Dirt Bikes

2024 GasGas EX 250 Technical Information

Features and specifications of GasGas’ 250 two-stroke cross-country racer.

May 29, 2024

CaptionGasGas’ EX 250 hit the market in 2022 and was unchanged mechanically for 2023, but that’s certainly not the case for its third year on the market. The fun Austrian brand’s 250 two-stroke cross-country model is all-new in 2024.Jeff Allen

GasGas dipped its toe in the two-stroke cross-country motorcycle market in its first year under KTM ownership with the EX 300 in 2021. The following year, it introduced a second front number plate–equipped off-road two-stroke model in the form of the EX 250. This quarter-liter smoker has a 5.6mm smaller bore than the EX 300 but they share much else in common, including the fact that they’re completely revamped for 2024, as is the rest of GasGas’ cross-country range as well along with the full-size motocross, enduro, and dual sport lineup. Before releasing our test of the EX 250, we’ve compiled a stack of static and detail photos to examine some of what makes it unique and technologically advanced.

GasGas’ EX 250 hit the market in 2022 and was unchanged mechanically for 2023, but that’s certainly not the case for its third year on the market. The fun Austrian brand’s 250 two-stroke cross-country model is all-new in 2024.Jeff Allen

Two major updates to the liquid-cooled two-stroke 249cc single-cylinder engine are that it’s fuel-injected via throttle body injection (TBI) and features an electronic power valve.Jeff Allen

Throttle body is a Keihin 39mm.Jeff Allen

On our in-house Dynojet 250i rear-wheel dynamometer, the EX 250 churns out peak figures of 43.2 hp and 29.0 lb.-ft. of torque.Jeff Allen

Header pipe is shaped for maximum ground clearance.Jeff Allen

Silencer is shorter than it’s been in years past, follows lines of the bodywork nicely, and isn’t finished in black like the KTM 250 XC’s is.Jeff Allen

A larger-capacity fuel tank than a motocross bike is a key trait of nearly all cross-country models. GasGas’ entire EX range holds 2.4 gallons.Jeff Allen

Like the fun Austrian brand’s enduros and dual sports, its off-road competition models use a gas cap with a button to release it.Jeff Allen

Radiator cap is new for 2024, but remains 1.8-bar.Jeff Allen

Another change for MY24 is the switch from Brembo to Braktec for the hydraulic clutch system.Jeff Allen

Engine start and stop buttons are now combined on a single module within thumb’s reach on the Neken handlebar’s right side.Jeff Allen

One of the cost-saving measures GasGas uses to keep the MSRP of its cross-country racers lower than that of KTM’s and Husqvarna’s is forgoing a combination switch, which, on the premix-burners, features two engine maps. It can be purchased through GasGas Technical Accessories and installed on the bike (part No. A44039974044).Jeff Allen

While the 2021–2023 GasGas motocross and off-road competition models didn’t come with an hourmeter in stock trim, the 2024 models do.Jeff Allen

Air forks are a thing of the past on GasGas’ EX range. Say hello to the WP Xact 48mm closed-cartridge coil-spring fork.Jeff Allen

Although shorter, the WP Xact shock’s travel remains 11.8 inches.Jeff Allen

Shock spring rate is 45 Nm.Jeff Allen

You can leave the flat-blade screwdriver and 17mm T-handle in your toolbox. The EX 250’s shock damping adjusters are movable by hand in 2024 and beyond.Jeff Allen

Swingarm is slightly stiffer and lighter weight than the previous-generation (2021–2023) models’.Jeff Allen

With high speed in mind, gearing is 14/49.Jeff Allen

Triple clamps are made of forged aluminum like the prior generation, but feature a new design.Jeff Allen

Brake systems have also been swapped from Brembo to Braktec.Jeff Allen

New handlebar mounts are adjustable and have a slightly larger contact area against the bar to lessen the chances of it twisting in the event of a fall.Jeff Allen

In addition to being larger, footpegs are mounted further inward on the frame to make them less prone to catching edges of deep ruts and jump takeoffs.Jeff Allen

ODI lock-on grips are a staple on all Austrian-built dirt bikes.Jeff Allen

GasGas shaped the latest-generation radiator shrouds in a way that helps riders grip the bike better.Jeff Allen

The entire bodywork package is new, including the front fender.Jeff Allen

The EX 250 and EX 300 look practically identical. One way to tell them apart is by the model name sticker.Jeff Allen

GasGas’ 250 two-stroke cross-country racer hits the Dirt Rider automotive scales at 242 pounds wet.Jeff Allen

2024 GasGas EX 250 Specs

MSRP:	$10,299
Engine:	Liquid-cooled, two-stroke single-cylinder
Displacement:	249cc
Bore x Stroke:	66.4 x 72.0mm
Compression Ratio:	N/A
Transmission/Final Drive:	6-speed/chain
Dirt Rider Measured Horsepower:	43.2 hp @ 8,300 rpm
Dirt Rider Measured Torque:	29.0 lb.-ft. @ 7,100 rpm
Fuel System:	Keihin EFI w/ 39mm throttle body
Clutch:	Wet, multiplate Damped Diaphragm Steel (DDS); hydraulic actuation
Frame:	Central double-cradle chromoly steel
Front Suspension:	WP Xact 48mm closed-cartridge coil-spring fork, compression and rebound damping adjustable; 11.8 in. travel
Rear Suspension:	WP Xact shock, spring preload, high/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 11.8 in. travel
Front Brake:	Braktec 2-piston caliper, 260mm disc
Rear Brake:	Braktec 1-piston caliper, 220mm disc
Front Tire:	Dunlop Geomax MX33; 80/100-21
Rear Tire:	Dunlop Geomax AT81; 110/100-18
Rake/Trail:	26.1°/NA
Wheelbase:	58.6 in.
Ground Clearance:	13.9 in.
Dirt Rider Measured Seat Height:	37.6 in.
Fuel Capacity:	2.4 gal.
Dirt Rider Measured Wet Weight:	242 lb.
Availability:	Now
Contact:	gasgas.com