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carb0n
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PostPosted: 13:13 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Few questions about Hyosung GT 125 R Reply with quote
So i got the bike this weekend, 10 plate. 1500 miles on. Spent all weekend riding her, and i have discovered a few things. If you need to know anything else to give an answer let me know Smile

1) the front break sounds like its grinding when used. (like a bit of dirt is stuck and making a grinding sound)

2) sometimes when pulling away the engine dies a little, is this the engine flooding? sometimes happens from 2nd to 3rd

3) i know its a heavy bike for a 125. But is there anything you can do to increase the acceleration without losing top speed?

Thanks Smile
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PostPosted: 13:19 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Re: Few questions about Hyosung GT 125 R Reply with quote
carb0n wrote:
So i got the bike this weekend, 10 plate. 1500 miles on. Spent all weekend riding her, and i have discovered a few things. If you need to know anything else to give an answer let me know Smile

1) the front break sounds like its grinding when used. (like a bit of dirt is stuck and making a grinding sound)

2) sometimes when pulling away the engine dies a little, is this the engine flooding? sometimes happens from 2nd to 3rd

3) i know its a heavy bike for a 125. But is there anything you can do to increase the acceleration without losing top speed?

Thanks Smile


1 > strip and clean the caliper, common issue on this.

2 > lift the tank off and see if the muppet has fitted some gash filter, also pull the front spark plug out and see what colour it is.

3 > No, the best way is to do your test. My GT125 (non R model) had an indicated 90+ GPS had it at 82mph down a hill with 2 people on it, had a straight through set of pipes with a scorpion end can, rejet and a K&N from an SV650.
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PostPosted: 13:35 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Re: Few questions about Hyosung GT 125 R Reply with quote
##Paddy## wrote:
carb0n wrote:
So i got the bike this weekend, 10 plate. 1500 miles on. Spent all weekend riding her, and i have discovered a few things. If you need to know anything else to give an answer let me know Smile

1) the front break sounds like its grinding when used. (like a bit of dirt is stuck and making a grinding sound)

2) sometimes when pulling away the engine dies a little, is this the engine flooding? sometimes happens from 2nd to 3rd

3) i know its a heavy bike for a 125. But is there anything you can do to increase the acceleration without losing top speed?

Thanks Smile


1 > strip and clean the caliper, common issue on this.

2 > lift the tank off and see if the muppet has fitted some gash filter, also pull the front spark plug out and see what colour it is.

3 > No, the best way is to do your test. My GT125 (non R model) had an indicated 90+ GPS had it at 82mph down a hill with 2 people on it, had a straight through set of pipes with a scorpion end can, rejet and a K&N from an SV650.


once i get home from work ill have a look. doubt i'll be able to have a look at the engine until the weekend though.

Also how much do you think it would cost to take it to a garage and get it race tuned? if its a stupid amount ill just wait for more power until summer when i take my test Smile
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PostPosted: 13:55 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Without even looking at prices, just wait, it won't be worth it tuning.
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PostPosted: 14:02 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
You wont get it race tuned.

The cheaper way would be to buy a 250cc engine and whack it in, you'd need to buy new chain/sprockets as its a 520 pitch rather than a 428.
You'd also want to grind the 250 badge off the side, and change the engine number...

Its a simple swap...not that I'm saying do it... Wink
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PostPosted: 14:44 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Re: Few questions about Hyosung GT 125 R Reply with quote
carb0n wrote:
Also how much do you think it would cost to take it to a garage and get it race tuned?

That would suggest anyone raced them.
And that if they did, that it wasn't a series which restricted modifications so your 'race tune' may just be a stock bike Smile.

If you want more power in a 125, best bet would be to sell it and buy a 2 stroke.
You'll get a lot more power which will be more reliable than if you got the 4 stroke up anywhere close - also less weight and quite likely better handling and brakes.
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PostPosted: 15:02 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
You're onto your second 125 and haven't passed your tests yet?

You've brought this on yourself...

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carb0n
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PostPosted: 15:19 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Rogerborg wrote:
You're onto your second 125 and haven't passed your tests yet?

You've brought this on yourself...

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i brought this so i can get used to a heavier bike, and sports position... i will be doing my test in the summer, so feel free to chuck any more abuse my way, cause tbh, it really doesn't bother me at all.
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PostPosted: 15:45 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Its not an overly heavy bike compared.

I didn't mind mine... but I'd seriously consider putting in for your test Smile
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PostPosted: 16:01 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Listed as pretty heavy, but seems a complete waste of time when the best way would be to pass your test and get a bigger bike.

