Re: Hyosung GT 250R

My ownership review after completing 100 KM. And the break-in continues at the snail's pace. No long rides planned yet, but some to come soon.

The bike is a looker, that is guaranteed. The obvious questions that you get from the onlookers is Ducati ??? Busa ??? Kitna deti hai ...? How much did it cost ?

The ride will take some time to get used to due to aggressive stance, I am getting used to it and found a sort of comfort zone, but work in progress.

About the bike: If you are 5'11", Look no further. The bike fits my requirement. Legs planted on the floor, the tuck in is just right and the long high contoured tank allows adequate support for comfort stance. The foot pegs are solid and the best part is the front pegs are spring loaded. Which allows me access to the kick out stand with a slight twist of the heel.

The paint job is nice, I feel another coat of transparent would have given it a bit more shine for that extra bling factor. The Transparent shield is nice and yet to be tested for its effectiveness, but is fingerprint prone, so a lot more polishing required.

The clip on handle and grips are perfect and well weighed for a heavy set bike.

Engine: Though I have been trying to keep the bike under the 4000 rpm mark which takes me to 60 kmph in the 5th gear. Even while limiting the RPM range, the bike feels rev happy and is eager to move to the higher bands. (God this requires a lot of patience). The engine idle's at around 2000 rpm mark and settles down to between 1k and 1.5 k rpm. The Fuel injection system pump I feel is a bit loud just before the start up and does startle a few nearby motorists during the red light breaks.

The heating issue is not as bad as folks have pointed it out. It is almost in the region of being a bit higher than the 500 cc thunderbird. Just that the airflow causes that to flow into the legs requires a bit getting used to.

I have been using Shell Unleaded Fuel and it is still on its first tank of fuel. So no mileage numbers.

RIDE and Suspension: The suspension is a bit harsh for Chennai's potted roads, which I feel is very nice setup for highway for the 20 odd km ride I took on the toll road. The front does soak up the bumps but the rear is stiff. The bike is planted and nice grip on the road. Thanks to the weight it inspires a the confidence.
The seats are stiff and on streets they just crack your bum up. Which is something that needs some solutioning. The Pillion seat is high and for the pillion rider needs a bit a getting used to.

My recommendation to folks considering the bike: It is a commitment. If you are a lazy bum who wants to know mileage and is asking for comfort features, look away. You have to be a committed biker, who is willing to learn how to ride, has the budget to invest and is willing to upgrade in next 2 to 3 years to a higher capacity sports bike. You have an aspiration to upgrade to a litre class.

Somethings that I would be changing: The horn sucks and the exhaust does not sound sporty enough. With the first service coming up, I feel the review would be continuous learning experience.

Apologies for no pictures, I have requested a friend to support, but his and mine office engagements are keeping us from getting the photo shoot on.

Some research details that can be used to prep up performance for GT250R / GT650R:

- Sofler exhaust or two brothers exhaust : costs in the region of 25K power increase that can expected 6%
- K&N Air filters : costs in the region of 4K Power increase that can expected 3%
- Higher octane fuel: Better throttle response and fuel burn. Some more research required.

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

I've owned a GT250R for almost three months now. And here's my opinion on it-

DESIGN & COMFORT-

The bike is extremely good looking. Attracts stares wherever it goes. This also may be somewhat of a minus point as i've had my bike dropped TWICE by unscrupulous individuals when parked at night. Absolutely love the riding posture, done 400+ km on it continuously and havent felt the slightest iota of discomfort. I have no idea why people complain about the Supersport riding posture, once you get used to it, you simply do not adjust to anything else.The seat may be on the harder side but that can be remedied.

CHASSIS,DAMPING-

The chassis is adequately stiff and is a rather well designed element. The long wheelbase definitely helps maintain stability. The suspension setup is tuned for normal weighted individuals though its on the slightly softer side. I weigh a little closer to 100kg than not I so had to get the rear shock preload adjusted( it carries a ring type adjuster,which is very good). The front is on the softer side and the nose dives a fair bit during heavy braking.

HANDLING & BRAKING-

Braking is very good. It comes to a complete standstill from 100 in a noticeably short distance. I personally liked it better than the ninja 250R. Stock brake pads aren't great. I've heard the EBC pads increase the brake power by almost 50%. The only niggle i had is that the pads wear really fast especially if one drives aggressively and that the feedback takes some time getting used to. The bike handles and tackles corners like a dream. Swift back to back cornering is possible but one needs to get very comfortable with the bike to do so. Stock tires are BAD, they don't grip any surface very well and skid quite easily.


