GASGAS MC 350F vs Ducati Desmo450 MX

Side-by-side comparison of the GASGAS MC 350F and Ducati Desmo450 MX — weight, seat height, power, fuel capacity, suspension, and price for riders making a real buying decision.

Choose the GASGAS MC 350F if you want GASGAS's feel and the 350cc 4-stroke engine character. Choose the Ducati Desmo450 MX if you prefer Ducati's package and the 450cc 4-stroke platform. Specs are close in many areas — what matters most is terrain, ergonomics, and dealer support.

Who wins for which rider

Rider-need verdicts. The right pick depends on what you actually ride and how you ride it.

Lighter weight for technical terrain

GASGAS MC 350F

About 1.8 kg lighter on the spec sheet, which matters in tight, technical riding.

Seat height confidence

GASGAS MC 350F

Lower listed seat height (956 mm) helps shorter riders flat-foot at stops.

Longer rides without refuelling

GASGAS MC 350F

7.9 L tank gives more range between fuel stops.

Better value on price

GASGAS MC 350F

Lower listed price at €10,299.

Side-by-side specs

Spec	GASGAS MC 350F	Ducati Desmo450 MX
Brand	GASGAS	Ducati
Displacement (cc)	349.7	449.9
Engine stroke	4	4
Power (HP)	—	60
Torque (Nm)	—	45
Weight (kg)	102.2	104
Seat height (mm)	956	960
Fuel capacity (L)	7.9	7.2
Gears	5	5
Start type	Electric	Electric
Front suspension	WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm	KYB 48 mm AOS closed-cartridge fork, fully adjustable
Rear suspension	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage	KYB shock absorber, fully adjustable, linkage type
Frame	Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel	Aluminum perimeter frame
Front brake	260 mm disc brake	Brembo 270 mm disc brake
Rear brake	220 mm disc brake	Brembo 240 mm disc brake
Clutch	DS wet multi-disc clutch, Braktec hydraulics	Wet multi-disc, hydraulic, Brembo master cylinder
Price (EUR)	10299	12990

What each bike is really like

GASGAS MC 350F

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The GASGAS MC 350F is a high-performance motocross bike that delivers a fun and energetic ride, blending usable power with playful handling.

Ducati Desmo450 MX

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Ducati’s debut motocross bike, the Desmo450 MX, brings Italian engineering and racing pedigree to the 450cc motocross class, offering cutting-edge technology, light weight, and championship-winning potential.

Common questions

Is the GASGAS MC 350F better than the Ducati Desmo450 MX?

Neither is strictly better. The GASGAS MC 350F is a 350cc 4-stroke GASGAS, while the Ducati Desmo450 MX is a 450cc 4-stroke Ducati. The right choice depends on terrain, ergonomics, and dealer support more than headline specs.

Which is lighter, the GASGAS MC 350F or the Ducati Desmo450 MX?

Listed weights are 102.2 kg for the GASGAS MC 350F and 104 kg for the Ducati Desmo450 MX. Always verify with the manufacturer for your model year.