KTM 300 EXC vs GASGAS EC 300

Compare the KTM 300 EXC and GASGAS EC 300 for hard enduro: shared KTM-group platform, value, suspension setup, and which fits your riding best.

Choose the KTM 300 EXC if you want the flagship KTM hard enduro package with the latest tech and dealer network. Choose the GASGAS EC 300 if you want the same KTM-group 300 platform at a lower price with a slightly different suspension feel and ergonomics.

Who wins for which rider

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

Best value KTM-group 300

GASGAS EC 300

Same core engine and chassis family as the KTM, usually at a lower price point.

Flagship hard enduro feel

KTM 300 EXC

More aggressive suspension settings and the most direct hard enduro pedigree.

Beginner / first hard enduro bike

GASGAS EC 300

Slightly softer suspension and friendlier price make ownership less stressful.

Dealer and parts network

KTM 300 EXC

KTM typically has the widest dealer support globally, even though GASGAS shares many parts.

Side-by-side specs

Spec	KTM 300 EXC	GASGAS EC 300
Brand	KTM	GASGAS
Displacement (cc)	293.15	293.15
Engine stroke	2	2
Power (HP)	49	49
Torque (Nm)	43.8	43.8
Weight (kg)	104.4	107.6
Seat height (mm)	963	956
Fuel capacity (L)	9	9
Gears	6	6
Start type	Electric	Electric
Front suspension	WP XACT-USD, Ø 48 mm	WP XPLOR-USD, Ø 48 mm
Rear suspension	WP XPLOR shock absorber with PDS	WP XACT Monoshock with linkage
Frame	Aluminum-reinforced polyamide	Central double-cradle-type 25CrMo4 steel
Front brake	260 mm disc brake	260 mm disc brake
Rear brake	220 mm disc brake	220 mm disc brake
Clutch	DDS multi-disc clutch in oil bath, with Brembo hydraulic drive	DDS wet multi-disc clutch, Braktec hydraulics
Price (EUR)	11435	10799

What each bike is really like

KTM 300 EXC

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Sharp, direct, and race-ready out of the crate.

Best for

Riders who want the latest KTM hard enduro spec.
Riders prioritising dealer support and parts.
Riders who want the sharpest standard setup.

Think twice if

Budget is the main constraint.
You prefer slightly softer stock suspension.

Setup notes

Start with sag set for your weight, not the factory baseline.
Consider lower gearing for steep terrain.

GASGAS EC 300

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Same KTM-group DNA with a calmer factory baseline.

Best for

Riders entering the KTM-group 300 platform on a budget.
Riders who like a slightly softer factory feel.
Riders who don't need flagship-level parts spec.

Think twice if

You want the most aggressive race setup off the showroom floor.
You ride extreme terrain where every spec upgrade matters.

Setup notes

Upgrade tires before anything else.
Suspension revalve closes the gap to KTM/Husky almost entirely.

Setup and skills

Bike choice is only half the story. Gearing, tires, suspension setup, and clutch control change the bike more than most riders expect.

Common questions

Is the GASGAS EC 300 the same as the KTM 300 EXC?

They share the KTM-group platform: very similar engine, frame, and major chassis components. They differ in suspension settings, bodywork, ergonomics, and price.

Which is better value, KTM 300 EXC or GASGAS EC 300?

The GASGAS EC 300 is usually the better value if you want to own the KTM-group 300 platform without paying the KTM premium. The KTM 300 EXC justifies its price with a more aggressive standard setup and broader dealer network.