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twowheels
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Just about anything is smaller than your WR
GasGas chassis sizes can be split into roughly two groups - 2011 and prior are about the same size as a Beta, while the 2012 and later bikes are physically larger (taller, with better frame clearance and larger cockpits). Both are smaller than the Husky of old - the later bikes may be close in stature to a KTM/Husky
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I am 5-7 and although I can manage my WR, I rode briefly new HusKTMna and it felt bit smaller and more manageable and lot more comfortable.
so before I run to get new 2 stroke HusKTMna, figured, I want to take a look at what else is out there.
KTM is not an option because 2 stroke is not possible to register in NJ, but gasgas with VIN that starts with VTR is registerable.
so GG before 2011, what about 2012 and on? how's the size comparing to 09 husky WR 300?
I am 5-7 and although I can manage my WR, I rode briefly new HusKTMna and it felt bit smaller and more manageable and lot more comfortable.
so before I run to get new 2 stroke HusKTMna, figured, I want to take a look at what else is out there.
KTM is not an option because 2 stroke is not possible to register in NJ, but gasgas with VIN that starts with VTR is registerable.
so GG before 2011, what about 2012 and on? how's the size comparing to 09 husky WR 300?
Rod Overstreet
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Your HSQ WR300 is one big motorcycle. I'm 5'8 and struggled with the seat height of that bike, not to mention the insane amount of sheer "in your face" horse power it has. The other motorcycle you mention, is in fact a bit more friendly to those of us who are vertically challenged but the first thing you will notice the "stink bug" feel to the bike, which is very annoying but you eventually get used to it. Please...ride it first, then go and ride a GasGas. You will then experience the MOST balanced motorcycle you have ever ridden. Your in New Jersey 'huh? Call Bob at Central Jersey Cycles. He is now a GasGas dealer. Good luck and let us know which GG you pick up
I'm 5'8" and I have a '12 GG EC250es. It's a bit larger than the prev. years models, but it fits me very well.
It's also a very easy bike to ride, with a nice controllable power delivery & it holds a line like nothing else. I recently put my 16 yr old nephew on it for a day of single track. He hadn't been on a bike in over 2 years, never rode a big bike, or a two stroke before & he did amazing on it; it's that easy to ride. No surprises & it can be as much of a pussy cat or snarling tiger as you want. Lots of others have rode it as well and commented how easy it was to ride.
Both of my previous bikes had Rekluses and dampers etc., but I just haven't felt the need for that on this bike.
It's sprung a bit lite out of the box, but would be fine for a lighter rider ; say under 160 or so
The new ones are supposed to be even better, I'd like to ride one for comparison.
It's also a very easy bike to ride, with a nice controllable power delivery & it holds a line like nothing else. I recently put my 16 yr old nephew on it for a day of single track. He hadn't been on a bike in over 2 years, never rode a big bike, or a two stroke before & he did amazing on it; it's that easy to ride. No surprises & it can be as much of a pussy cat or snarling tiger as you want. Lots of others have rode it as well and commented how easy it was to ride.
Both of my previous bikes had Rekluses and dampers etc., but I just haven't felt the need for that on this bike.
It's sprung a bit lite out of the box, but would be fine for a lighter rider ; say under 160 or so
The new ones are supposed to be even better, I'd like to ride one for comparison.
Darrendeep6
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phoenix
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I have a 2013 Gas Gas 300 and we also have a 2013 Husaberg 300. To me, the Gas Gas feels shorter and more compact than the Husaberg (which I understand is nearly identical to the new Huskies). To me, the Husaberg feels like it has a more "in your face" cockpit and the Gas Gas is a little more open. I feel more "pushed over the bars" on the Husaberg with more of a race stance whether I want it or not. I think the Gas Gas has a more relaxed posture in general. I find it a lot easier to stand on the Gas Gas...the Husaberg makes me want to sit down for some reason. Both are significantly shorter than the WR 300. I tried to get on one of those at a dealership, and at my height I couldn't even get on it!! The Husaberg is lighter than the Gas Gas, but the 2014 Gas Gas is probably closer in weight. Husaberg has better brakes and feels more narrow, but the latter is a negative for me because the leg positioning feels awkward with my knee braces.
One of the things I liked about the Gas Gas was that it felt like a very similar bike ergonomically and handling-wise as my 2010 Husky TXC 250, which made for an easy transition despite a big jump in power. I've never ridden the WR specifically, but based on our other Huskies I'd have to say the Gas Gas is closer in feel to the WR Husky than the Husaberg/Husqvarna/WhiteKTM.
