Had this one about 8 months and its used daily. In town, on the highway, Ride comfort is good for a smaller framed bike, the engine responsive for a small engined cruiser, and a lot less maintenance needed than the earlier 125 I bought for the wife. Low down torque is good so there isn't much need to change down the gearbox on the steeper hills. Fuel consumption is also good, Ride and handling is good generally a well balanced bike, although the turning circle is a rather large due to the overall length and the rake of.the front forks. Servicing and parts are generally reasonably priced, although a silencer will set you back about €450 and there are two of them. I use Bridgestones on mine which also seem to keep her pretty well planted on the road. I also use this bike for longer haul journeys and haven't found any major issues doing so. Obviously compared with a larger bike journey times are a bit slower, but it will cruise all day at legal motorway speeds, with about 20 kph extra for the sneaky overtake when needed. In my humble opinion these are the exception to buy cheap and buy twice. A good quality machine for very little money second hand, and a bit of a head turner too.
Gavin, That's pretty much my take on them as well. Was considering a 1,000 mile in 24 hour trip on mine, but, it's really a dirtbike/minibike in 'cruiser' clothing and even though it's redline is 12k, I don't really want to spend 15-18 hours trying to hit it in 5th gear! I have 'dressed' mine with: heated grips, OEM fog lights, floorboards & currently am running with a SlipStreamer SS-24 HellFire windshield. Hate the look (non traditional cruiser), the handlebar portion of the mount and some other stuff-but, it is very lightweight, has a good view through it, it's not too big and it allows the fog light mounting. So, it stays until after everyone gets their M/C endorsement, then perhaps back to 1 of the other 2 I have... With only 1,000 miles on the tires, I haven't needed to swap out yet, but, overall- I don't hate the Shinkos. Wish I could adjust Compression/Rebound front & rear- but, for the modest 'cost of entry', I'm glad that it works as well as it does. My gut tells me that she'll go for 75,000 k before needing any work, some parts are somewhat 'unfinished' (front brake master cylinder), but, overall- once charging issues are addressed, she'll go a long time before anything more than regular services: Oil & filter, air filters, chain clean & tension... Really like the overall look of yours and it's not far from what I'm trying to hit with mine. Dave
The reliability is pretty good. Routine maintenance items only. I've now clocked up over 40,000 kms and nothing to report regarding reliability issues. It's used daily to get to various locations for work, as well as longer hauls of 200+ kms each way.
If you go for a 2006 or later model, no problems at all. This is my second Hyosung, having first bought the 125 for the Mrs. Keep the chrome polished and protected, and basic maintenance and a fantastic cheap bike.
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.
I've had mine for about six years. Daily driver. Runs great. No problems. People think it's a Harley. I like it because it's about the size of an English thumper but has a V-Twin engine and the styling is right. I have a light bar on mine. The only thing with these bikes that I would like to see improved is the electrical system. It is a little weak if you want to run accessories--alternator is undersized. If I run my driving lights, I drain the battery. There is a way to install a better Suzuki alternator which I am investigating. Otherwise, perhaps swapping the incandescent bulbs for LED's might solve those issues as well. I love this bike, recommend it all the time to others, and let them know that they don't need to worry about finding high wear items if they don't have a Hyosung dealer near them. Brakes pads and shoes and oil filters are off the shelf Suzuki items. I haven't had to do anything else to the bike in the years I've owned it.
None of these bikes (even my VStar 250) have great electrical power just enough for a few extra low powered lights. I put on two 35 watt halogen driving lights and found that the alternator could not keep up and my battery would go flat in a very short time with the lights on and bike not running. I found some 4 watt LED bulbs on Ebay to replace the Halogens and they are just about as bright as the 35 watt ones. Doesn't kill my battery anymore :)
Had the GV250 for about a year now and its been faultless apart from a blown numberplate bulb. This turned out to be about one hours work to replace as the whole rear light housing has to be removed from the rear mudguard to enable access.
well i just finished (for now) butting all my accessories that i purchased over the winter on my GV250. Bought new mirrors, new grips, speakers, luggage rack, hard saddlebags, and a rear trunk. Have a video over on my page showing it all. But its still snowing here so haven't got a chance to take her out. Soon. Love your bike though. Few more things that Id like to add like engine guard and floorboards. That'll happen, Hopefully soon. Keep up the great work!
