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I have recently been looking at 2009,2010 & 2011 ec300's for sale. After selling my wr250 I want something with a little bit more power and little lower seat height.
I know little about ec300 model year changes but think that 2006ish - 2011 are the same bike then changes were made on 2011 - 2015. When I say changes I mean engine, chassis, suspension.... not bling & bolt on.

2012 to 2015 was when major changes came, ie, frame, forks. The later bikes have a different feel to them and are taller then the earlier bikes.

Thanks for the clarification

You can almost group them up. Each year has had steady updates, however 2012+ would be most significant with the major changes to the frame and linkage. Forks on all years kind of pattered between 45mm Marzocchis, 48mm Sachs, Ohlins TTX and 48mm CC Marzocchis, depending on the particular model you got. Shocks Ohlins 888/TTX or Sachs.

2007-2009 are all good with the old frame, solid subframe, reliable engine. Few costmetic changes from year to year.
2010/2011 - Updated 'B' frame, slimmer plastics, some changes to water pump and fitment of the AS2 carbs. Note some models came with 36mm carbs.
2012/2013+ - New frame, plastics, refined engine further, some plastic subframes on models.
2014 Saw weight reductions and changes to engine casings, head, and Reiger rear shock.

Hi

there has been a few changes to the bikes in the last few years , I have just changed from an RMX450 to a 2013 xc 300 , had my first ride at the berm buster last weekend , it is the best change i have ever made , they are a great bike.

I ended up getting a 2006 model that I think was first sold late 2007. Seems to be in good condition and well looked after. If I want to upgrade I will sell it later with one of my road bikes and get a current model.
It's got Ohlins front and rear so that's a + I think? In another post I was looking to find out what mods they need but jetting seems to be the only thing required.
Does anyone know If a n3eg jet kit will may any real difference to this model and where can I get one in Australia?

do you need a thermo fan fitted in a hot climate like 80 to 100F?

No fan needed, if you ride in 100F you're a stud! My only problem was on long strenuous climbs lately the hose was building up enough pressure to come off of the thermostat they put on the later models. Once removed I haven't had any problems. My buddies Kx450f and his friends new pumpkin both boiled 2 weeks ago in some nasty uphill slow rocks, the gasser kept plugging along.

Thanks for the reply.
90' days are the norm where I live and days that reach 97' are not uncommon. "I don't ride much when it gets that hot though".
I had to put a fan on my KTM530 and it would cut in as soon as I'd drop below 30mph without any hard work up hills, just tight tracks.
I could ride the Husky WR250 anywhere without any problems though. I loved that bike but not having a 6th gear soooo frustrating.

Where are you located? I might have an N3EG - maybe. If not any KTM dealer can order them in for you on request.

I'm in FNQ. Always hot and humid up here.

Thanks for the offer.
I'm on the other side of the gulf and thought there was a specific kit you had to buy for the carb. I will be getting a bike mechanic to check the bike out and I'm sure he will have one if its just a single jet.

Do you have a fan on your bike for the heat or fill the radiator up with XXXX ?

Its just an OEM needle (ktm or yamaha - either should be able to look it up - ktm will be cheaper). The pilots and mains are OEM Keihin, same as any other bike.

I owned a 2010 for over 300hrs and only had it spitt a little coolant while free riding. 1st gear for extended periods with very little airflow. Not boiling over or cooking. The water jackets and volume of the Gasser radiators provide pretty decent cooling. Same can be said for my 2013 model. I also run quite lean jetting. I doubt you'll need a fan.

XXXX for the rads, Bundy for the rider! :D

See thats how crap your beer is, you put it in the radiator, not your mouths! :D

At least its good for something.. unlike VB ;)

Hello to all! i'm new on this forum and i have a gas gas 2017 ec 300 and i have a couple of questions: what is the diference in ec 300 betwen(15' 16' 17) , The power valve is adjusting? The parts are the same? Thank you!:)

All the same mate.

Welcome to the world of Gasgas and to the forum!
I think the only difference between the 15 and 17 is the colour of the plastics and the look of the decals. The 16 models were never for sale (with a few exceptions).

thank you for answers! :)

Narcis here are the part no's for the N3EG needle.