Wellyman's new purchase.

**Wellyman** · 28th August 2007, 21:18

2 Days after selliing my bike I have a new one!
now a proud owner of a 2004 Gas Gas EC250. Brought off a friend as he is decided hes not going to ride anymore.
i have added a teaser pic, but will put real pics of my new steed tomorrow after I clean it a bit.
WM

**Reckless** · 28th August 2007, 21:45

Looks real nice mate!

So its an enduro bike rather than an MX track bike. Looks bloody racy. I like the tank slung down so low. Is that an Olins rear shock I see??

I know you liked the test one enough to buy this but what where your thoughts when purchasing say compared to a KX or Cr250??

**Wellyman** · 28th August 2007, 21:56

Originally Posted by Reckless

Looks real nice mate!

So its an enduro bike rather than an MX track bike. Looks bloody racy. I like the tank slung down so low. Is that an Olins rear shock I see??

I know you liked the test one enough to buy this but what where your thoughts when purchasing say compared to a KX or Cr250??

Yes it an enduro bike.
Yes it is Ohlins Rear Shock, Marzocchi Front Forks, Nissin Brakes... the goodies go on.
I have rode a CRF250R and found that was a bit punchy but I could have even ridden one of those all day long in a trail ride. I found the power on this thing suits me, I feel comfy and can ride a bit quicker then Im used to.
WM

**Wellyman** · 28th August 2007, 22:33

Some Specs!
WM

Category: Enduro / offroad

Engine and transmission:
Displacement: 249.30 ccm (15.21 cubic inches)
Engine type: Single cylinder
Stroke: 2
Bore x stroke: 66.4 x 72.0 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel system: Carburettor
Cooling system: Liquid
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type
final drive: Chain

Physical measures:

Dry weight: 102.0 kg (224.9 pounds)
Seat height: 940 mm (37.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Ground clearance: 340 mm (13.4 inches)
Wheelbase: 1,475 mm (58.1 inches)

Chassis and dimensions:
Frame type: Deltabox type, made of rectangular section cromoly tube
Front suspension: Marzocchi telehydrailc fork, 45 mm
Front suspension travel: 295 mm (11.6 inches)
Rear suspension: Ohlns progressive system
Rear suspension travel: 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Front tyre dimensions: 90/90-21
Rear tyre dimensions: 140/80-18
Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Speed and acceleration

Other specifications:

Fuel capacity: 9.50 litres (2.51 gallons)
Color options: Red/black

**Wellyman** · 29th August 2007, 15:18

The real pictures of the beast!
Still dirty from the weekend. but will fix that.
WM

**chris** · 29th August 2007, 15:43

Originally Posted by Reckless

Looks real nice mate!

So its an enduro bike rather than an MX track bike. Looks bloody racy. I like the tank slung down so low. Is that an Olins rear shock I see??

I know you liked the test one enough to buy this but what where your thoughts when purchasing say compared to a KX or Cr250??

Öhlins, Marzochi, Nissin all standard.

**chris** · 29th August 2007, 15:46

Originally Posted by Wellyman

2 Days after selliing my bike I have a new one!
now a proud owner of a 2004 Gas Gas EC250. Brought off a friend as he is decided hes not going to ride anymore.
i have added a teaser pic, but will put real pics of my new steed tomorrow after I clean it a bit.
WM

Smart choice

Didn't buy it off 'John' did you?

**Wellyman** · 29th August 2007, 15:48

Originally Posted by chris

Smart choice

Didn't buy it off 'John' did you?

No. brought of a mate who is going back to mountain biking.
WM

**chris** · 29th August 2007, 15:54

I used the wrong Smiley, eh.

OK, I knew of a very good one for sale by a John, you'll see it at WMCC rides.

Yours looks nice, one of John Nic and the Humpsters favourite bikes. Any plans for it? Newer graphics maybe?

**Wellyman** · 29th August 2007, 16:24

Prehaps some custom numbers for the side panels , as the graphics are fine.
WM

**chris** · 29th August 2007, 16:28

Originally Posted by Wellyman

Prehaps some custom numbers for the side panels , as the graphics are fine.
WM

The EC250 is a great bike, I'm sure you'll enjoy it lots. At some point we'll no doubt bump into each other in the forest. In the meantime, I hear the seat is comfy

**Wellyman** · 29th August 2007, 18:54

Originally Posted by chris

The EC250 is a great bike, I'm sure you'll enjoy it lots. At some point we'll no doubt bump into each other in the forest. In the meantime, I hear the seat is comfy

You get used to the stifness of the seat. I have ridden it twice and it dosent bother me so far.
WM