you on the finish of the day.” <i>—Michael Wicker</i> (Jeff Allen/)

2023 GasGas MC 250F Engine

With a Dunlop D404 avenue tire on its rear wheel, the purple Austrian machine churns out 40.3 hp and 19.2 lb.-ft. of torque on our in-house Dynojet 250i rear-wheel dynamometer, which places it fourth in peak horsepower and third in most torque. Dyno outcomes additionally revealed it makes the least horsepower and torque of all of the bikes from 3,400 rpm to five,800 rpm.

Associated: 2023 GasGas MC 250F Technical Info

GasGas is the one Austrian model that didn’t give its full-size motocross vary a whole overhaul for 2023, as an alternative sticking with the tried-and-true platform it has used since 2021. (Jeff Allen/)

That lack of low rpm energy is clear within the grime because the GasGas has stronger bottom-end than the Kawasaki, however lower than the others. Energy supply is mellow and clean with tons of top-end and over-rev. The GasGas can also be the one bike in its class to not have any type of EFI tunability in inventory trim.

Other than a major dip within the horsepower and torque curves from 3,400 rpm to five,800 rpm, the MC 250F is aggressive on our in-house dyno. (Robert Martin/)

2023 GasGas MC 250F Suspension

Spec’d with a comfortable setting, the GasGas’ WP Xact 48mm air fork and WP Xact shock provide a really plush really feel. The draw back is that they’re fairly spongy and springy—particularly the shock. The parts work nice on acceleration, however have to be stiffer for braking.

Associated: 2023 GasGas MC 250F First Experience Evaluation

“The GasGas’ energy supply is smoother than the opposite Austrian bikes. Additionally, a map change with a extra aggressive choice can be good.” <i>—Ty Cullins</i> (Jeff Allen/)

The fork gives much less bottoming resistance than the opposite two Austrian machines, however extra consolation deeper within the stroke. Other than an absence of holdup, this is without doubt one of the higher inventory suspension settings within the class.

2023 GasGas MC 250F Chassis/Dealing with

For the second yr in a row, each purple bikes on this comparability are lightest of the bunch at 231 kilos moist on the Grime Rider scales. That’s only one facet that makes the GasGas such a well-rounded bundle. It has stability of nearly every part.

“The MC 250F’s suspension could be very plush! I hardly felt any bumps, low- or high-speed.” <i>—Tanner Basso</i> (Jeff Allen/)

There’s a noticeable quantity of chassis consolation because of its chromoly metal body and solid triple clamps. Dealing with leans barely extra towards stability, nevertheless it carves corners very effectively too. Seat consolation not being on par with the KTM and Husqvarna is our solely criticism of the GasGas’ ergonomics.

Associated: 2023 GasGas MC 250F and MC 450F Manufacturing unit Editions First Look

GasGas and Honda share the bragging rights of getting the lightest 250 four-stroke motocross bike in 2023. The 2 purple machines weigh 231 kilos on the <i>Grime Rider</i> automotive scales. (Jeff Allen/)

Why the 2023 GasGas MC 250F Ought to Have Received

It’s gratifying to experience with a number of suspension and chassis consolation, and could be very mild. Excessive-quality parts similar to a Brembo hydraulic clutch and brakes don’t go unnoticed both.

“I just like the older-style Austrian chassis because it maintains traction very effectively.” <i>—Michael Wicker</i> (Jeff Allen/)

Why the 2023 GasGas MC 250F Didn’t Win

The MC 250F wants stronger bottom-end energy, firmer suspension, and a map change to make it a greater racebike in inventory trim.

“The GasGas has only a few weak hyperlinks. Its suspension is likely to be the one limiting issue, particularly the AER fork.” <i>—Allan Brown</i> (Jeff Allen/)

Gearbox

Helmet: Arai VX-Pro4

Goggle: Fly Racing Zone Professional

Jersey: Fly Racing Kinetic

Gloves: Fly Racing Kinetic

Pants: Fly Racing Kinetic

Boots: Sidi Atojo SRS

Quantity Plate Backgrounds: DeCal Works preprinted

2023 GasGas MC 250F Specs

MSRP:	$9,199
Engine:	DOHC, liquid-cooled single-cylinder; 4 valves/cyl.
Displacement:	250cc
Bore x Stroke:	78.0 x 52.3mm
Compression Ratio:	14.4:1
Transmission/Closing Drive:	5-speed/chain
Grime Rider Measured Horsepower:	40.3 hp @ 13,600 rpm
Grime Rider Measured Torque:	19.2 lb.-ft. @ 9,000 rpm
Gasoline System:	EFI w/ 44mm throttle physique
Clutch:	Moist, multiplate Diaphragm Metal (DS); hydraulic actuation
Body:	Central double cradle chromoly metal
Entrance Suspension:	WP Xact 48mm inverted fork, air stress, compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 12.2 in. journey
Rear Suspension:	WP Xact shock, spring preload, excessive/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 11.8 in. journey
Entrance Brake:	Brembo 2-piston caliper, 260mm disc
Rear Brake:	Brembo 1-piston caliper, 220mm disc
Tires, Entrance/Rear:	Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST; 80/100-21 / 110/90-19
Rake/Path:	26.1°/NA
Wheelbase:	58.5 in.
Floor Clearance:	14.6 in.
Grime Rider Measured Seat Top:	37.9 in.
Gasoline Capability:	1.8 gal.
Grime Rider Measured Moist Weight:	231 lb.
Availability:	Now
Contact:	gasgas.com