2008 Hyosung

[Radar]

Post here if you have info on new Hyo's.

So far this is what I have:
http://www.cycletrader.com/find/listing/2008-HYOSUNG-GT250R-89679942

100MPH, 106 MPG, two year limited warranty - unlimited kilometres

Not entirely convinced that the above bike is a 2008 model since I cannot see 2008's here: http://www.hyosung.com.au/Products.html
or here: http://www.hyosung.com.au/News.html

[edit] Looks like the new line up will include a 1200 cc model:
http://www.korider.com/forum/modules.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=3260

[DingoZ]

2008 Hyo's

Two tone paint work
6 speed box
Fuel Injection
250's and 650's only
Not heard anything regarding a 1200 version

I have a 2008 Preview model. Only difference between the 07's and 08's are the above......still going to have all the same regular features

[TOTO]

looks like they dont have much newer stuff from 2007. I wanna see a green colour.

[Radar]

2008 Hyo's

Two tone paint work


Close to 2008, but it was actually late 2007.
From: http://www.hyosung.com.au/News/Two-tone-GT250Rs-now-on-sale.html

Two-tone GT250Rs now on sale - 27 Nov 2007

Australia’s top-selling 250cc roadbike, the Hyosung GT250R, is now available in two new striking two-tone colours: red/black and silver/black.

Consumers now have the choice of five colours for the GT250R, with the two-tone incarnations joining the three solid paint schemes: yellow, red and black.

[BiK3RChiK]

Mine is 2008...

[Gubb]

2008 Hyo's

Two tone paint work
6 speed box
Fuel Injection
250's and 650's only
Not heard anything regarding a 1200 version

I have a 2008 Preview model. Only difference between the 07's and 08's are the above......still going to have all the same regular features

The '08 models here aren't Fuel Injected, they still have Carby's.
The FI models went to Australia, but not here, the '09 should be Fuel Injected.

[Radar]

Mine is 2008...
http://pages.quicksilver.net.nz/paua/DSCF3163.JPG


:apumpin: Awesome photo! :first:

[Gubb]

Sorry Bik3r, but that's an '07, it may have been registered in '08 though, the '08 models have two-tone fairings.

[BiK3RChiK]

:apumpin: Awesome photo! :first:

Gee... ta. The bike rocks too! :rockon:

M

[YellowDog]

Was tempted, but preferred to stay with a standard recognised Jap brand. They haven't been out long enough to find out how good they are from a long term perspective.

Good looking bikes plus pretty good write-ups.

[Radar]

Was tempted, but preferred to stay with a standard recognised Jap brand. They haven't been out long enough to find out how good they are from a long term perspective.

Good looking bikes plus pretty good write-ups.

Maybe not in NZ but Hyosung was the official motorcycle of the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul, and Hyo started 30 years ago.

[YellowDog]

Yes, I do see what you are saying. I looked at the 650 Cruiser. Nice bike, but was put off by silly things like a rear Drum brake rather than a disc. I also thought that the Boulevard was worth paying a little more for. Didn't buy either in the end.

[Radar]

Yes, I do see what you are saying. I looked at the 650 Cruiser. Nice bike, but was put off by silly things like a rear Drum brake rather than a disc. I also thought that the Boulevard was worth paying a little more for. Didn't buy either in the end.

You sure about the drum brake? None of the reviews or specs mention this. See:
http://www.bikez.com/motorcycles/hyosung_gv650_aquila_-_gv650_cruiser_2007.php

If there is little difference in price, I can understand wanting to go for a Boulevard since they have greater brand recognition.

[BiK3RChiK]

Sorry Bik3r, but that's an '07, it may have been registered in '08 though, the '08 models have two-tone fairings.

Yeah, 'tiz... but as you say imported and reg'd 08... I got one of the last lost of solid colours to be imported. I don't like the two-tone colours as much.

M

[DingoZ]

Close to 2008, but it was actually late 2007.
From: http://www.hyosung.com.au/News/Two-tone-GT250Rs-now-on-sale.html

Two-tone GT250Rs now on sale - 27 Nov 2007

Australia’s top-selling 250cc roadbike, the Hyosung GT250R, is now available in two new striking two-tone colours: red/black and silver/black.

