Power / Acceleration / Top
Speed
Power: I notice a slight power loss while carrying a passenger but nothing too significant. I can maintain a constant speed up hills but there is nothing left to provide that extra boost you want sometimes.
Acceleration: Acceleration leaves something to be desired. It's perfectly fine for day to day driving but I'd like to at least be able to get my front tire of the ground.
Top Speed: I top out around 150km/h but you wouldn't want to maintain this speed for any length of time. I average 110 or so on the highways.
Handling
The bike handles nicely. The seat is cut in such a way
that it lures me into shifting my wight in the corners,
even if totally unnecessary, because it make me feel
like a racer. As for the shocks, they are a little
spongy for my liking. As mentioned earlier, I ride this
bike pretty hard so it isn't uncommon for me to ground
out now and then on speed humps and off road.
Comfort
The Comet is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden. The seat is cut perfectly. I feel as though I am getting into the bike when I mount it because the seat is so deep. The tank is also positioned in such a way that it is comfortable to lean on and my long legs wrap comfortably around it. My only complaint would be that the bike isn't taller, my legs feel cramped after a half hour and my feet hang down so far off my pegs that I sometimes scrape my toes in the corners. The raised passenger seat is nowhere near as comfortable as the driver seat but I usually consider a little passenger discomfort a good thing.
Quality
While the Hyosung Comet doesn't scream high quality
craftsmanship it also doesn't look like it came from
IKEA. I appreciate the simplicity of the bike and the
fact that almost everything is accessible without
special tools. The bike also made me appreciate what a
feat of engineering my old Suzuki DRZ was. Japanese
bike manufactures just package their bikes a little
tighter, neater and cleaner while paying more attention
to overall detail in my opinion.
Since I have owned the bike I've lost the alternator, speedometer and odometer. I'm suspect the alternator problem already existed when I purchased the bike and the salesman just charged up the battery prior to my test drive. The rear break disk is getting badly worn, why I'm not entirely sure, so the whole assembly will need replacing once the disc is on the verge of collapse.
I've been having some electrical problems in addition to the alternator. It seems if my rear running light is working than my front signals aren't and vice versa. Every-time I go to the shop to get the one fixed the other fails.
Maintenance
Maintenance is really cheep here in Korea, an oil change with filter runs around $10. A new battery cost me $40 and the shop estimated it would cost around $80 to replace my rear break assembly. A punctured tire only cost me $5 to have repaired. Very clearly, parts and labour are not a big issue here. Besides the day to day things like oil and flats I haven't had any major maintenance costs.
Conclusion
Overall, I have to say I am completely satisfied with the Comet. It performs well for what it is... a 250cc naked sport bike. If you're expecting it to be on par with larger japanese bikes you'll be disappointed. This bike is ideal for everyday riding. It performs well in the city, on the open highway and even in the dirt! In short, I would recommend this bike to anyone looking for a cheap, good looking, comfortable and versatile bike.
Should you have any questions or comments please don't hesitate to ask. If this review was helpful or could be improved upon let me know.
-Comatose
Resources
Specifications / Fule Economy / Milage
Specs courtesy of http://www.hyosungmotors.com.au/gt250.html
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GT250 SPECIFICATIONS |
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Dimension and |
Overall
Length (mm) |
2,080 |
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Overall Width
(mm) |
760 |
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Overall
Height (mm) |
1,120 |
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Ground
Clearance (mm) |
180 |
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Dry Mass
(kg) |
150 |
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Wheel
Base (mm) |
1,445 |
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Seat
Height (mm) |
780 |
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Frame
Type |
Double Cradle |
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Engine |
Type |
4-stroke,
oil cooled DOHC 8-valve, |
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Piston
Displacement (cc) |
249 |
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Number
Of Cylinder |
2 |
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Carburetor
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2 |
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Start
System |
Electric |
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Capacity |
Fuel
Tank (l) / Reserve |
17.0/2.5 |
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Fule Economy / Milage |
Approximately 320km per tank
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Approximately 340km per tank
(highway driving) |
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Transmission |
Clutch |
Wet
Multi-Plate Type |
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Gear
Shift Pattern |
1-down
4-up |
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Chassis |
Front
Tire |
110/70-17
54H |
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Rear
Tire |
150/70-17
69H |
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Front
Suspension |
Telescopic,
Oil Dampened |
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Rear
Suspension |
Swing
Arm |
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Caster
(degrees) |
25.5 |
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Front
Brake |
Disc |
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Rear
Brake |
Disc |
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Electric |
Ignition
Type |
C.D.I. |
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Generator
(W) |
210 |
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Battery
Capacity (V/ah) |
12V/12A |
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The
above specifications are subject to change without notice. |
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