From what I've seen the GT125r isn't really that 'sporty'.
Could have stuck some weights and lower clip ons onto the YBR if that's what you wanted Smile.
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PostPosted: 16:11 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
i just wanted to get a "better" bike for the summer Smile cause at the moment i cant really get time off work to get my test done. So i have to make do with what i can get Smile Heads turn when i ride now Smile i hope for good reasons Smile its the feeling i wanted Smile
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PostPosted: 16:13 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Get a nice exhaust for it Wink
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PostPosted: 16:26 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
##Paddy## wrote:
Get a nice exhaust for it Wink


that's the head turner Wink got a scorpion exhaust without the baffle Very Happy sounds like a 600 <3

Paddy, what part of UK you from?
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PostPosted: 16:28 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
From Kent.

I had a Scorpion, doesn't sound like a 600, trust me. May look it though. Once you hear a 600 and have it between your legs... Thumbs Up
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PostPosted: 16:34 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
##Paddy## wrote:
From Kent.

I had a Scorpion, doesn't sound like a 600, trust me. May look it though. Once you hear a 600 and have it between your legs... Thumbs Up


And for that day. I cant wait Smile

i take it you're never in the midlands then being all the way down south Razz
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PostPosted: 16:36 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Never ever going to the midlands. Laughing

I like my bike thanks Wink

It probably isn't that bad. You coming to BCF BBQ? Laughing
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PostPosted: 16:43 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
carb0n wrote:
##Paddy## wrote:
Once you hear a 600 and have it between your legs... Thumbs Up


And for that day. I cant wait Smile


Then don't. It only takes 20 minute to pass Mod 1 and an hour for Mod 2 and theory. They run 6 days a week. Claiming that you can't find the time to pass them is ridiculous.
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PostPosted: 16:47 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
##Paddy## wrote:
Never ever going to the midlands. Laughing

I like my bike thanks Wink

It probably isn't that bad. You coming to BCF BBQ? Laughing


Where is it held?


"Then don't. It only takes 20 minute to pass Mod 1 and an hour for Mod 2 and theory. They run 6 days a week. Claiming that you can't find the time to pass them is ridiculous." i know Sad another reason is cause i have a weak wrist at the moment and i cant ride for long periods of time without pain :/ need to let it get a bit better before i try for my test cause i really don't want to balls it up Smile
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PostPosted: 16:49 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Rogerborg wrote:
carb0n wrote:


And for that day. I cant wait Smile


Then don't. It only takes 20 minute to pass Mod 1 and an hour for Mod 2 and theory. They run 6 days a week. Claiming that you can't find the time to pass them is ridiculous.


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PostPosted: 17:22 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
carb0n wrote:

that's the head turner Wink got a scorpion exhaust without the baffle Very Happy sounds like a 600 <3

Sorry, but no.
I've heard enough 125 4 strokess with loud exhausts - mostly they sound chavvy, though as a twin the GT isn't quite as bad as the singles which you'd think were just pit bikes.

Plenty of non-bike people will no doubt see your bike and think "big bike". Plenty of bike people will no doubt see you've got a heavy, big 10 plate 125 and think "tosser with too much money" Smile.
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PostPosted: 18:09 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
I think what ever bike watever size can make you smile .I've had plenty of big bikes 600cc's plus even a thou .I've got and old benly at min its gutless they all are but it can make me smile.and your 125 is Probs the same it makes you smile
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PostPosted: 19:13 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
You can make excuses from now until the end of the world (this December, right?) but if you can ride a bike, then you can pass your tests. It's entirely up to you of course, but nothing looks good with L plates on it.
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PostPosted: 19:37 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
Rogerborg wrote:
You've brought this on yourself...

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PostPosted: 21:50 - 26 Mar 2012    Post subject: Reply with quote
G wrote:
carb0n wrote:

that's the head turner Wink got a scorpion exhaust without the baffle Very Happy sounds like a 600 <3

Sorry, but no.
I've heard enough 125 4 strokess with loud exhausts - mostly they sound chavvy, though as a twin the GT isn't quite as bad as the singles which you'd think were just pit bikes.

Plenty of non-bike people will no doubt see your bike and think "big bike". Plenty of bike people will no doubt see you've got a heavy, big 10 plate 125 and think "tosser with too much money" Smile.


i don't have too much money Razz i saved up 3 months wages for it.. i just dont waste my money on random crap like most 19 year olds do Smile

but i promise you. it doesnt sound chavy. my dads been a biker all his life. current bike GPZ 750 Turbo.. he said him self sounds like a much much bigger bike... anyway throw what ever hate you want Very Happy love you all Smile all part of the biking family <3
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