Gas Gas Pampera (2001-2005)
| Engine size | 248 cc |
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| Power | 20 bhp |
| Top speed | 81 mph |
| Insurance group | 7 of 17 |
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MCN overall verdict
The Gas Gas Pampera 250 MK III is one of the great trail motorcycles
of modern times. It’s particularly suitable for shorties and more
inexperienced riders, thanks to its combination of easy manners and low
seat height (for a trail bike). Spanish factory Gas Gas has a good
history of making quality off-roaders and they have a string of world
titles to their name. Engine
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With just 103kg to haul about the Gas Gas
Pampera's 250cc, two-stroke motor has an easy time of it. Forget ideas
of peaky, hard to ride motocross motorcycles – the Gas Gas Pampera has
good torque, a gentle, progressive power delivery and it’s quite
reliable, too. It runs on pre-mix, so remember to carry a bottle of
stroker oil with you on longer journeys.
Ride and Handling
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Because it’s so short and light the Gas
Gas Pampera feels almost like a trials motorcycle. The dimensions work
well whether you’re pottering along on standing on the pegs, with a
decent reach from both pegs to bars. The Gas Gas Pampera's Marzocchi
forks and Boge shock can cope with quite tricky trails easily and
flatter the abilities of newer riders.
Equipment
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The Gas Gas Pampera doesn't have many creature
comforts, but it is fully-road legal and you do get quality component
names like Marzocchi and Boge.
Quality and Reliability
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Gas Gas aren’t well known in the UK outside of
the specialist off-road motorcycle market. But they do have a decent
dealer network (visit /www.gasgasuk.com for details), a good reputation
and a healthy spares stock. Being a two-stroke the Gas Gas Pampera is
cheap to fix should any engine woes raise their head.
Value
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Compared to something like Honda’s CRF230 or
Yamaha’s TT-R250 the Gas Gas Pampera does well. It’s cheaper and better
than the other two in sheer terms of rideability, especially for anyone
new to off-roading. Prices are lower than its Japanese rivals, but in
terms of build quality the Gas Gas Pampera gives little away. Find a Gas Gas Pampera for sale.
Insurance
Insurance group: 7 of 17
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Model History
2001: MKIII Gas Gas Pampera introduced. A
much-improved bike on the previous Gas Gas Pampera motorcycles, which
lacked its flexibility and ease of use. Discontinued in 2005.
Other Versions
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Specifications
| Top speed | 81 mph |
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| 1/4-mile acceleration | secs |
| Max power | 20 bhp |
| Max torque | 14 ft-lb |
| Weight | 102 kg |
| Seat height | 860 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9 litres |
| Average fuel consumption | 32 mpg |
| Tank range | 65 miles |
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| Insurance group | 7 of 17 |
| Engine size | 248 cc |
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| Engine specification | Two-stroke single , 6 gears |
| Frame | Tubular chromoly cradle |
| Front suspension adjustment | Preload |
| Rear suspension adjustment | Preload |
| Front brakes | Single 240mm disc |
| Rear brake | 200mm disc |
| Front tyre size | 90/90 x 21 |
| Rear tyre size | 130/80 x 18 |