Hi Greg! Awesome ride! Where did you get the passenger footboards and how did you install them? I bought some for my bike but they are not compatible and I'm having a hell of a time finding an adapter or compatible passenger boards.
for the passenger foot boards look for a set with an articulating mount. The Base of the mount bolts into the original footpeg mount and has another bolt you loosen to adjust the angle of the board. It's on a ratchet mechanism so click until level then retighten the bolt.
The crash bars/engine guards are from a web catalogue Spaan, and the tank protector is a custom design from CustomZspain, again they have a web page. The guy who runs the latter is a fantastic leather worker, and did my bags and tool roll too.
Well, obviously- you like the bike! You wouldn't have fully dressed her if you didn't think she was a keeper- right? I have one as well, and I adore her. It's actually my wife's bike, but, I never got around to telling that- so, she thinks its my around town bike- grab milk, go to the Post Office bike- instead of pulling out the GV650 (another Hyosung). Please, share what your thoughts are- do you like the ride? the volume? the pick up? lightness? smoothness throughout the rev range? Would you take a long trip on her? On the highway? You know- strength's, weaknesses, limitations, awesome attributes? Dave P.S. Like your bike too!
Hola Gavin, Un video estupendo, tu moto luce de lujo con nuestros diseños. Saludos Hi Gavin, Great video, your bike looks luxury with our designs. greetings Zapa
Hey this looks pretty flashy. You've done a great job at adding character to your bike with all those additions. Those saddle bags, tank protector and tool bag really set a nice contrast to all that shiny chrome. The leather tool work is marvelous. Looks in show room condition even with the 25000K on it,you have kept it nice. How is that seat for comfort, looks nice and big to give extra comfort for a long ride. And how does the 250 fair on the hills? I have a Yamaha VStar 250 and its a real push to get it to go to 100 kph on long up to 7 + 8% grades we get in our mountain passes in British Columbia, Canada. Cheers By the way that is a great video. The blue sky adds awesome reflection color to your chrome and paint.
just wondering where you got your engine guard from? looking at picking one up this winter, not sure which one to get. I like the one you have. Also where did you pickup your fitted tank bag?
I live in Iran. Unfortunately, the inflation of one thousand percent of the economy caused the price of our motorcycle to increase 10 times. Our salary is only one hundred dollars a month and the price of this engine is 7,500 dollars☹☹☹
I got mine from a specialist about 11 kms from here. Look up CustomZspain. He's in Utrera but will send out world wide. email him with your requirements.
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.
Had this one about 8 months and its used daily. In town, on the highway, Ride comfort is good for a smaller framed bike, the engine responsive for a small engined cruiser, and a lot less maintenance needed than the earlier 125 I bought for the wife. Low down torque is good so there isn't much need to change down the gearbox on the steeper hills. Fuel consumption is also good,
Ride and handling is good generally a well balanced bike, although the turning circle is a rather large due to the overall length and the rake of.the front forks.
Servicing and parts are generally reasonably priced, although a silencer will set you back about €450 and there are two of them.
I use Bridgestones on mine which also seem to keep her pretty well planted on the road.
I also use this bike for longer haul journeys and haven't found any major issues doing so. Obviously compared with a larger bike journey times are a bit slower, but it will cruise all day at legal motorway speeds, with about 20 kph extra for the sneaky overtake when needed.
In my humble opinion these are the exception to buy cheap and buy twice. A good quality machine for very little money second hand, and a bit of a head turner too.
Gavin,
That's pretty much my take on them as well. Was considering a 1,000 mile in 24 hour trip on mine, but, it's really a dirtbike/minibike in 'cruiser' clothing and even though it's redline is 12k, I don't really want to spend 15-18 hours trying to hit it in 5th gear!