Consumers now have the choice of five colours for the GT250R, with the two-tone incarnations joining the three solid paint schemes: yellow, red and black.

THATS WHY I SAID IT WAS A PREVIEW MODEL.....



The '08 models here aren't Fuel Injected, they still have Carby's.
The FI models went to Australia, but not here, the '09 should be Fuel Injected.

Will be released in 09, but will be 08 versions. NZ is two years behind on the distribution list. Nz might not even see them until 2010. If at all


Sorry Bik3r, but that's an '07, it may have been registered in '08 though, the '08 models have two-tone fairings.



Not all of the 08 models are two toned. Is an option. They will still have the solid colours as well.

[Radar]

THATS WHY I SAID IT WAS A PREVIEW MODEL.....


Well I dunno what a preview model is, not even now. :innocent: Educate me...

[DingoZ]

Well I dunno what a preview model is, not even now. :innocent: Educate me...

A teaser. A look at what One of the New Colour Schemes are going to be like, before they are actually released... In otherwords a late 07 model with the 08 feature off the colour scheme only ....Does that make it any clearer

[Rev DJ]

Eh? now I'm confused - so does that give you fuel injection? Cheers DJ

[DingoZ]

Eh? now I'm confused - so does that give you fuel injection? Cheers DJ

Nope not fuel injected. As indicated in one of the above posts - not happening in Nz for a while.

Two tone paint scheme is the only 08 feature....

Shoulda pointed that one out in my above post....I'll edit it now

[placidfemme]

The 2008 Hysoung GT250R's are the two tone (Red/Black & Silver/Black).

The 2008 Hysoung GT250R's have only "5" gears, not 6.

They are not fuel injected.

They use 41mm USD (Upside down) forks, which are really only 3mm off the superbikes (600cc and most USD fork bikes).

Realistically your looking at only about 160kph MAX top end speed.

With the 17L fuel tank, 4L are for reserve. You should get approx 450km riding at road legal speeds (ie: 105kp/h in a 100kph zone).

NZ dealers only offer 1 year warranty. Hysoung only warranty for 1yr, the Aussies have off thier own bats added another year at the local dealers own expense. However, most dealers can sell you extended warrantees if you feel you need them.

:2thumbsup:wari::2thumbsup

[Radar]

Info and pic for the 2008 GT650X is here:

http://www.korider.com/forum/index.php

"The technology is also a step up over current 650 Hyos. The 650X has radial mounted brakes and a stiffer frame and swing arm than the GT's. As with all 650 machines it has fuel injection which improved power and fuel efficiency."


:niceone: And be sure to have a listen to the Screaming Demon exhaust on the YouTube video - turn up your speakers!

[Dodger]

Info and pic for the 2008 GT650X is here

But you wont be able to buy these in NZ :crybaby:

[HungusMaximist]

Man, I just can't believe some of the parts people chuck on their Hyos.

Sure, it may look impressive but it isn't making it go any faster! :msn-wink:

Though I do have to say Hyosungs are here to stay and it's good to see that they're expanding their market with Supermotos and Stree fighter 650s.

[Gubb]

Man, I just can't believe some of the parts people chuck on their Hyos.

Sure, it may look impressive but it isn't making it go any faster! :msn-wink:

Nice try, Troll-boy.

[Radar]

Man, I just can't believe some of the parts people chuck on their Hyos.

Sure, it may look impressive but it isn't making it go any faster! :msn-wink:


With nearly any bike - or cage - some people like adding and modifying. Its their money so why not spend it the way they want? As far as performance with aftermarket pipe(s) there can be some improved performance (4% is claimed by GoFastLoudly) but mostly I think it just sounds better/louder. Personally I'd rather save money by not modifying a 250 since I will upgrade soon but other bikers (who may have their bike for 2 years or more) think differently so be it.

Hey - I started this thread but now we are: :Offtopic:
so lets stick to what's new on the 2008 Hyo's.