Hyosung?

growler · Traffic Copper Joined: 17 Jul 2007 Karma :

I have recently purchased a GV 650 and am very happy with it
(cough) I have had 115mph ( cough) out of it with some left to go!!!
Goes well handles well no regrets
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Steven_85 · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 03 May 2007 Karma :

I was thinking of getting a Hyosung but I have heard there a bit big.
Am only 5ft 8 roughly, and not really the strongest guy.
would I be ok on say the comet 650, if not how about just the 250 comet.

G · The Voice of Reason Joined: 02 Feb 2002 Karma :

The comet 125 and 250 don't weigh much less than the 650 if I remember. However at 5'8" I'm sure you should be fine.

Still wouldn't recommend buying one unless it was really cheap, though Smile

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Jackyboy · Scooby Slapper Joined: 24 Jul 2006 Karma :

My GT125R got totalled in November - I would definatly get another one (probably 250cc) if I could afford to run the car and a bike...
Its smooth, comfortable, looks nice , and it's built like a house - not bad if you're 6'1"
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map · Mr Calendar Joined: 14 Jun 2004 Karma :

A mate had a good look around at the Aquila 650 at the NEC lastyear and the recent Barton Bike Night.

He likes his Virago but wants something a little more flexible. Only poor thing I could see is the frame welding looked a bit poor compared to some of the other makes.

However, as a complete package it appears to offer a lot more than any of the established names.

Only other possible fly in the ointment is how long they'll last. He uses his bike for a regular commute so it isn't just a Sunny Sunday user.

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Jack_Cheese · World Chat Champion Joined: 14 Jul 2005 Karma :

the main point of worry for me on Hyosung bikes is the steel frames. i'm not sure how they'd stand up to serious abuse. still, i've not seen one of the current models affected by frame rust...

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Jackyboy · Scooby Slapper Joined: 24 Jul 2006 Karma :

^ Seconded - the rumours of a 1000cc model are worrying on that frame.
The 250s & 125s are fine though. Never got on the 650 - if i wanted a 600 theres so much competition...
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lilredmachine · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Jan 2005 Karma :

Yeah, there's theoretical competition. If you're buying new at that price i'd hardly call a bike £700 more expensive (SV650) competition.

There's been no reports of frames failing at all. Unlike a certain rather posh Suzuki litre sportsbike you might have heard about Wink

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