I have 'dressed' mine with: heated grips, OEM fog lights, floorboards & currently am running with a SlipStreamer SS-24 HellFire windshield. Hate the look (non traditional cruiser), the handlebar portion of the mount and some other stuff-but, it is very lightweight, has a good view through it, it's not too big and it allows the fog light mounting. So, it stays until after everyone gets their M/C endorsement, then perhaps back to 1 of the other 2 I have...
With only 1,000 miles on the tires, I haven't needed to swap out yet, but, overall- I don't hate the Shinkos. Wish I could adjust Compression/Rebound front & rear- but, for the modest 'cost of entry', I'm glad that it works as well as it does. My gut tells me that she'll go for 75,000 k before needing any work, some parts are somewhat 'unfinished' (front brake master cylinder), but, overall- once charging issues are addressed, she'll go a long time before anything more than regular services: Oil & filter, air filters, chain clean & tension...
Really like the overall look of yours and it's not far from what I'm trying to hit with mine.
Dave
The reliability is pretty good. Routine maintenance items only. I've now clocked up over 40,000 kms and nothing to report regarding reliability issues. It's used daily to get to various locations for work, as well as longer hauls of 200+ kms each way.
If you go for a 2006 or later model, no problems at all. This is my second Hyosung, having first bought the 125 for the Mrs. Keep the chrome polished and protected, and basic maintenance and a fantastic cheap bike.
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.
I've had mine for about six years. Daily driver. Runs great. No problems. People think it's a Harley. I like it because it's about the size of an English thumper but has a V-Twin engine and the styling is right. I have a light bar on mine. The only thing with these bikes that I would like to see improved is the electrical system. It is a little weak if you want to run accessories--alternator is undersized. If I run my driving lights, I drain the battery. There is a way to install a better Suzuki alternator which I am investigating. Otherwise, perhaps swapping the incandescent bulbs for LED's might solve those issues as well. I love this bike, recommend it all the time to others, and let them know that they don't need to worry about finding high wear items if they don't have a Hyosung dealer near them. Brakes pads and shoes and oil filters are off the shelf Suzuki items. I haven't had to do anything else to the bike in the years I've owned it.
None of these bikes (even my VStar 250) have great electrical power just enough for a few extra low powered lights. I put on two 35 watt halogen driving lights and found that the alternator could not keep up and my battery would go flat in a very short time with the lights on and bike not running. I found some 4 watt LED bulbs on Ebay to replace the Halogens and they are just about as bright as the 35 watt ones. Doesn't kill my battery anymore :)
Had the GV250 for about a year now and its been faultless apart from a blown numberplate bulb. This turned out to be about one hours work to replace as the whole rear light housing has to be removed from the rear mudguard to enable access.
well i just finished (for now) butting all my accessories that i purchased over the winter on my GV250. Bought new mirrors, new grips, speakers, luggage rack, hard saddlebags, and a rear trunk. Have a video over on my page showing it all. But its still snowing here so haven't got a chance to take her out. Soon. Love your bike though. Few more things that Id like to add like engine guard and floorboards. That'll happen, Hopefully soon. Keep up the great work!
Thanks Greg. I will take a look at your handy work. Ride free.
Thanks Gavin.
Hi Greg! Awesome ride! Where did you get the passenger footboards and how did you install them? I bought some for my bike but they are not compatible and I'm having a hell of a time finding an adapter or compatible passenger boards.
Eduardo Limon I don't have rear floorboards, but I wouldnt mind getting some at some time. If you find any let me know.
for the passenger foot boards look for a set with an articulating mount. The Base of the mount bolts into the original footpeg mount and has another bolt you loosen to adjust the angle of the board. It's on a ratchet mechanism so click until level then retighten the bolt.
stock exhaust on a carburettor model. They switched to injection the following year and went with the two into one exhaust.