One of the things I liked about the Gas Gas was that it felt like a very similar bike ergonomically and handling-wise as my 2010 Husky TXC 250, which made for an easy transition despite a big jump in power. I've never ridden the WR specifically, but based on our other Huskies I'd have to say the Gas Gas is closer in feel to the WR Husky than the Husaberg/Husqvarna/WhiteKTM.
braddenning
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Which bike to you prefer to ride in technical terrain?
phoenix
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It would really be hard to give a fair answer on this, because I ride the Gas Gas so much more and really just don't feel comfortable on the Husaberg. I feel a lot more balanced on the Gas Gas and feel more comfortable picking through trees and rocks. I will say, though, that the Husaberg has much better brakes which is reassuring when going down technical hills. The suspension is also better on the Husaberg out of the box and I like that you can adjust everything from the top of the fork. If we could put Husaberg suspension and brakes on a Gas Gas, then I think we would have the ultimate woods weapon!
Fred1956
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Heck my GG will lock the brakes up & slide both wheels, how much better could they be?
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Heck my GG will lock the brakes up slide both wheels, how much better could they be?
My 2011 EC 300 will throw you over the bars if you grab the binders too hard! As to the seat height, I think the low seat height on the 2011 gasser is a big advantage in technical terrain.
Is that you Konstantin?
yeah man...very timely research as I just grenaded your old WR on morning ride..
no idea what happened...
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phoenix
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That stinks!! Must be a sign. And I think they're having some good closeout deals on 2014 according to Richard Wilson.
phoenix
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Heck my GG will lock the brakes up & slide both wheels, how much better could they be?
Well I need to come over to AR and let you get mine working right, then!!
Fred1956
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Come on! I got just the place to test ride them
Darrendeep6
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Sorry to hear about that. Piston, rings and maybe replate the cylinder?
You thinking about a GG300? I know of one, lol.
Hey, I can't speak to anything over '07 gas gas ... However, it has been my experience (and I am VERY little - 5'2" 120#)
That any of the big full size dirt bikes, no matter how tney are on paper , can be made to fit any rider my size or bigger. Sometimes more work sometimes less.
I currently ride a 07 FSE 450. Not competitively, so that's where I am a bit different , but I haven't even really set this thing up to fit me yet, and it is perfectly manageable. I have dropped the forks a bit and adjusters the suspension/preload down to my weight settings but it is manageable. Once I do the rest (revalve and softer shock springs, and shave seat height )
Past bike was a YZ250F. Seat height if. 39.2". Dropped the forks a bit set them to my weight and shaved the seat with my mom's bread knife (took off a inch or maybe inch.5 in some places. Finished it off with dad's little belt sander thingy to smooth everything out and snapped the cover back on with dad's staple gun. Mo revalve was required on that bike. Bike handled like a dream.
Moral of the story is, with the right tools (sander, stapler gun, and bread knife (the electric ones are nice, the rapala electric filet knife would work too) even a 15-year old girl can do it .
So buy the bike you want, then make it fit you. Doing the seat masks the biggest differenfe in the world and no, you don't need a special pre-made seat to so it. Mine looked and felt stock but felt right for me . No and my arse didn't even notice the extra foam gone .
So now, I don't give a dam if I need a ladder to kick the bike over. I buy a 450 and fruck everyone who says it's too big .... Haha :-D
That any of the big full size dirt bikes, no matter how tney are on paper , can be made to fit any rider my size or bigger. Sometimes more work sometimes less.
I currently ride a 07 FSE 450. Not competitively, so that's where I am a bit different , but I haven't even really set this thing up to fit me yet, and it is perfectly manageable. I have dropped the forks a bit and adjusters the suspension/preload down to my weight settings but it is manageable. Once I do the rest (revalve and softer shock springs, and shave seat height )
Past bike was a YZ250F. Seat height if. 39.2". Dropped the forks a bit set them to my weight and shaved the seat with my mom's bread knife (took off a inch or maybe inch.5 in some places. Finished it off with dad's little belt sander thingy to smooth everything out and snapped the cover back on with dad's staple gun. Mo revalve was required on that bike. Bike handled like a dream.
Moral of the story is, with the right tools (sander, stapler gun, and bread knife (the electric ones are nice, the rapala electric filet knife would work too) even a 15-year old girl can do it .
So buy the bike you want, then make it fit you. Doing the seat masks the biggest differenfe in the world and no, you don't need a special pre-made seat to so it. Mine looked and felt stock but felt right for me . No and my arse didn't even notice the extra foam gone .
So now, I don't give a dam if I need a ladder to kick the bike over. I buy a 450 and fruck everyone who says it's too big .... Haha :-D
phoenix
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