Very sad day for my M50 - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

rbarrera · 10-06-2008, 09:10 PM

Today I traded my M50 in for an '09 Hyosung GV650 30th Anniversary Edition. It was actually very difficult to let go of the M50.

There was only 1000 Limited Editions made in the world and only 200+ made it to the states. I've got number 864. Each bike is numbered.

Thanks all for letting me be part of this forum.

Robert

Davecm203 · 10-06-2008, 09:16 PM

That is actually pretty cool looking. Thanks for the pics. How do you like it compared to the M50. Why did you make the decision to trade? Just curious since Hyosung is new in the US.

diamond_jim · 10-06-2008, 09:21 PM

Sweet. That one is my fave. Tell us about it...

imasupahewr0 · 10-06-2008, 09:50 PM

Im gettin my M50 soon, but this bike looks great too.

rbarrera · 10-06-2008, 10:11 PM

Well...

I held back that info because I did not think this was the place to do so but since you asked...! To start off...the M50 was a fabulous bike and if I was not married she would still be parked in the garage (the M50 that is). However, I read some reviews on the Hyosung GV650 and was floored with the styling and performance. A carb version is rated at 72hp and the special edition fuel injected version is rated at 80hp. I'm assuming if it's not at the wheel then would guess about 72 at the rear wheel. I've always wanted a combination sportbike and cruiser and let me tell you this is it. I was following the salesman during a testride. He was on his Victory Vegas (nice bike) and decided to pass him up. I first notice how much wind I was fighting and figured out it was because I was doing about 100mph with little effort (M50 showed signs of struggling at 90mph). This bike likes the RPM's...even more than the M50. The governor on this bike is set at 11,000. Handling is simply superb and light on this bike. However...I can see where the Suzuki M50 comes out ahead with fit and finish. The reviews state this bike as being well beyond it's class and out performs the bigger bikes. I believe it. And to be honest...the fact that there are not that many of them sealed the deal. Kudos do the staff at Napalm Motorsports in Austin, TX...a really good bunch of guys. FYI...All I read now are people wanting this bike but are not able to find it. Napalm stated that they might be getting a few more in. Hell...maybe I'll trade in the Burgman 650 for another one.

diamond_jim · 10-06-2008, 10:24 PM

I've read lots of good stuff about them as well. I've seen the silver ones in person but not the black/red.

rbarrera · 10-06-2008, 10:31 PM

The Black and red is only in the 30th anniversary edition and also has the fuel injection.

Standard = $6200

30th Anniv = $7,500

Danthedawgfan · 10-06-2008, 11:24 PM

Sweet bike! I have looked at the Hyosung online but never seen one in person. The red and black looks awesome.

diamond_jim · 10-06-2008, 11:27 PM

Man, that seat looks comfy.

pegjay · 10-06-2008, 11:41 PM

That is a nice looking bike. I noticed that the foot pegs and controls are out front. Is this standard with this bike? My son will be looking for a bike like this one.

rbarrera · 10-07-2008, 12:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pegjay

That is a nice looking bike. I noticed that the foot pegs and controls are out front. Is this standard with this bike? My son will be looking for a bike like this one.

Yes, the peg positions are standard with this bike. However, the pegs can be applied in two different positions allowing the peg to be brought in another two inches or so. Long legged riders would opt for the further position. The bike also comes another separate shift rod to accomodate the change in length.

ozoner · 10-07-2008, 12:24 AM

Sweet looking bike! Looks kind of like a cross between an M50 and a VMax.

SNAFU · 10-07-2008, 12:46 AM

Nice Bike!

Zinje · 10-07-2008, 12:49 AM

Pretty cool! Never heard of them till now! Are these manufactured in Japan?

rbarrera · 10-07-2008, 02:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zinje

Pretty cool! Never heard of them till now! Are these manufactured in Japan?

Actually, they are Korean motorcycles. Here are a few reviews...

