Hyosung Gv250 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Hyosung Gv250 vs Yamaha Bolt R-spec. Hyosung Gv250: 26 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 145 km/h (estimated, note: real-world top speed typically closer to 135–140 km/h), Motoryk rating 5.5/10. Yamaha Bolt R-spec: 54 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 252 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 175 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Hyosung Gv250
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
Horsepower (hp)
26 hp
54 hp
Torque (Nm)
22 Nm
80 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
145 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
181 kg
252 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
26 hp @ 8,000 rpm
54 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
80 Nm @ 3,000 rpm
Top Speed
145 km/h (estimated, note: real-world top speed typically closer to 135–140 km/h)
175 km/h (estimated)
Weight
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
252 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Hyosung Gv250
5.5/10
"A budget learner cruiser that demands realistic expectations and patient ownership."
Pros
+Extremely affordable used prices
+Low approachable seat height
+Decent classic cruiser styling
Cons
−Parts availability genuinely terrible
−Electrical reliability concerns post-10k
−Carbs need constant attention
Yamaha Bolt R-spec
7.8/10
"A genuinely rewarding urban cruiser that rewards patient, style-conscious riders."
Pros
+Bulletproof reliability record
+Strong resale value retention
+Gorgeous factory finish quality
Cons
−Seat punishes longer rides
−Suspension undersprung for heavier riders
−No wind protection whatsoever
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