2016 GAS GAS Contact 250 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in GAS GAS's trial motorcycle lineup, the 2016 GAS GAS Contact 250 utilizes a 247.7 cc (15.1 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 72.5 x 60.0 mm (2.9 x 2.4 inches).
On the scales, the Contact 250 measures 69.5 kg (153 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 650 mm (25.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,325 mm (52.2 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 2.5-liter (0.7 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's GAS GAS archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2016 to 2017, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
650 mm (25.6 in)
Engine
Displacement247.7 ccm (15.11 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsReed valve.
Bore x Stroke72.5 x 60.0 mm (2.9 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Dell´Orto PHBL26BS
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchGG 1/3 hydraulic-diaphragm-system
Chassis
Frame TypeChrom-Molybdenum tubular frame
Front SuspensionOLLE 40 mm fork
Front Travel170 mm (6.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionOLLE mono shock absorber (1 way)
Rear Travel164 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheelbase1325 mm (52.2 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre2.75-21
Rear Tyre4.00-18
Front BrakesSingle disc. Floating wave disc. Four-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø185 mm (7.3 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø150 mm (5.9 inches)
WheelsAluminium rims with spokes
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight69.5 kg (153.2 pounds)
Seat Height650 mm (25.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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