GASGAS EC 300 Factory vs GASGAS EX 450 Factory
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
GASGAS EC 300 Factory vs GASGAS EX 450 Factory. GASGAS EC 300 Factory: ~38-40 hp (estimated) hp, ~105 kg (231 lbs) estimated weight, top speed ~85 mph (off-road limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10. GASGAS EX 450 Factory: ~63 hp (estimated) hp, ~228 lbs (103 kg) weight, top speed ~110 mph (off-road limited), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
GASGAS EC 300 Factory
GASGAS EX 450 Factory
Horsepower (hp)
38 hp
63 hp
Torque (Nm)
35 Nm
37 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
85 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
105 kg
228 kg
Type
Dirt
Dirt
Horsepower
~38-40 hp (estimated)
~63 hp (estimated)
Torque
~35 Nm (estimated)
~37 lb-ft (estimated)
Top Speed
~85 mph (off-road limited)
~110 mph (off-road limited)
Weight
~105 kg (231 lbs) estimated
~228 lbs (103 kg)
Fuel
—
—
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
GASGAS EC 300 Factory
8.5/10
"The sharpest, most rewarding 300 two-stroke money can buy used."
Pros
+KTM-proven engine reliability
+Factory suspension straight away
+Incredible power-to-weight ratio
Cons
−Steep learning curve beginner
−Expansion chamber dents easily
−Frequent pre-mix discipline needed
GASGAS EX 450 Factory
8.5/10
"The smartest way to buy a KTM without paying KTM money."
Pros
+KTM mechanicals, cheaper badge
+Six-speed street-legal gearbox
+Factory suspension is exceptional
Cons
−Linkage bearings wear quickly
−Suspension often butchered by owners
−Maintenance-hungry at higher hours
Top 10 Accessories
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