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2006 Hyosung GV650 Motorcycle reviews
Reliability
4.9
Overall quality
4.7
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.7
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Wayne
adelaide, South Carolina, Australia
Reviewed on October 25, 2009
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
I have had my Gv for 3 years now, having bought it new in Nov 06. Still love it. I also had problem with a leaking fuel tank, replaced no worries by the dealer, also had a problem with dust getting into the side stand switch which failed. Unfortunately this occured at night and when the engine stops the lig...
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I have had my Gv for 3 years now, having bought it new in Nov 06. Still love it. I also had problem with a leaking fuel tank, replaced no worries by the dealer, also had a problem with dust getting into the side stand switch which failed. Unfortunately this occured at night and when the engine stops the lights go out!!! Bit dodgy that an about 140 km overtaking a car!! Far out. My alternator shorted out at about 28,000 km and I had it rewired locally,(for less than a replacement) and the auto elec said that he thought the original build was a bit light. I have just replaced the rear sprocket which was worn and squeaking like a mongrel. How a rubber belt wears aluminium I don't know. Bought a new one online again for less than local supply, arrived in two days no worries. that's about all for the negatives. Outweighing all that is the sheer enjoyment I have had for the last three years riding this rocket ship of a cruiser. For a cruiser this is a true sports bike. The performance is exhilarating, masses of torque, stops well and handles to the limits of ground clearance as if it is on rails. Very manageable. Pillion weight is an issue with the placement of the rear shocks. Ground clearance reduces markedly. I'm not a fan of vibration and there is a bit with the GV. Not overpowering but the thrill of riding and the pleasure of outperforming many of the supposed high performance bikes on the market are pretty good compensations. Thinking about replacing it at the moment, but can't find a better bike to replace it with. Every bike I've looked at, I haven't enjoyed riding as much, and why do we ride bikes anyway!!! Keep it upright boys and girls.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
3.0
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Overdrv
Raymond, New Hampshire
Reviewed on September 11, 2008
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
I have had my bike a year and a half now. I had a few problems that were fixed quickly enough. I started on the GV250 and that was great. I needed to tow a load so I moved up to the GV650. Wow; it is hard to ride the old GV250 now. I have had the GV650 up to 100MPH towing the trailer; it cut out, but I thin...
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I have had my bike a year and a half now. I had a few problems that were fixed quickly enough. I started on the GV250 and that was great. I needed to tow a load so I moved up to the GV650. Wow; it is hard to ride the old GV250 now. I have had the GV650 up to 100MPH towing the trailer; it cut out, but I think I was starving it on fuel with the load (new jets next year!). I get comments everywhere I go on it. I can't wait for the GV1000 or GV1200; whatever is coming out next. But I will keep the GV650.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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MICHAEL P
SW RANCHES, Illinois
Reviewed on March 26, 2008
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
I've had my GV-650 for a year and have ridden the heck out of it. It is a fast, light and nimble cruiser. I am very satisfied. Who wouldn't be? I have had a couple of problems; nothing that the 2-year, wheel-2-wheel warranty didn't handle swiftly. It is a great bike; take my word for it!...
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I've had my GV-650 for a year and have ridden the heck out of it. It is a fast, light and nimble cruiser. I am very satisfied. Who wouldn't be? I have had a couple of problems; nothing that the 2-year, wheel-2-wheel warranty didn't handle swiftly. It is a great bike; take my word for it!
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Clinton Worely
Joplin, Missouri
Reviewed on September 15, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
My first cruiser, if that's what you call it. But it's getting a little old having the other riders drool all over it. What's even better is to outrun them and then tell them it's a 650. Only in the US do ccs seem to matter so much. And if you want to see them weep, tell them the price. I have not found a ...
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My first cruiser, if that's what you call it. But it's getting a little old having the other riders drool all over it. What's even better is to outrun them and then tell them it's a 650. Only in the US do ccs seem to matter so much. And if you want to see them weep, tell them the price. I have not found a bad thing about the bike or the ride - it's great!
