GPX-250 vs GT250R

**WarlockNZ** · 2nd July 2007, 16:54

I just had to stop by and beat Fubar to a Hyosung debate

As you can probably tell, I own the hobag (yes even we call them that) and yes, i've had some problems, not one of which has cost me a cent to fix.

The GTR is the most popular selling bike (in its class) in both NZ and OZ, sales figures on the brand in OZ increased 315% over 6 months.

Yes, it's a full sized bike, it's meant to be, in fact after i took the 250 label off the side for some custom decals, people think i'm joking when i say it's only a 250. The gtr is a good bike entry level ride and so is the GPX, but i'm sure they have faults as well.

You need to consider a few things before you buy any bike; what is it going to be used for?, will i get a numb ass if i ride for longer then 4 hours?, am i comfortable on it?, can i handle the bike, not just in speed by in weight.

It just common sense really, buy the bike that is right for you and that fits you, if you don't you will find yourself with a bike you never ride because your not comfortable with it. and wheres the fun in that ??

**marioc** · 2nd July 2007, 19:03

Thanks for the advice guys this place is a goldmine.
I have decided that I really should get my bhs and Learners first so that I can test ride a few and really find the one I like.
I assume you can test ride on your learners?

**delusionz** · 2nd July 2007, 20:11

Originally Posted by marioc

Thanks for the advice guys this place is a goldmine.
I have decided that I really should get my bhs and Learners first so that I can test ride a few and really find the one I like.
I assume you can test ride on your learners?

Yeah learners should be all good. Motorcycle dealers understand the need to try before you buy. You just have to sign a form saying you're liable for a huge excess if you fuck it and don't buy it.

**Fub@r** · 3rd July 2007, 23:47

Originally Posted by WarlockNZ

I just had to stop by and beat Fubar to a Hyosung debate

You calling me slow Warlock

Each to their own, like with most other Hyo riders I would rather have a new bike that hasn't been dropped, thrashed and generally well worn for the price of a new Hyo.

Oh wow a Honda can do 180kph........the Hyo can do close to 170kph, both of which are loss of license speeds so whats the difference.

Thing for me its a cheap new bike, that has good looks, sounds good (with some holes drilled), its new and gives far better fuel consumption than your VTR, CBR's etc. It meets all my requirements

I would rather that than get a 14yr old thrashed and well worn CBR for the same price that will need new discs at its next warrant

**WarlockNZ** · 4th July 2007, 13:21

I couldn't have put it better myself.

**Pancakes** · 4th July 2007, 20:14

Agreed, It's what I bought not what I dream about but can't complain. It's a reliable affordable smile on my dial everyday.

**zeocen** · 5th July 2007, 00:35

Usually what you dream about is higher than a 250, the ones we've got now are practice time for when we get to our dreams :P

**delusionz** · 5th July 2007, 02:09

Orange Ninja 636 for me

**Pancakes** · 7th July 2007, 20:38

Mmmmm, glad I don't have any money or I'd have to choose! KTM Superduke would be shits and giggles (and then more shits and heaps more giggles!) all over the place. Not the fastest bike out but what a toy! Buell Lightning thingy for those rim mounted discs and all the innovation (but some bits of them look too plasticy).

NUMBER 1! The sexiest sounding bike in the world! The MV Augusta F4 - 1000R.

http://www.mvagusta.it/_vti_g2_ver.a...=98&rpstry=27_

**WarlockNZ** · 7th July 2007, 20:47

Originally Posted by Pancakes

Mmmmm, glad I don't have any money or I'd have to choose! KTM Superduke would be shits and giggles (and then more shits and heaps more giggles!) all over the place. Not the fastest bike out but what a toy! Buell Lightning thingy for those rim mounted discs and all the innovation (but some bits of them look too plasticy).

NUMBER 1! The sexiest sounding bike in the world! The MV Augusta F4 - 1000R.

http://www.mvagusta.it/_vti_g2_ver.a...=98&rpstry=27_

Dude ... so off topic i don't even know where to start!.

in my opinion the GTR is the better bike .. i don't know anyone that has ridden one that has not liked the ride.

**Pancakes** · 7th July 2007, 21:08

Sorry! I try to control myself, am pretty "off topic" in real life sometimes too, there was a Whenuapai/Hobsonville contingent on the ATNR last week, I try to go each fortnight, you should come out Warlock.

Sorry, back on topic now!

Yeah, I like my bike, the handling is fine and thats pretty important for me over power (did I say that!?), can't use power if you can't get it down a. Nice size too, good for regular use, not just sunny weekend days etc.

**bull** · 7th July 2007, 21:16

Yep lovin my Hyosung too - great to commute on, great fun for me as learner going up and down Rimutakas, and pretty damn good on the gas too. I was lucky tho i suppose, walked into TSS here in Lower Hutt and asked for one, had never sat on one but loved the look and the share size of the big 250. After riding it now since November last year, it stills makes me smile as much as the first day i rode it.

**marioc** · 19th July 2007, 16:00

Yehaa I have my Bandit...and also my first couple of bins lol.
Nothing much just a couple of low speed flops and twisting the throttle the wrong way.
Feels like I am flying havnt even revved her past 8 grand yet.