Need help buying a new bike pls

[Jakobi]

Ohh yeah engine wise. Its very tunable (just like any other 2T). The pv system isn't as advanced as the KTM in that its not as easy to go changing things up. The trade off is that its so so easy to service and clean. A very basic setup that works well. These bikes also respond very well to jetting (like most 2Ts) and you can change the engine characteristics by experimenting with various needles. Just like the KTMs (and other 2Ts) a squish reduction and head mod will allow you to get the most out of it, and the power delivery is also very tunable with base gaskets and port timing.

Its just a proven reliable 2T in probably the most balanced chasis out, that comes with all the good bits already bolted on. Most are hard strapped finding ways to improve things and only post here when somethings not quite right.

[chevyTVS]

When people says the gasser is heavier than the katoom, how much heavier are we talking about? Just curious

[jpelaston]

probably 10-15 lbs

[twowheels]

Originally Posted by jpelaston

probably 10-15 lbs

That's just the weight of the trophies

[brokenheadbrad]

thx much for all the replays. i did not mean to sound disingenuous in my findings. i dont care about brand i just want the best bang for my buck and in honesty wanted to come here to help u all talk me into the gg. I'm sure i will be happy with any new bike i get and i appreciate all of your input. I did read the dr editorial but they can be byist depending on there ad revenue. so i hold a lot more weight with what u all say. it will all come down to cost analyst for me. Thx again all!

[twowheels]

I've almost given up on DR - this past issue one of the eds spent 3/4 of his column bitching about the suspension on a KTM250/CR500 hybrid that was sprung for a rider 60 pounds heavier.

Dirt Bike and Cycle News have more balanced reviews.

As an aside on the weight, I spent Friday giving my own YZ125/200EXC hybrid some love. It may be 60 pounds lighter than my GG300 but I was worked at the end of the day from chasing it around the trail and through the powerband. The GasGas shines in any comparison because of its ability to hold a particular inch of the trail and a motor that is pure magic - never threatening to stall, always in the right gear, and plenty of power on tap.

[desertgasser300]

Hey Steve I take it the power is back on?

[twowheels]

Originally Posted by desertgasser300

Hey Steve I take it the power is back on?

Your parts are in a box ...

For whatever reason we've had more power outages this year than any in recent memory. Going off the grid won't be too difficult with all the practice we've been getting

[desertgasser300]

At least you don't have sweat out the night.

[gasser]

Originally Posted by chevyTVS

When people says the gasser is heavier than the katoom, how much heavier are we talking about? Just curious

The linkage is several pounds of the extra weight and it's down so low that you don't notice it.