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Contact 280

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2017 GAS GAS Contact 280 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by GAS GAS for the trial motorcycle segment, the 2017 GAS GAS Contact 280 relies on a 272.2 cc (16.6 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 76.0 x 60.0 mm (3.0 x 2.4 inches).

On the scales, the Contact 280 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 1,320 mm (52 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 3.5-liter (0.9 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Standover Height
650 mm (25.6 in)
Engine
Displacement 272.2 ccm (16.61 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Reed valve.
Bore x Stroke 76.0 x 60.0 mm (3.0 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. Dell´Orto PHBL26BS. Reed valve induction.
Cooling Liquid
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch GG 1/3 hydraulic-diaphragm-system
Chassis
Frame Type Chrome-Molybdenum tubular frame
Front Suspension OLLE 40 mm bar Diam.
Front Travel 170 mm (6.7 inches)
Rear Suspension OLLE mono shock absorber (1 way)
Rear Travel 164 mm (6.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1320 mm (52.0 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 2.75-21
Rear Tyre 4.00-18
Front Brakes Single disc. Floating wave discs. Four-piston calipers.
Front Brake Ø 185 mm (7.3 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. Wave disks. Two-piston calipers.
Rear Brake Ø 150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheels Aluminium with spokes
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 69.5 kg (153.2 pounds)
Seat Height 650 mm (25.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1130 mm (44.5 inches)
Overall Length 2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Overall Width 825 mm (32.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity 3.50 litres (0.92 US gallons)
Other
Starter Kick
Color Options Red/white/black
Notes

Spanish made bike.

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