2012 GAS GAS EC 300 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in GAS GAS's enduro - offroad motorcycle lineup, the 2012 GAS GAS EC 300 pairs a 299.3 cc (18.3 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 72.5 x 72.5 mm (2.9 x 2.9 inches).
On the scales, the EC 300 measures 115 kg (254 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 960 mm (37.8 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,475 mm (58.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 10.5-liter (2.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's GAS GAS archive, this model family spans 12 indexed model years from 2002 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
960 mm (37.8 in)
Engine
Displacement299.3 ccm (18.26 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Bore x Stroke72.5 x 72.5 mm (2.9 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Keihin FCR-MX37 - Intake by reed valve
Lubrication2-stroke-oil/fuel mixed 1:50
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchWet multiplate with hydraulic control
Chassis
Frame TypeChrom-Molybdenum perimetral frame
Front SuspensionSachs 48 mm Up-Side-Down. Adjustable compression and rebound.
Front Travel315 mm (12.4 inches)
Rear SuspensionSachs hydraulic mono shock absorber. Rebound, compression and spring preload .
Rear Travel320 mm (12.6 inches)
Wheelbase1475 mm (58.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-21
Rear Tyre140/80-18
Front BrakesSingle disc. Wave floating, 2-piston caliper
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Transmission
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