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Dan S.
California
Reviewed on June 5, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
I picked up my 2007 orange colored UM/Hyosung 650 cruiser. Been riding bikes for years. This is truly a combination bike; it has the agility and quickness of a croch rocket and the comfort of a cruiser. Took it to work one day, and I work with a lot of Harley riders, needless to say they were all impressed. S...
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I picked up my 2007 orange colored UM/Hyosung 650 cruiser. Been riding bikes for years. This is truly a combination bike; it has the agility and quickness of a croch rocket and the comfort of a cruiser. Took it to work one day, and I work with a lot of Harley riders, needless to say they were all impressed. So much that a few have changed their minds about buying another Harley and are seriously looking at this bike. Can't beat the price either.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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indy90
Columbia, Missouri
Reviewed on May 17, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
I've had the bike close to a year. I've had Honda v45 Magna's (80's vers) and a VMax. This bike has the performance between the v45 and Vmax, but handles and is balanced better than either. Pros - Rides Great, Tons of Performance and mixes the cruiser with sports bike response. Cons - Lots of plastic, non-a...
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I've had the bike close to a year. I've had Honda v45 Magna's (80's vers) and a VMax. This bike has the performance between the v45 and Vmax, but handles and is balanced better than either. Pros - Rides Great, Tons of Performance and mixes the cruiser with sports bike response. Cons - Lots of plastic, non-adjustable handle bars, few rattles in the beginning.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
4.0
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John
gosnells, Australia
Reviewed on February 23, 2007
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
This leaves Harleys behind. This bike really flys when you twist it on. It has great handling and braking with looks that stop people in their tracks. It is a joy to own. The secret to happiness is to find a dealer that knows how to set the bike up right from the start, not someone selling their first Hyosung...
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This leaves Harleys behind. This bike really flys when you twist it on. It has great handling and braking with looks that stop people in their tracks. It is a joy to own. The secret to happiness is to find a dealer that knows how to set the bike up right from the start, not someone selling their first Hyosung!
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Eli Marin
Worcester, Massachusetts
Reviewed on August 18, 2006
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
I first saw the GV650 in a magazine and felt it would take years to get to the US. Went ahead and bought the V-Strom instead. Never felt comfortable standing on my toes so I traded it in for the GV650 and man what a difference. I love the bikes look and the ride is perfect. I've put more miles on this bike ...
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I first saw the GV650 in a magazine and felt it would take years to get to the US. Went ahead and bought the V-Strom instead. Never felt comfortable standing on my toes so I traded it in for the GV650 and man what a difference. I love the bikes look and the ride is perfect. I've put more miles on this bike in a month than I did in a year with my previous. Everybody stops to check it out and can't believe how much they cost.
Reliability
4.0
Quality
4.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Charlotte
Roslindale, Massachusetts
Reviewed on August 7, 2006
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
This bike is awesome!! Power galore! Corners great. Comfortable seat. Catches everyones eyes!...
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This bike is awesome!! Power galore! Corners great. Comfortable seat. Catches everyones eyes!
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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Ken Watrous
Enfield, New Hampshire
Reviewed on June 14, 2006
Motorcycle reviewed 2006 Hyosung GV650
5.0
The more I ride this bike, the better it gets. Even during the break in stage of the bike, I found little need for more throttle. The bike corners extremely well and rides very well 2-up with power to spare. The only gripe is the weak headlight, but a swap for a Silverstar bulb was night and day differenc...
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The more I ride this bike, the better it gets. Even during the break in stage of the bike, I found little need for more throttle. The bike corners extremely well and rides very well 2-up with power to spare. The only gripe is the weak headlight, but a swap for a Silverstar bulb was night and day difference.
Reliability
5.0
Quality
5.0
Performance
5.0
Comfort
5.0
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