2026 GasGas Youth Motocross Bikes First Look

What’s new on GasGas’ MC 50, MC 65, and MC 85 in 2026?

The third and final Austrian brand of youth motocross bikes have been released for MY26 in the form of GasGas’ MC 50, MC 65, MC 85 17/14, and MC 85 19/16. Following the MC 50’s and MC 65’s revamp in 2024 and the MC 85’s overhaul last year, all bikes boast somewhat modest revisions by comparison for 2026, but enjoy changes nonetheless.

2026 GasGas MC 50

GasGas’ smallest gas-powered motocross bike features a revised gearbox and more for 2026.GasGas

The gas-powered MC models for kids feature a new closed 17mm triple clamp nut design (the same one employed on the fun Austrian brand’s full-size motocrossers) to add a further barrier against dirt and water intrusion. Another shared new component among the mini MC machines is a threaded radiator cap that’s designed to allow for easier and faster removal.

2026 GasGas MC 65

The MC 50 and MC 65 (pictured) share updated front suspension.GasGas

The MC 50 and MC 65 are equipped with an updated WP Xact AER 35mm fork that houses a reworked air cartridge and is said to have better sealing. The smallest gas-powered motocross bike from GasGas (the MC 50) is also equipped with a revised gearbox—specifically more robust transmission shafts. The two biggest of them all, the MC 85 17/14 and MC 85 19/16 are outfitted with a new rear brake pedal that has an adjustable tip to help ensure riders of different boot sizes can reach it.

2026 GasGas MC 85 17/14

The fun Austrian brand outfitted its MC 85 with a new rear brake pedal that has an adjustable tip.GasGas

Suggested retail prices of GasGas’ MY26 youth motocrossers have not been released at time of this writing, but the mini red gas-powered two-stroke dirt bikes for kids are set to arrive in dealerships this month.

2026 GasGas MC 85 19/16

Expect GasGas’ MY26 motocross bikes for kids to roll onto dealership floors this month.GasGas

2026 GasGas MC 50 Specs

MSRP: TBA
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke single-cylinder
Displacement: 50cc
Bore x Stroke: 39.5 x 40.7mm
Compression Ratio: N/A
Transmission/Final Drive: 1-speed automatic/chain
Fuel System: Dell’Orto PHBG BS 19mm carburetor
Clutch: Wet, multiplate centrifugal
Frame: Central double-cradle chromoly steel
Front Suspension: WP Xact AER 35mm fork, air pressure, compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 7.9 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP Xact shock, spring preload, high/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 7.5 in. travel
Front Brake: 2-piston caliper, 160mm disc
Rear Brake: 1-piston caliper, 160mm disc
Tires, Front/Rear: Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST; 60/100-12 / 2.75 x 10
Rake/Trail: 24.0°/NA
Wheelbase: 40.4 in.
Ground Clearance: 9.2 in.
Claimed Seat Height: 25.7 in.
Fuel Capacity: 0.6 gal.
Claimed Wet Weight (w/o Fuel): 96 lb.
Availability: Sept. 2025
Contact: gasgas.com

2026 GasGas MC 65 Specs

MSRP: TBA
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke single-cylinder
Displacement: 65cc
Bore x Stroke: 45.0 x 40.8mm
Compression Ratio: N/A
Transmission/Final Drive: 6-speed/chain
Fuel System: Mikuni VM24 carburetor
Clutch: Wet, multiplate; hydraulic actuation
Frame: Central double-cradle chromoly steel
Front Suspension: WP Xact AER 35mm fork, air pressure, compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 8.5 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP Xact shock, spring preload, high-/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 10.0 in. travel
Front Brake: 1-piston caliper, 198mm disc
Rear Brake: 1-piston caliper, 180mm disc
Tires, Front/Rear: Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST; 60/100-14 / 80/100-12
Rake/Trail: 25.5°/NA
Wheelbase: 45.0 in.
Ground Clearance: 10.2 in.
Claimed Seat Height: 28.7 in.
Fuel Capacity: 1.2 gal.
Claimed Wet Weight (w/o Fuel): 120 lb.
Availability: Sept. 2025

2026 GasGas MC 85 17/14 Specs

MSRP: TBA
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke single-cylinder
Displacement: 85cc
Bore x Stroke: 47.0 x 49.0mm
Compression Ratio: N/A
Transmission/Final Drive: 6-speed/chain
Fuel System: Keihin PWK 28mm carburetor
Clutch: Wet, multiplate Diaphragm Steel (DS); hydraulic actuation
Frame: Central double-cradle chromoly steel
Front Suspension: WP Xact AER 43mm fork, air pressure, compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 10.9 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP Xact PDS shock, spring preload, high-/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 11.4 in. travel
Front Brake: 2-piston caliper, 240mm disc
Rear Brake: 1-piston caliper, 220mm disc
Tires, Front/Rear: Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST; 70/100-17 / 90/100-14
Rake/Trail: 26.5°/NA
Wheelbase: 50.5 in.
Ground Clearance: 12.1 in.
Claimed Seat Height: 33.3 in.
Fuel Capacity: 1.4 gal.
Claimed Wet Weight (w/o Fuel): 150 lb.
Availability: Sept. 2025

2026 GasGas MC 85 19/16 Specs

MSRP: TBA
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke single-cylinder
Displacement: 85cc
Bore x Stroke: 47.0 x 49.0mm
Compression Ratio: N/A
Transmission/Final Drive: 6-speed/chain
Fuel System: Keihin PWK 28mm carburetor
Clutch: Wet, multiplate Diaphragm Steel (DS); hydraulic actuation
Frame: Central double-cradle chromoly steel
Front Suspension: WP Xact AER 43mm fork, air pressure, compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 10.9 in. travel
Rear Suspension: WP Xact PDS shock, spring preload, high-/low-speed compression damping, and rebound damping adjustable; 11.4 in. travel
Front Brake: 2-piston caliper, 240mm disc
Rear Brake: 1-piston caliper, 220mm disc
Tires, Front/Rear: Maxxis Maxxcross MX-ST; 70/100-19 / 90/100-16
Rake/Trail: 26.5°/NA
Wheelbase: 50.5 in.
Ground Clearance: 13.1 in.
Claimed Seat Height: 34.3 in.
Fuel Capacity: 1.4 gal.
Claimed Wet Weight (w/o Fuel): 152 lb.
Availability: Sept. 2025