Are Hyosungs worth getting?

**Ryster** · 28th March 2010, 11:56

Im looking at a few bikes, Ive got my eyes on a couple and i like the Hyosungs. Ive not really heard alot about them though, are they a good brand to go for? like reliabilty wise and money wise?

**CookMySock** · 28th March 2010, 12:09

Originally Posted by Ryster

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Ive not really heard alot about them though, are they a good brand to go for? like reliabilty wise and money wise?

Pardon? What planet have you been on?

Steve

**steve_t** · 28th March 2010, 12:14

Welcome to KB Ryster. The search function is your friend and will save u some grief around here

**Jantar** · 28th March 2010, 12:17

They are a good mid-range brand. They appear to be reliable if ridden and maintained correctly. Go and try one and see if it suits your riding style.

**psycho22** · 28th March 2010, 12:27

They are great for reliability. I had mine for just over a year and only had to do one repair and it was only minor.( Clutch cable ) They are definately worth the money and they are really nice to ride.

**CookMySock** · 28th March 2010, 12:39

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They are a good mid-range brand. They appear to be reliable if ridden and maintained correctly. Go and try one and see if it suits your riding style.

Yes indeed. Reliable if ridden incorrectly as well.

@Ryster, yes the hyos are fine, although they don't take abusive treatment very well. I suppose no bike does really.

If you are looking at the 250's, make sure you ride them all. The GV is obviously different, but the Comet and the R while looking quite the same, are vastly different to ride - the R has a more serious feel to it, where the Comet is the more friendly and amusing bike. The R isn't really an absolute-learners bike - it's really hard to U-turn them, unless you already have substantial experience.

I like them. I have five of them.

Steve

**psycho22** · 28th March 2010, 12:42

Originally Posted by DangerousBastard

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it's really hard to U-turn them, unless you already have substantial experience.
Steve

You got that right! Nearly dropped it the first time I tried one.

**renegade master** · 28th March 2010, 12:49

nah they are pretty crap tbh

**gatch** · 28th March 2010, 14:57

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although they don't take abusive treatment very well. I suppose no bike does really.

try a honda..

**Maha** · 28th March 2010, 15:39

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it's really hard to U-turn them, unless you already have substantial experience.
Steve

You should try it in Neutral!

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try a honda..

Best advice so far.

**sil3nt** · 28th March 2010, 15:52

I dont think Hyosung make a bad bike. I just think there are better options out there. I rode the 250R and wasn't all that impressed. Comes down to personal choice though.

**Headbanger** · 28th March 2010, 16:57

I wouldn't buy one under any circumstances, there are better bikes no matter what your budget is.

**onearmedbandit** · 28th March 2010, 17:06

What's your budget?
Are you buying new or used?
What's your style of riding?
What actually appeals to you about the Hyosungs you've seen so far?
How long do you intend to keep it?