The crash bars/engine guards are from a web catalogue Spaan, and the tank protector is a custom design from CustomZspain, again they have a web page. The guy who runs the latter is a fantastic leather worker, and did my bags and tool roll too.
Hello, Gavin Flower. beautifully vivid video. thank. :)
super sprzęcik - chciałbym taki mieć
Well, obviously- you like the bike! You wouldn't have fully dressed her if you didn't think she was a keeper- right? I have one as well, and I adore her. It's actually my wife's bike, but, I never got around to telling that- so, she thinks its my around town bike- grab milk, go to the Post Office bike- instead of pulling out the GV650 (another Hyosung). Please, share what your thoughts are- do you like the ride? the volume? the pick up? lightness? smoothness throughout the rev range? Would you take a long trip on her? On the highway? You know- strength's, weaknesses, limitations, awesome attributes? Dave P.S. Like your bike too!
Beautiful. Love it.
the rack comes with the backrest. out of the Spaan catalogue.
The tank protector was a custom job from CustomZ Spain. They have a web page and may well mail order outside Spain too.
Can you add a link to their website? Couldn't find it.... Thanks!
My bad CustomZspain.es
Hola Gavin,
Un video estupendo, tu moto luce de lujo con nuestros diseños.
Saludos
Hi Gavin,
Great video, your bike looks luxury with our designs.
greetings
Zapa
customZapa Gracias. Hasta Faro Amigo este Finde!!!!
Hey this looks pretty flashy. You've done a great job at adding character to your bike with all those additions. Those saddle bags, tank protector and tool bag really set a nice contrast to all that shiny chrome. The leather tool work is marvelous. Looks in show room condition even with the 25000K on it,you have kept it nice. How is that seat for comfort, looks nice and big to give extra comfort for a long ride. And how does the 250 fair on the hills? I have a Yamaha VStar 250 and its a real push to get it to go to 100 kph on long up to 7 + 8% grades we get in our mountain passes in British Columbia, Canada. Cheers
By the way that is a great video. The blue sky adds awesome reflection color to your chrome and paint.
The seat is pretty comfortable thanks Steve, and the 30bhp this little engine puts out gets it up the hills pretty easily even with me on board.
just wondering where you got your engine guard from? looking at picking one up this winter, not sure which one to get. I like the one you have. Also where did you pickup your fitted tank bag?
Donde has conseguido las tapas del motor y el cubredeposito de cuero?
Hey I've got one and can't seem to find the leather tank bib anywhere, lend a chap a hand?
Nice bike man...
where did you get the exhaust?
I have a Qestion, how did you fixed the eagle sign, on the chrom coupling cover ? Greetings from Germany.
Hello mate! Great looking bike! How are they in terms of reliability? Any serious cons? Thanks
Hello mate.. great looking bike. where did u get tank bib?
Can I do a 2000km journey in 40 hrs on this motorcycle ?
Is this motorcycle worth this trip ?
actually CustomZappa in the comments is the guy in question.
Fantastic... :)
Where did you get the Footpegs for passenger and driver? Thank you
I love that Bike!
Where did you get that luggage rack?
Oh i need our Motor in my low Rider ^^
Can anyone tell me where I could see one? I can’t find a dealer in my area in central Florida?
please inform me about the dealers in KERALA
I live in Iran. Unfortunately, the inflation of one thousand percent of the economy caused the price of our motorcycle to increase 10 times. Our salary is only one hundred dollars a month and the price of this engine is 7,500 dollars☹☹☹
cool
wow at 1:34, piece of rock moves by itself, lol
Does anyone know who works on them
I got mine from a specialist about 11 kms from here.
Look up CustomZspain. He's in Utrera but will send out world wide. email him with your requirements.
Wow
you could although you might want to go for something bigger
far out
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.
they come with adhesive tape. Make sure the chrome is clean and dry first. also allow for the fact the crank case covers are curved and the motifs are flat. It involves cutting back some the adhesive or adding more double sided tape to the edges.