Kawasaki ninja 250r vs Hyosung gt250r

[jcupit69]

I was all set to buy a new ninja 250 as a first bike. I rode the hyosung and was impressed as it was smooth and easy to ride but could see myself being bored by it before it's time to upgrade to a bigger bike. Looking at the specs for the new ninja 250 tho, it is visually very appealling but is basically the same as the older version. Except it's a a two stroke. I rode a '92 honda cb250rr and it would leave the hyosung for dead, and was faster and easier to handle than the Kawa gpx250 I rode today which makes me think its probably better than the new ninja too. Am gonna go with the honda and get the REAL ninja when I'm ready for it

TWO STROKE????? none of the ninjas are 2strokes?!?!?!? none of the bikes your even talking about are 2strokes?!?!?!?!?!

[Kittyhawk]

Back to the thread. Buy a nice bike and look after it like your life depends on it (what a coincidence)

ROFL we will agree to disagree

[Damantis]

TWO STROKE????? none of the ninjas are 2strokes?!?!?!? none of the bikes your even talking about are 2strokes?!?!?!?!?!

The new '08 ninja 250 IS a 2 stroke. Got my cbr 250rr yesterday, am well aware it's a 4 stroke, as is the kawa gpx. My point was that while the new ninja 250 is a lovely machine, It's still a 2 stroke. I'd be interesed to know the difference in lap times between the new baby-ninja and some older 4 stroke sportsbikes like the old ninja/gpx and my bike. I haven't ridden the new ninja tho am sure it's a nice bike

[cowboyz]

no it is not.

[Damantis]

2 cylinders?

[cowboyz]

oh for fucks sake.

someone else can use their time explaining it to you.

[Damantis]

Sorry, my bad. Have just looked at the website and was wrong Just an ignorant newbie here.

[yod]

read

http://www.carbibles.com/fuel_engine_bible.html

[MidnightMike]

Just some words from the Dealer:

[LIST][*]GT250R has more torque since its a V-twin

They are basically the same thing EJ, infact Kawasaki ER6Ns actually produce more torque than the suzuki SV650s. (both are the same cc)

Well I've raced CBR250RR's, and they rock.

The GPX and the Hyosung are quite a bit behind the CBR and ZXR in terms of performance and handling.

On the race track I've ridden 600's and spent a day on a Hayabusa at Taupo. The CBR250 is as fun as any of them as long as you've got people to dice with. In fact I had the most fun with the least stress on the CBR on the track. I've had my full licence for ages and it's still my pick of the road bikes too. Way better at lane splitting safely than the modern 600's, it just turns in so quickly so you can dodge people trying to kill you.

With regards to the VTwin being any more powerful than an inline twin, I don't really think it would make a difference. Comes down to weight of the bikes, and quality of build, and obviously appearance. I think the Hyo looks alright to the uninitiated, so if you want to trick people thats the bike to get. But the Kawasaki would be a better build, lighter and easier to turn I reckon, and probably quicker.

Finally someone with some sense.

My response to all of this how many GPX riders have people complimenting you on your bike?

Had one today on the Nelson Street offramp. Pulled to the front of the queue, this guy then moves up beside me. I thought he was just pissed that I had moved in front of him and was about to have a go at him, when he wound down his window and complimented me on how the bike looks and how do I find it to ride

So do you base bikes you buy on 'poser value'?

Things i like about the hyosung
- large size bike, better suited for taller riders
- digital display
- dual front disc brakes
- tank snugs up towards chest feels more stable

Those digital displays are shite. Its like they made a giant korean watch, ripped off the straps and mounted onboard the homobags.

[placidfemme]

Correct me if I am wrong but I was under the impression that the carb version weighs slightly less, and has a little bit more power than the fuel injected one. That being the case, then how is the fuel injected one faster?

"Everyone" knows that the new Ninja and the GPX are basicly exactly the same bike apart from minor details such as bigger wheels, a different suspension, better brakes, different engine, different instruments and a more modern look. That being the case, if you didn't want the GPX you sure as hell wouldn't want to fork out $1000 more for the new Ninja! Especially since a bike of impeccable quality like the Hyosung is available for just a few $ more, hell, the Hyosung even probably has cheaper parts and servicing than the Kawasaki! (Who cares about reliability, quality and 2 year vs 1 year warranty...)

Could we just hear from some people who have actually ridden both bikes? They seem few and far between, unlike people who have big mouths and know little and are thick on the ground...

Are you talking about me in your above rant? I work for the #1 Kawasaki and Hyosung dealer in NZ. And your telling me how it goes?

[Iain]

I work for the #1 Kawasaki and Hyosung dealer in NZ.

How have the sales of GT250rs been since the introduction of the Ninja 250?

Iain

[placidfemme]

How have the sales of GT250rs been since the introduction of the Ninja 250?

Iain

Sales are still strong. Selling more Ninja 250s then the Hyosungs at the moment (selling them faster than we can bring them in... already have over 20 on backorder). But the Hyosungs still hold thier own, mainly for the bigger (as in taller) riders.

[Damantis]

I cant wait to meet a hyosung gt250 or even an 08 ninja250 at the lights! Having test ridden the ho-bag and lusted after the ninja, will be interesting to see if I've made a good choice for my first bike . . . better not talk myself up though cos I'm probably about due for an off!

[cowboyz]

because you will kain it off the lights and might even get maybe a 5 or 6 metre jump and arrive at the cafe 10km down the road 0.0003 seconds faster. The service in Alkd isnt that great.

[Gubb]

I forgot about this. I just about fell out of my chair *again* laughing at the 2 Stroke bit.