Hyosung GV650 - Specifications - Motorcycle Cruiser Magazine

http://www.onewheeldrive.net/index.p...377&Itemid=126

Cruisernet - Motorcycle News and Community - Blog

64Kym · 10-07-2008, 04:04 AM

Nice looking ride, enjoy

JmalB · 10-07-2008, 08:11 AM

I always found Hyosung's interesting. But the longevity reviews haven't been very good. I hope it treats you well.

ocean buzzard · 10-07-2008, 01:32 PM

Really nice looking bike. I love the black and red.

pinky44 · 10-07-2008, 03:18 PM

Looks a mean one, Just keep the whip handy for taming the beast. Take it easy till you get used to it, Happy riding.

rbarrera · 10-07-2008, 04:38 PM

Here's something I noticed today while ridin' the freeway. It likes to stay in fourth gear at 65-70mph (sweet spot) and still takes off like at a bat outa hell from that speed (with wifey on the back). I find myself gripping the handlebars much tighter during accelerations at those speeds in fear of being blown off the bike ( not leaning forward like on sport bikes). Same characteristics with just myself on the bike. Feel like I need to stiffen the rear suspension since the front wheel seems to want to lift of the ground. It also rides all day around town in second and third gear. I can really feel the sportbike engine characteristics. 2 bikes in one or "having your cake and eat it too". Non-stop compliments everywhere I go (literally). I can't wait for this thing to break in. You guys have to test ride one of these things. Okay...okay...I'll shut...this thing is just too doggone fun. I'm hopin' my wife needs something from the store. Okay...I'm through.

10-06-2008, 09:10 PM	#1 (permalink)
rbarrera Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 73	Very sad day for my M50 Today I traded my M50 in for an '09 Hyosung GV650 30th Anniversary Edition. It was actually very difficult to let go of the M50. There was only 1000 Limited Editions made in the world and only 200+ made it to the states. I've got number 864. Each bike is numbered. Thanks all for letting me be part of this forum. Robert Attached Thumbnails

10-06-2008, 09:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
Davecm203 U.B's LoveChild Joined: Apr 2008 Bike: 2006 GSXR750 Location: Central North Carolina Posts: 1,103	That is actually pretty cool looking. Thanks for the pics. How do you like it compared to the M50. Why did you make the decision to trade? Just curious since Hyosung is new in the US. __________________

10-06-2008, 09:21 PM	#3 (permalink)
diamond_jim Refrigerator Magnet Test Engineer Joined: Oct 2007 Bike: S4 Scatcat Location: North Alabama Posts: 3,622	Sweet. That one is my fave. Tell us about it... __________________ M50 tutorials, tips and how-to links DJ's new project bike

10-06-2008, 10:24 PM	#6 (permalink)
diamond_jim Refrigerator Magnet Test Engineer Joined: Oct 2007 Bike: S4 Scatcat Location: North Alabama Posts: 3,622	I've read lots of good stuff about them as well. I've seen the silver ones in person but not the black/red. __________________ M50 tutorials, tips and how-to links DJ's new project bike

10-06-2008, 11:24 PM	#8 (permalink)
Danthedawgfan Wants Better Weather Joined: Jun 2008 Bike: 07 Suzuki M50 Black Location: N30.1666 W93.2426 Posts: 665	Sweet bike! I have looked at the Hyosung online but never seen one in person. The red and black looks awesome. __________________

10-06-2008, 09:50 PM	#4 (permalink)
imasupahewr0 Where Am I ? Joined: Jul 2008 Bike: Red '05 M50 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 30	Im gettin my M50 soon, but this bike looks great too.

10-06-2008, 10:11 PM	#5 (permalink)
rbarrera Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 73	Well... I held back that info because I did not think this was the place to do so but since you asked...! To start off...the M50 was a fabulous bike and if I was not married she would still be parked in the garage (the M50 that is). However, I read some reviews on the Hyosung GV650 and was floored with the styling and performance. A carb version is rated at 72hp and the special edition fuel injected version is rated at 80hp. I'm assuming if it's not at the wheel then would guess about 72 at the rear wheel. I've always wanted a combination sportbike and cruiser and let me tell you this is it. I was following the salesman during a testride. He was on his Victory Vegas (nice bike) and decided to pass him up. I first notice how much wind I was fighting and figured out it was because I was doing about 100mph with little effort (M50 showed signs of struggling at 90mph). This bike likes the RPM's...even more than the M50. The governor on this bike is set at 11,000. Handling is simply superb and light on this bike. However...I can see where the Suzuki M50 comes out ahead with fit and finish. The reviews state this bike as being well beyond it's class and out performs the bigger bikes. I believe it. And to be honest...the fact that there are not that many of them sealed the deal. Kudos do the staff at Napalm Motorsports in Austin, TX...a really good bunch of guys. FYI...All I read now are people wanting this bike but are not able to find it. Napalm stated that they might be getting a few more in. Hell...maybe I'll trade in the Burgman 650 for another one.