ENGINE-

The response is amazing. Power delivery is linear but does leave one wishing for more.Make no mistake,this bike may not not be your preferred dragster but its no slouch either. Acceleration is acceptable with the bike hitting 100 in the under 10 second mark. The top speed is simply AMAZING. the manual mentions 140KPH but personally i've touched 160. Made it from Mangalore to Udupi in 1/2 an hour once ( a drive of around 65 KM). The gear ratios are slightly on the taller side. A simple sprocket change should boost acceleration without sacrificing much top speed.Also, the Engine DOES NOT heat up under most circumstances. The air+oil cooling system is very effective.

SPARES & SERVICE-

Spares are not cheap and will definitely break your bank. Servicing is reasonable,it comes to around 2.5k for the free service. Frequent consumables like filters,brake pads etc. are cheaper than the CBR/R15. The staff at Surfer's,Bangalore(Ulsoor and Jayanagar) is very courteous and quick to address one's issues. Service quality could do with some improvement and one is advised to manually inspect the bike at the end of each service. I had a few nuts loose and the chain was not tightened properly.

Overall, i feel the bike is VERY reliable.More than the RE-TB or the Duke 390 that i owned. Given a chance i'd buy it again( or save up for a 650).

Pics: uploading soon.

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

No update after 27-2-2015.

Don't do this people [emoji23]

My friend is making up dreams of getting a Hyosung 250. Are you guys still happy after long ownership time?

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

well This is last update of mine regarding my GT250R.

i sold the bike after using for 2 years and done 22,000 km. bike was excellent and trouble free , except 2 times when spark plug adapter issue in the begining and other one was rear shock was broken seal [replaced by DSK free].

now i feel i shouldn't have sold it, anyway now we have very very very reliable Yamaha R3 in the same price range, getting GT250R is not advisable

note: resale value is good [in India if something looks good, it sells good]

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I dont get you :P

you said "now i feel i shouldn't have sold it" and "getting GT250R is not advisable"

both are contradicting.. What is your stance. Actually i am looking fwd to buy a used GT250r.. obviously for the looks though

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thanks for the review. Pics please !

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thanks for the review. Pics please !

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

first part is --> i liked that bike , both its feel and presence on road
second part is --> reliability is big issue and heating prob in city, now we have R3/upcoming Honda 250RR /suzunki 250r so don't waste your money on Hyo

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Point Taken Nagoo ! Thanks !

Is honda 250rr & Suzuki 250r coming up for sure ?

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Hi guys, just wanted to know what are the stock tyres of GT250R and how do they perform in wet, dry and cornering?

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stock was shinko tyres, i found them excellent in both wet/dry condition

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

Hi folks,
After a good 2 years (well, almost) and 21k kilometers with my Honda CBR 150R, I am thinking of an upgrade.

I want an aggressive track bike for those weekend corner carving sessions in the hills and twisties.

My budget : ~2.3 lakhs.

I have been eyeing the RC390, but I slightly dislike it's looks and kinda hate the sound.
This is where the Hyosung comes in. But then it's heavy and lacks considerably in power and torque figures. I am now considering the service and spares cost as a deciding factor as my parents will be funding the service/repairs for at least a year until I qualify for a job.
Kindly recommend me whether I should go for this bike or stick to the RC in this regard.
Also, is the difference in fuel efficiency between the two huge? (I will be paying the fuel bills from my internship earnings, which are really tiny as of now.)

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

Stick to RC.
Get a slip-on to add character to the exhaust note.

Not only are parts costlier, but GT is a twin, so movable components are more too, hence more components for wear and tear.

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

Any particular make/model of exhaust you'd recommend? I've heard a couple of Dukes with IXILs on but am not a fan of the loud "braap" especially when the bike is redlined! It hurts the ears and I find it pretty annoying. Any exhaust that gives a sweeter sound is preferable! Otherwise I'll stick with the stock exhaust which isn't that hard to live with IMO.

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I particularly like MIVV Suono or Ghibli. Available to import from USA site: http://www.mnnthbx.com/ktm.html. They're pretty reasonable compared to Akras and sound pretty good.

Re: Hyosung GT 250R

As suggested, Mivv Ghibli. Cheaper (a bit) and better sounding IMHO than say, an Akrapovic!

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Checked the video in the description, I guess I'll just stick to the stock exhaust! 😂

Just for my knowledge, won't these exhausts require aftermarket air-filters and ECU remaps?