Hyosung or Ninja as a learner's bike?

[NJ001]

Hi Guys

I am new to this forum. I know this question has been asked quite a few times on the Internet; however, most of the queries relate to the old models. I am looking to buy a new Learner's bike and am divided between Hyosung GT250RN or Ninja 250. Is their any specific technological advantage for one over another? I know I have to go for the one that I feel comfortable. Ninja seems more comfy for my height (5'7"). Hyosung has a more heavy feel, but I guess it might go away with time. I haven't ridden bikes for 7 years and am like a fresher.
Should there be anything to look for before I buy. The Hyosung dealer said it would be more easy of a transition from Hyosung to a bigger bike than Ninja and that Ninja's engine is like from 1986. Ninja is slightly expensive and i must be sure it is a good use of my money. Will I have problems graduating to bigger bikes in future with Ninja?
Thanks for any suggestions.

NJ001

[tri boy]

Both are good learner bikes.
Just remember to buy good quality riding gear.
Get the dealer to cut a sharp deal on helmet etc at time of purchace.
MHO

[Spearfish]

Take them both for a ride if you can, one of the bike mags had a comparison test not so long ago.

Motorcycle trader and news, October 2010.....Page 60.
The one with the Ducati cruiser custom on the front.

[DMNTD:Me]

Hi Guys

I am new to this forum. I know this question has been asked quite a few times on the Internet; however, most of the queries relate to the old models. I am looking to buy a new Learner's bike and am divided between Hyosung GT250RN or Ninja 250. Is their any specific technological advantage for one over another? I know I have to go for the one that I feel comfortable. Ninja seems more comfy for my height (5'7"). Hyosung has a more heavy feel, but I guess it might go away with time. I haven't ridden bikes for 7 years and am like a fresher.
Should there be anything to look for before I buy. The Hyosung dealer said it would be more easy of a transition from Hyosung to a bigger bike than Ninja and that Ninja's engine is like from 1986. Ninja is slightly expensive and i must be sure it is a good use of my money. Will I have problems graduating to bigger bikes in future with Ninja?
Thanks for any suggestions.

NJ001

Definitely buy the most "natural feeling" bike for you. Both are great units and have their own merits.
I/we have a demo of each if you're keen...we're down in Tauranga.
PM me if you have any queries

[matdaymon]

I've ridden an older Ninja and then my 05 GT250 one after the other. Noticed the Ninja felt a lot less torquey and needed to be revved more than the Hyosung and it felt less stable in slow speed turns.

I put that down to the differences between the handlebars and the engines, clip on style and further forward position on the Kawa to the more upright on the Hyo and Parallel twin vs V-Twin. The Hyo now has clip ons though and is comparable to the ninja in the slow speed turns, but as you said feels a lot heavier. Personally I like the heavier feel but that is just my personal preference.

With aftermarket exhausts on both the ninja wins hands down in the sound off. They sound great with twin exhausts.

[Spearfish]

this could help or hinder

[Muppet]

I'd buy the Ninja for re-sale and reliability. Don't trust names like Hyosung, or Shinko tyres for that matter!

[jaffaonajappa]

Id buy the new Honda CBR if it was me.....and im not really a Honda fan.

[4AGE]

Yeah, take a new CBR for a ride if you are buying brand new.

[sil3nt]

Ninja engine might be old but still shits all over Hyosung so don't know what that dealer was on about!

[racefactory]

Ninja suspension is fucking shocking.

[GrayWolf]

Hi Guys

I am new to this forum. I know this question has been asked quite a few times on the Internet; however, most of the queries relate to the old models. I am looking to buy a new Learner's bike and am divided between Hyosung GT250RN or Ninja 250. Is their any specific technological advantage for one over another? I know I have to go for the one that I feel comfortable. Ninja seems more comfy for my height (5'7"). Hyosung has a more heavy feel, but I guess it might go away with time. I haven't ridden bikes for 7 years and am like a fresher.
Should there be anything to look for before I buy. The Hyosung dealer said it would be more easy of a transition from Hyosung to a bigger bike than Ninja and that Ninja's engine is like from 1986. Ninja is slightly expensive and i must be sure it is a good use of my money. Will I have problems graduating to bigger bikes in future with Ninja?
Thanks for any suggestions.

NJ001

I guess the advice you will get is going to be comparable to the age, bike size of those giving it,
Most learners (myself included at that time) will go for the fastest, coolest etc,,, reality is, the 2 bikes you mention, in REAL LIFE performance terms, there is nothing between them.... 5kph top speed, or .5 seconds over 1/4 mile mean FUCK ALL on the road. That is all avbout bragging rights. ride both, buy the one that feels right to you. Both have advntages over the other, both have disadvantages.

[Sable]

You're spending a shitload of money on something with drastically inferior performance and resale value compared to damn near anything else out there. Just my 5 cents.

[BuckBuck#1]

Yeah, take a new CBR for a ride if you are buying brand new.

Ditto

I had a 2009 Ninja 250R and was happy with it, and now they're fuel injected as well.

Last week saw the Honda CBR 250, go take a demo ride on the Honda too.

Ride as many different bikes as you can before deciding.

[NJ001]

Thanks guys!!! i guess i will ride all 3 before making a decision.. do u reckon it will be a harder transition from Ninja than Hyosung to bigger bikes? am i thinking too much here?
Also, I would be grateful id u can give some suggestions for shops in Akl for jackets n all?
Thanks again.. Much appreciated...