Thoughts on Hyosung gt250R

[henry]

I had one earlier this year. It was a lot of fun until I remembered how to ride and needed more horse power.

They're a big bike which is good because it feels like you're riding a real bike rather than a scooter. You've got a big wide tank between your legs and plenty of room. But that also means they are heavy which means they're not very fast so you have to push them to keep up with the big boys. That's fine (it'll cruise at 130 ok) until the road gets bumpy and then the shit suspension kicks in. On mine the rear was way too hard, I've still got bruised kidneys, and the front has a hard time keeping the wheel on the road. This is probably why people complain about the tyres. I never had any problems with the tyres.

The riding position is sporty so it isn't very comfortable. Not as bad as my current bike, but there is still a lot of weight on your wrists. You get used to that though. Passenger comfort is crap too. I had my girl friend on the back plenty of times but it wasn't great for either of us. But then compared to my current bike...

The power delivery is smooth and predictable, there just isn't much of it so you still have to keep the revs up in the twisties. You will not be dragging off WRXs.

Remember they are a cheap bike and you get what you pay for. The build quality isn't great but they are probably the most interesting 250 on the market at the moment. They look good, sound great and are a heap of fun.

If I had it to do all over again would I get a Hyosung? Yes. If you ask me what bike you should buy I'd say a VTR 250.

[DingoZ]

Comfort wise is okay. I've done a few 1000+km rides and have not had a worry with the comfort factor.

[Renegade]

i had my 06 GT250R for two years, did 9000km on it and NEVER had a single fault with it.

People say be wary of the cost fairings etc if you drop it, but if you get a red or black one then the fairings are cheap to replace through richardhyosung.com.

I got a new clip-on, front indicators, mufffler and front mudgaurd delivered on my doorstep within 4 days from korea all for $400 after a little drop.

Never get parts through hyosung nz, they suck!!!!

I travelled up the north island and back on mine and it was sweet as on the highway.

Admitedly the build quality aint the best and the suspension aint the flashest, the tyres are fine until they get to the last third of their life then they get a bit hairy.

I just sold it for $4500, i wanted $5K for it but hey i want a buell NOW.

If the bike does it for you when you look at it and ride it then buy a second hand one with low kms, but pay under $6k for it and make sure its had all its services.

You will sell it in 18 months but will stand in good stead after learning the basics on this easy to ride bike.

[BiK3RChiK]

I like mine.

Having said that, I have had a few issues with it... but, then, I bought it new so it's still under warranty and so far, have just taken it back and said 'fix it'.

Really, the best advice is, go and test ride anything and everything and see what suits you.

[Maki]

I like mine.

Having said that, I have had a few issues with it... but, then, I bought it new so it's still under warranty and so far, have just taken it back and said 'fix it'.

Really, the best advice is, go and test ride anything and everything and see what suits you.

The problem with that is that a noob has his hands full just negotiating traffic. I took this advice to heart and the first time I rode in traffic was test riding a bike in rush hour traffic in lower Hutt. It wasn't really a great idea...