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For those who may be looking for a budget-spec sports 600, the Korean-made Hyosung GT650R looks like a good bet. Well, at least it does on paper. But does it measure up in the real world? Here are some excerpts from Motomag’s riding impression of the bike:
On paper, the Korean bike provokes enthusiasm. But in the real world… things turn out to be a bit different. Close up, the bike looks and feels cheaply put together and lacks refinement. On the move, it quickly informs you of its dynamic limits. The suspension simply isn’t very good and the bike doesn’t feel stable in bends. Also, the engine’s fuel-injection system needs more work – throttle response is inconsistent and getting on and off the throttle at higher revs can be jerky.
The Hyosung GT650R isn’t exactly terrible, but it’s simply not in the same league as, say, a Suzuki SV650 or Kawasaki ER-6. To sum up, the bike, which is barely 100 euros cheaper than an SV650, isn’t worth it. This verdict may seem harsh, but in a market where competition is strong, the Hyosung simply doesn’t have any special talents to recommend its case.
Hyosung GT650R: Tech Specs
Engine: Liquid-cooled, 8-valve, DOHC, 90-degree, 647cc v-twin
Power and Torque: 82bhp at 9,000rpm, 61Nm at 7,600rpm
Transmission: Six-speed
Brakes: Twin 300mm discs (front), single 240mm disc (front)
Dry weight: 191kg
Price: € 5,490
7 comments:
Wrong !!
Disappointing review, I would of thought an experienced reviewer would be less bias. This is the type of negative enthusiasm that lets consumers down and not willing to try the cheaper or unknown brands. Basically it comes down too, if you do not ride a Yamaha, Honda or Kawasaki the rest is rubbish. Where is the spirit of motorcycling and riding regardless of the bike brand and the brand of riding clothes you wear ? Forgive my rant, but it is typical of people rubbishing the unknown or something new and different.
Having ridden a GT650R for the past year, I have nothing but praise for it. Yes, it might look a bit more cheap than a Suzuki or a Kawasaki, but it certainly holds its own against them.
Hyosung have made a damn good effort at bringing out a good competing bike for the big bike brands.
Acceleration, speed and handling are good in comparison to other bikes (I've ridden and owned: GSX-R 750, Katana, GPZ 750 as well as a few other larger touring bikes).
Give Hyosung a chance, take it for a test ride... you'll be surprised.
How can you honestly say anything about the bike if you haven't been on one? I'll chalk this up to knob rubbing of his favorite bikes.
Get off of the paper and on the bike please. I've reado several reviews of the GT650R being compared along side the Suzuki SV650 and aside from the handling due to the longer body of the bike and weight, it seems to be on point with the pricing.
Considering a Hyosung is barely cheaper than a SV650, and far crappier, I would say his review is pretty accurate.
From afar the bike looks decent, but once you get closer you notice all the small things. The bolts start rusting quite soon and the fairings look like something from walmart.
Don't even get me started with the engine and suspension. The suspension needs to be trashed if you plan to do anything more than commute or do some light curves. The suspension is too unpredictable for my comfort.
Same with the engine. I expect a linear feel from an engine. This is 2009, and jerky fueling like the TL1000 had isn't really acceptable anymore.
For the insignificant price difference between this an the SV650, and the huge quality difference, the choice is pretty obvious.
if its anything like the 2009 hyosung gt650r. this review is completely accurate!!
I have the UM version of this bike and I love it. I owned a GSXR 750 and this bike is just as fun. I took this bike to the drag strip and whipped a few "high end" bikes. A SV650 can't touch it off the line and top end. So when someone says that this bike is cheap, they don't know anything about the bike. I would like the haters to think for a minute. If you had 40 plus years to build bikes ( Honda, Yamaha etc.) then a newcomer enters the game why not help them instead of trash them. A good example is Hyundai. In the early 80's it was a bucket car. now it has automakers like BMW and Lexus worried. Think about that..
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