10-06-2008, 10:31 PM	#7 (permalink)
rbarrera Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 73	The Black and red is only in the 30th anniversary edition and also has the fuel injection. Standard = $6200 30th Anniv = $7,500

10-06-2008, 11:27 PM	#9 (permalink)
diamond_jim Refrigerator Magnet Test Engineer Joined: Oct 2007 Bike: S4 Scatcat Location: North Alabama Posts: 3,622	Man, that seat looks comfy. __________________ M50 tutorials, tips and how-to links DJ's new project bike

10-06-2008, 11:41 PM	#10 (permalink)
pegjay Found second gear by accident Joined: Jun 2008 Bike: 2008 Blk. & Slvr M-50 Location: Central California Posts: 326	That is a nice looking bike. I noticed that the foot pegs and controls are out front. Is this standard with this bike? My son will be looking for a bike like this one. __________________

10-07-2008, 12:24 AM	#12 (permalink)
ozoner In Training Joined: Jun 2008 Bike: 2008 M50 Ltd Black/Silver Location: Mountlake Terrace, WA Posts: 100	Sweet looking bike! Looks kind of like a cross between an M50 and a VMax.

10-07-2008, 12:46 AM	#13 (permalink)
SNAFU Just Won't Go Away ! Joined: Mar 2006 Bike: '06 M50 Black Location: Winnipeg, Canada Posts: 5,020	Nice Bike! __________________

10-07-2008, 12:49 AM	#14 (permalink)
Zinje Clunked into first gear Joined: May 2008 Bike: 2008 Black M50 Location: SoCal Rider Posts: 249	Pretty cool! Never heard of them till now! Are these manufactured in Japan?

10-07-2008, 04:04 AM	#16 (permalink)
64Kym Seat Tester Joined: Oct 2007 Bike: Black M50 Location: Adelaide Australia Posts: 56	Nice looking ride, enjoy __________________ Cobra Streetrod Slashdowns & 2000Fi , Hypercharger, 2.5 lowering bones fitted

10-07-2008, 01:32 PM	#18 (permalink)
ocean buzzard Newbie Joined: Sep 2008 Bike: '05 red m50 Location: pensacola, florida Posts: 11	Really nice looking bike. I love the black and red.

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10-07-2008, 03:18 PM	#19 (permalink)
pinky44 Fourth gear and illegal Joined: Feb 2007 Bike: 1983 GS 550m kat / 1991 GSX 600f Location: Nottingham,England Posts: 701	Looks a mean one, Just keep the whip handy for taming the beast. Take it easy till you get used to it, Happy riding. __________________ Whatever you ride ride safe and keep the rubber on the ground and the shiny side up.

10-07-2008, 04:38 PM	#20 (permalink)
rbarrera Seat Tester Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 73	Here's something I noticed today while ridin' the freeway. It likes to stay in fourth gear at 65-70mph (sweet spot) and still takes off like at a bat outa hell from that speed (with wifey on the back). I find myself gripping the handlebars much tighter during accelerations at those speeds in fear of being blown off the bike ( not leaning forward like on sport bikes). Same characteristics with just myself on the bike. Feel like I need to stiffen the rear suspension since the front wheel seems to want to lift of the ground. It also rides all day around town in second and third gear. I can really feel the sportbike engine characteristics. 2 bikes in one or "having your cake and eat it too". Non-stop compliments everywhere I go (literally). I can't wait for this thing to break in. You guys have to test ride one of these things. Okay...okay...I'll shut...this thing is just too doggone fun. I'm hopin' my wife needs something from the store. Okay...I'm through.