MAICO GS 250 (1964-1979) Specs, Performance & Photos
Updated: 14 August 2023 • Maintained by:
Segment: Enduro/Offroad
Production years: 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979
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The Maico GS 250 was the lightest motorcycle in its class with nearly 100 kg of empty weight, at least against its competitors Hercules and KTM. The cream piece was the chassis, which characterized by good track and jump behavior.
MAICO GS 250 1964-1979
MAICO GS 250 250
| engine specs | Type: | Air cooled, two stroke, single cylinder | Displacement: | 249 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.63x2.75 in OR 67 mm | Compression Ratio: | 15.5:1 | Horsepower: | 17/8000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Carburetor |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-Speed | Clutch: | Wet cable operated | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | Chrom moly, double cradle | Front Suspension: | Telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | Swingarm fork | Front Brake: | Drum | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | 37.8 in OR 960 mm | Wheelbase: | 58.3 in OR 1481 mm | Ground Clearance: | 15.1 in OR 384 mm | Weight: | 240 lbs OR 109 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 2.7 gallons OR 10.2 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 3.00-21 | Rear: | 130/80-18 |
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| power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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