Puch GS 250 HF vs Ducati 250 Mark 3 (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Puch GS 250 HFstacks up against the Ducati 250 Mark 3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecPuch GS 250 HFDucati 250 Mark 3
Model year19881974
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower17 hp18 hp
Fuel capacity2.4 L4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 4.50-18 3.00-19 / 3.50-18

Puch GS 250 HF vs Ducati 250 Mark 3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Puch GS 250 HF and the Ducati 250 Mark 3 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Puch GS 250 HF brings 17 hp, while the Ducati 250 Mark 3 counters with 18 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: