Dirt Bikes

2026 GasGas MC 250F Technical Overview

Features and specifications of GasGas’ 250cc four-stroke motocross bike for 2026.

Updated: 1 hour ago

Since the introduction of Triumph’s TF 250-X in 2024, GasGas’ MC 250F has been the second most-recent addition to the 250cc four-stroke motocross bike segment, having hit the market in 2021. In its relatively short existence, the MC 250F has enjoyed many updates. It was mechanically unchanged in 2022 and 2023 before undergoing a major overhaul for 2024. The 2025 model boasted some notable chassis and suspension revisions, and this year’s iteration sees tweaks related to sound, durability, and appearance. Read on to learn more about the 2026 GasGas MC 250F and some of what makes it unique in the highly populated 250cc four-stroke motocross bike category.

The MC 250F’s main mechanical changes for 2026 revolve around reducing sound, and GasGas also spec’d a new fuel line protection cap.Jeff Allen

Its fuel-injected liquid-cooled DOHC four-stroke 250cc single-cylinder engine produces 40.3 hp and 19.5 lb.-ft. of torque at the rear wheel, as measured by our in-house dyno.Jeff Allen

A longer and more restrictive muffler with smaller opening helps make the MC 250F quieter than ever.Jeff Allen

GasGas’s 250cc four-stroke motocross bike is the only one in class with a Braktec hydraulic clutch.Jeff Allen

Engine start and stop buttons have been combined on a single module since 2024.Jeff Allen

An easy way to tell a 2025 and 2026 GasGas MC 250F from a 2024 model are by cutouts in the frame near where top of the shock and subframe are bolted on and engine mounts.Jeff Allen

GasGas employs the same WP Xact AER 48mm fork and WP Xact shock on its 250cc four-stroke motocross bike as KTM, albeit with softer internal settings.Jeff Allen

Shock spring rate is 42 Nm.Jeff Allen

GasGas is one of two manufacturers to spec Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST tires on its 250cc four-stroke motocross bike, the other being TM.Jeff Allen

Gearing is 13/52, which is one tooth larger on the rear sprocket than KTM’s 250 SX-F and Husqvarna’s FC 250.Jeff Allen

Braktec brakes are another GasGas-only item in the 250F motocross bike category.Jeff Allen

Instead of brand name plastered across both sides of the bike, GasGas went with a smaller brand logo and motto on radiator shroud graphics for 2026.Jeff Allen

The 2026 GasGas MC 250F rolls onto Dirt Rider’s automotive scales at 240 pounds wet.Jeff Allen

2026 GasGas MC 250F Specs

MSRP:	$9899
Engine:	DOHC, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke single-cylinder; 4 valves
Displacement:	250cc
Bore x Stroke:	81.0 x 48.5mm
Compression Ratio:	14.5:1
Transmission/Final Drive:	5-speed/chain
Dirt Rider Measured Horsepower:	40.3 hp @ 13,100 rpm
Dirt Rider Measured Torque:	19.5 lb.-ft. @ 9300 rpm
Fuel System:	EFI w/ 44mm throttle body
Clutch:	Wet, multiplate Diaphragm Steel (DS); hydraulic actuation
Frame:	Central double-cradle chromoly steel
Front Suspension:	WP Xact AER 48mm fork, air pressure, compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 12.2 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
Tires, Front/Rear:	Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST; 80/100-21 / 110/90-19
Rake/Trail:	26.1°/NA
Wheelbase:	58.8 in.
Ground Clearance:	13.5 in.
Dirt Rider Measured Seat Height:	37.6 in.
Fuel Capacity:	2.1 gal.
Dirt Rider Measured Wet Weight:	240 lb.
Availability:	Now
Contact:	gasgas.com