GasGas recently showcased its complete lineup of motorcycles for 2024 at a public event near San Moreno, Italy. Our team at Dirt Bike had the opportunity to ride all the different motocross and off-road bikes, and among them, the EX450F cross-country model left the biggest impression. It is worth noting that this model is exclusive to the U.S. market. At first glance, the EX450F appears to be heavily influenced by motocross. It shares many similar components with the MC450F MX bike, including the five-speed gearbox. However, there are a few adaptations for off-road riding, such as the 18-inch rear wheel and the inclusion of a kickstand. Overall, the GasGas EX450F is better suited for cross-country racing compared to its counterparts in the KTM and Husqvarna lineup. The power delivery is smoother and less intimidating. It is still incredibly fast but provides a less exhausting experience. The bike comes with two preprogrammed maps on the ECU, and the version we tested was set to the milder option. We had the opportunity to observe Gary Sutherlin putting the EX450F through its paces on GasGas’ specially prepared motocross, cross-country, and grass track test loops.