Hyosung GV250 reviews

I got this bike for my wife after finding that the Honda Rebel 250 just wasn't able to perform well on the highway. It's a real crusier - keeps up on the highway with no problems. We are very happy with our Hyosung 250. Show less

After over 4500 miles, the only problem that I have had with this bike is that the front brake hose covering has cracked from too much sun exposure. Not the brake hose itself but the protective hose over the brake hose. Otherwise the machine has been an excellent commuter bike. I travel 62 miles r/t daily in rain or shine and this bike has performed better than I ever expected. It has good accelleration, looks good, nice balance and good brakes. I average 61 mpg. And this baby will cruise at 70 mph with a very smooth ride. I bought it new in February of 2007 and haven't regretted it. The longest one day trip I have taken on it is 91 miles and it will keep right up with the traffic. It rides well with two up also, more than you would expect from a 250cc. This is a great commuter bike or starter bike. It will get you from A to Z in comfort and style on either city street or highway. And your Harley friends won't be embarassed when you ride with them. Show less

I am a new rider, but I have to say, after riding my bike for a week, I am impressed. It handles so easily with plenty of pick-up and tons of looks. I think I am going to be keeping this bike for a long time. I do believe it is perfect for beginners as well as veterans. My stepson rides a 1300cc Harley Davidson and he rode my GV250 home for me. He was really surprised at the power it has for a small bike. It does have the big bike feel. I can't wait to ride it tomorrow. Once again, WoW!!! Show less

I just bought an Aquila last week, it had 22 miles on it. I am short and it is at a perfect height for me. It is very comfortable for me. The bike's engine is formidable for a 250. I have had Honda 500s, a Yamaha Virago 535, and a 4 cylinder Honda 650. This bike beats them all except for the 650. This bike has plenty of power and a two year warranty. Unless you want to drive around at 100 mph, this bike is hard to beat. Show less

I recently purchased my 2006 GV250 from a dealership near my home. The owner of the store highly recommended it to me and I must say it a great bike. I was looking for a stylish cruiser, decent engine and great price and found it all in the GV250. The engine revs a litte high when you are cruising but overall is not too bad. The get up and go is great and far better than the Ninja 250 I was looking at buying. The only thing I wish was better was the chrome as it is mostly plastic but the aluminim wheels made up for it. All in all this is a great bike. Light, easy to handle, quick for a 250 and looks like a far more expensive bike than what it is. Get lots of good comments on it. Show less

I bought this bike last year, although I had a fuel pump problem with it that was repaired under warranty, I have had no other problems. It rides well and has lots of power for a 250. I strongly recommend a windshield for it. My wife plans to ride to work with me this year she likes it so much. Just an overall great little bike. Show less

I purchased my GV250 in Olympia, WA. in February of this year 2007. I use it to commute 62 miles round trip daily to work. I have 40 miles of highway and 22 of city/country riding. The GV250 is just enough to provide me a comfortable ride and great gas economy (65-67 mpg). The bike is still in the break-in mileage and has performed just as I expected a small displacement cruiser to perform. It has carried me through torrential rain with no problems. And the bike looks good too. The styling is clean and sharp. People are surprised to discover that is only a 250c.c. My dealer knows Hyosung and did a great job of assembly and the first 500 mile service. The GV250 is a little sluggish going up hill. I have a steep section of highway on my way home that drops my speed from 60 to 50 mph. But once the break-in is complete I immagine that that will change for the better when I can use full throttle. Show less

The GV250 is the best looking and heaviest bike in its class. I have not ridden since college so my experience is a bit limited but I do believe that this bike would have eaten up my old Triumph Tiger. The acceleration is suprising and I have no touble keeping ahead of traffic and it is pretty comfortable at 70 which it seems it will do all day. I bought it as a trainer but I am so pleased with it I have decided to keep it and bought the wife one too. Show less

I bought a used (1000 mi) '05 GV 250 for my wife as a starter bike (she will probably keep it indefinitely because it's so light to handle) and am very impressed with this 250! I've owned and ridden bikes for 38 years and I can honestly say this bike is extremely well made, stylish, handles well, and has a fun factor not associated with any other small displacement bike. Hyosung seems to have put a lot more effort into their 250 than the four major Japanese companies. The engine runs really strong for a 250 and has very little mechanical noise. It invites you to wind it up (7000,8000,9000 rpms) and cruise away. Definitely a BIG bang for the buck! Show less

I bought this bike last summer and have enjoyed every minute on it. The bike is comfortable, very lightweight and sharp looking. I get asked about the size and look of the bike everywhere I go. I definitely recommend this bike. Show less