GASGAS EC 250F Review

Used Buyer Review

The EC 250F is essentially a KTM 250 XC-F wearing a red costume, which tells you most of what you need to know. Same WP suspension, same Keihin-mapped engine, same frame geometry — just cheaper on the used market because fewer people recognise the badge. That's genuinely good news for savvy buyers. The motor pulls hard from low down and screams willingly to the rev limiter, making it equally capable on tight single-track and faster enduro sections. Suspension is plush without being vague, and the bike feels planted mid-corner in a way cheaper Chinese-spec hardware simply doesn't. Buying used, check the air filter religiously — previous owners often neglect it — and inspect the exhaust header for cracks near the head. The factory maps run lean from the factory for emissions reasons, so a quick ECU flash makes a noticeable difference. Parts availability mirrors KTM exactly, which is the single biggest practical advantage over buying an equivalent Husqvarna.