Touring on a Hyosung 250GT

[skelstar]

I own a Hyosung 250GT Comet. It nuts along reasonably well and doesnt shame itself to badly on the weekend rides (so far). I am planning to do a southisland trip around Xmas time and I am wondering what issues Im going to have riding a small bike like my own. In theory I could pay mega-bucks and CBTA my way to a bigger bike by Xmas but im enjoying getting 25km/L on a 'fast' day. Besides, I bought the bike new and I like having a new bike.

So what do people think?
- Im likely to be happy riding at 110-120km/h on the open road.
- happy to wait for a passing opportunity.
- not wanting to traverse the island in a day or anything.
- ...and Im 5'10" tall/short and find the bike quite comfortable.

Thanks in advance.

[Jonty]

Personally i think you will be fine. The only reason I didn't tour on the ZXR was that it would nearly cripple me after 100km. If you are comfortable on it and you get set up with a pack rack or similar (don't wear a back pack if it is heavy) you chould be fine.

[poorbastard]

Depends alot on whether you think you are ready for a larger bike I would say. If your happy with the bike I would say it would be fine. I am hoping to do that same sort of trip sometime.

[duckman]

I toured allllllllll round the country on a VT250 and it never bothered me.

I'd imagine the Comet will do just fine.

[sir.pratt]

I'd be looking at an AA membership - I would take one for a tour even though I can fix stuff

[John]

You said "Nuts" your so "black" and with it, dont "nut" ON the bike though, tis a bitch to clean.

But seriously, you will tour fine, if your wrists get to sore - maybe look at some new renthals/riser or sumin?
as for your fuel, feel lucky - I get 15km/l, but thats due to mods.

[Oakie]

You'll be fine. Sounds like you've worked out a riding strategy that suits you and the bike. Just remember to throw in the odd break every now and then.
The AA membership is a great idea ... even if only for peace of mind. Cell phone is not a bad idea either. With the kilometres you're talking about, be sure to get a quick mechanical once over before you leave.
Have fun.

[Kickaha]

So what do people think?

Do it! Celtic sea lily did a South Island tour earlier this year on her CB250RS with no problems at all http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...t=south+island

[skelstar]

Thanks for the feedback guys.
- the bike is a sports-tourer so the bars are quite high and comfy already.
- CSL's trip does look good. Obviously no problem with the size of her bike (early on anyway).
- I have investigated the AA option. Bit of a premium to reap benefits of fuel delivery etc but should be good 'insurance'.

[badlieutenant]

youll have no problem on that bike mate. I dont know how reliable they are but it didnt look to have too much trickery that might fail you. And you'll be able to cover a fair number of K's before you feel to sore. Nice looking bike btw.

[skelstar]

youll have no problem on that bike mate. I dont know how reliable they are but it didnt look to have too much trickery that might fail you. And you'll be able to cover a fair number of K's before you feel to sore. Nice looking bike btw.

Thanks dude. Did I see you and Velox on the hill today? Those road works are pissing me off royally at the moment.

[badlieutenant]

eeer did we miss you ? sorry if we did mate, there was a 636 there as well but he was trying to keep some rubber for the track day.
was an awesome day for it. Had a nice lunch in martinborough after popping into see stoney. If it was early in the afternoon dafe was out there to. Nice sound those vtwins

[James Deuce]

As I already said, stop being an old woman and get on with it. I've done Northland and the Waikato on a Kawasaki CSR250 (like a GN, but 25HP and no brakes), and the whole North Island on an RG250, mostly commuting from Auckland to Wellington and back for 3 months, but with the odd side trip thrown in, and I had a ball on both bikes.

The Hyosung is still quicker up to 100km/hr than 80% of vehicles on NZ's roads, and probably quicker to 120 than 70% of vehicles.

Just DO IT. Stop the tremulous blather and RIDE the damn thing.

It's a very nice bike, and you're a good rider. You'll have no dramas, other than those the motorcycling gods feel fit to bestow upon thee.

[badlieutenant]

watch out for those big white posts tho ............

[LB]

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Like they all say above, you'll be fine. It's not about roaring round at 200kph (well, it isn't for me though now I think about it I do know some guys who do that........). It's about enjoying the wonderful scenery, the magic roads, and the lovely Southern hospitality.

Go for it.
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