Am I nuts? 1999 EC 250

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hadfield4wd

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So I can get a deal on a 1999 EC 250. Perfectly good running 2T. I'm actually considering it.

What I don't like is the GasGas situation and the zooks on the front being out of business as far as dirt bike forks. I know they foul the oil quickly but I maintain my bikes well and have no problem changing fork oil.

So what do you think? I assume parts would be difficult anyway as its a '99.

We're talking $600

Is this a throwaway bike? Ride till it dies then use as paperweight?

I also understand this is a GasGas site and you may be a bit biased.;)

I like weird and different things. And a 16 year old spanish bike from a bankrupt company may fit the bill. I'm also looking at '96-'99 Suzuki RMX's as comparison. I also am no stranger to throwaway bikes as our little group has an aprilia climber 1990 trials bike.
 
if I ran across one of those for 600, I would be all over it..

I have had a few rmx's, as have a lot of guys on here.. that gasser will run and turn circles around them..

if it is nice, you should be fine.. I just bought a gasser trials in that "money "that I will never sell..
 
No issues at all unless it's an unmaintained POS condition bike. They're great bikes and the 99' and older have the counter balancer for a super smooth engine. The body work can be updated all the way to the 2011 style and many forks can be adapted to work on the bike (older WP, YZ KYB, etc). I feel the bikes were way ahead of their time. They are tough bikes and handle well! I never feel my bike is lacking comparing to the newer bikes I ride with:D. I wouldn't worry about finding parts (many yrs interchange). Just remember it wont' be perfect, it's an old dirt bike.
 
For $600, you can't go wrong. Basically, the only "GasGas" item on the bike is the engine, not counting the piston and rod (the only consumables inside the cases). Everything else came from another brand/outside source. Brakes may be either Brembo or Nissin, so CR250 pads fit the Nissin brakes (as well as other brands). Wheel bearings are easily sourced at a bearing house. Piston may require a specific size, but I think that an older CR250 piston will fit, as will a CR250 rod. Crank is bullet proof and easily rebuilt. Oh, the hubs and wheels are specific, but rotors and sprockets are easily sourced. The crossover list is quite extensive, plus just search and ask. Lots of folks willing to help out here.
 
Considering it half the price of the RMX I have always wanted. I'm afraid I'll always regret this bike. I get the buttery smooth counterbalanced motor and other sources parts. Doesn't make me real nervous.

I don't have pictures as I originally hadn't even considered buying this. But the price is right now. Maybe I'll regret not buying this.

Apparently the only solution is to get both! But my budget does not allow this. Plus I don't like duplicate bikes. Each bike is a tool for a job. Got my sport touring street bike. My good dual sport and now time for a woods weapon.

This doesn't include my kids bike and the various quads I have as well.
 
The RMX is garbage.
The GasGas is something worth having.

The RMX will go down as the second greatest disappointment right behind the 97 CR 250 in the modern era.
 
gasgasxc said:
The RMX is garbage.
The GasGas is something worth having.

The RMX will go down as the second greatest disappointment right behind the 97 CR 250 in the modern era.
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Interesting, you are literally the first person I've heard say that. So because i always try to learn more, what makes it so bad?

Most of the people i know who own one or have owned one say its one of the best woods bikes they've ever had.
 
Uh.
Don't buy one.I don't know who you've been talking too.
But they are the ultimate turd in the 250 woodzification 2 stroke realm of that era.

You will love the Gasser and getting parts is easy.
Lots of used stuff out there also.This forum is loaded with parts.

I'm actually lagging here I've promised like 3 people parts for their Gassers.
Just been fishing everyday.
Lots of stuff out there.Lots of years and models interchange.Also with other brands.
 
Go for it......nothing to loose......those 45zokes are buttery smooth.....when set up right......just need your own oil well....j/k!
Mine lasted 10 years.....before I converted to USD forks.....
 
gasgasxc said:
Uh.

Don't buy one.I don't know who you've been talking too.

But they are the ultimate turd in the 250 woodzification 2 stroke realm of that era.



You will love the Gasser and getting parts is easy.
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Hmm. I've talked to former and current owners. They are way better than kdx's. Thanks for the input.

Anyway, how often will i have to change fork oil? Can i still get bushings etc fir them? Or should I look immediately for forks?

Im not a stranger to mods and swaps. Or old bikes for that matter. My son had a 1989 Rm125 as a first bike. My current dual sport is a highly modded klx 300, including fork swap.
 
And don't forget the GG has a super easy hydraulic clutch, not cable. That makes a huge difference out in the woods.
 
hadfield4wd said:
Hmm. I've talked to former and current owners. They are way better than kdx's. Thanks for the input.

Anyway, how often will i have to change fork oil? Can i still get bushings etc fir them? Or should I look immediately for forks?

Im not a stranger to mods and swaps. Or old bikes for that matter. My son had a 1989 Rm125 as a first bike. My current dual sport is a highly modded klx 300, including fork swap.
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I thought you were comparing an older detuned unreliable and unsorted Suzuki RMX 250 to the newer 1999 GasGas 250 which is light years ahead of the Suzuki.

If you are comparing the RMX 250 to a KDX 200.of the same era.Then the RMX wins??
Although most who are actually familiar with both.bikes would still.take the KDX.

I doubt "whoever" you are talking to is actually familiar with all.3 bikes.
Otherwise it's worthless speculation.
 
gasgasxc said:
I thought you were comparing an older detuned unreliable and unsorted Suzuki RMX 250 to the newer 1999 GasGas 250 which is light years ahead of the Suzuki.

If you are comparing the RMX 250 to a KDX 200.of the same era.Then the RMX wins??
Although most who are actually familiar with both.bikes would still.take the KDX.

I doubt "whoever" you are talking to is actually familiar with all.3 bikes.
Otherwise it's worthless speculation.
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Well I've never ridden a gasgas, even though I just bought one.:eek:

I am familiar with both the RMX and the KDX. I only like the '96-'98 RMX. I can't believe anybody who has ridden both the RMX and KDX would think the KDX is a better bike. After I ride the gasser, I may be one of the only people on the planet who is familiar with all 3 bikes.:D We have a KDX "buddy" bike that we put inexperienced friends on.

But those are the only bikes I have riding in to compare to. I can't wait to ride my new to me gasgas!
 
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