2006 Hyosung GV 650

2006 Hyosung GV 650 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Cruiser
MSRP
$6,694
Dealers
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Cruiser
Manufacturer Country
South Korea
Parent Company
Hyosung
Display Name
GV 650
Year
2006
Make
Hyosung
Engine Type
V Twin
Cylinders
2
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Horsepower (bhp/kW)
72.1 / 52.4
Horsepower RPM
9000
Torque (Ft Lbs/Nm)
45.4 / 61.6
Torque RPM
7500
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
8
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
81.5 / 3.21
Stroke (mm/in)
62 / 2.44
Displacement (cc/ci)
647 / 39.5
Compression Ratio
11.5
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Carburetion Brand
Mikuni
Fuel Injector
No
Carburetor
Yes
Number Of Carburetors
2
Carburetor Size (mm)
39
Carburetion Type
Carburetor
Transmission Type
Manual
Number Of Speeds
5
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)
Chain
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Tire Speed Rating
59W
Front Wheel Diameter
18
Rear Tire Width
180
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
55
Rear Tire Speed Rating
73W
Rear Wheel Diameter
17
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 ZR18 59W
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
180/55 ZR17 73W
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Front Suspension Type
Inverted Fork
Front Adjustable Fork Pre-Load
Yes
Front Adjustable Rebound Damping
Yes
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Rear Adjustable Rebound Damping
No
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
7.98
Width (in/mm)
33.1 / 840
Height (in/mm)
45.5 / 1155
Wheelbase (in/mm)
65.6 / 1665
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
6.3 / 160
Length (ft/ft)
7
Length (ft/in)
11.7
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
440.9 / 200
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
4.2 / 16
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
1.47
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
27.8 / 705
Number Of Seats
2
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Driver and Passenger
Adjustable
Yes
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
Yes
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Belt Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
Yes
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Top Crown
Standard
Stand Type
Kick
Handlebars
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Gauge
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Metallic
No
Handlebar Lock
Standard
Folding
Yes
Helmet Locks
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Headlight Visor
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
User Reviews
7 reviews
  • Fuel tank leak
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 02, 2018

    I also encounter with tank leak -Do notice high fuel consumption and smell of fuel and advice workshop supervisor during service -now warranty expire ? Is a 1.5 year old.

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  • Anyone had their handlebars go awol?
    By  (I am an Owner) on Feb 14, 2012

    Has anyone had the experience of the handlebars on their Aquila snapping off?? My Aquila has given me nothing but joy, but I had the bad experience of the nuts holding the handlebars to the neck simply shearing off - for no apparent rhyme or reason. Bike has never had any impact or accident before...

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  • i want it because i love it
    By  (I am an Owner) on Feb 12, 2011

    hey i just got one my friend was in a crash he went into a R1 and the R1 was fucked the hyosung650GV there was nothing wrong with it just the tank front light and front brake i love this bike i did 245 on it and i fucked a R6 with the 650GV so wat u saying about it u should go get one and see wat ...

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  • gv650 aquila
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jul 15, 2010

    what a brilliant bike, forget the badge snobery ,and take a test ride . im a motorcycle instructor & have been riding for 30yrs plus. handling ,looks and enough power to keep even the most dedicated cruiser rider happy . 80 bhp confirmed on the dyno says it all un modified to boot .turns heads whereever ...

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  • Great bike at a great price!
    By  (I am an Owner) on Nov 29, 2009

    I purchased my 2006 Avitar about a month and a half ago. It had about 2,000 miles on it at that time, and I paid $3,000 for it. I had read some reviews about reliability that gave me some concern, but with the price, power, and presence of this bike pushing to buy, I went for it. As yet, I have ...

    The bike is absolutely beautiful to look at. It is chromed out to the max, though much of that is plastic. Long and low, it definitely has a muscle bike presence about it. The tubular frame is reminiscent of a Harley V-Rod. The three-spoke wheels are attractive and hint at the sporting nature of this cruiser. Instrumentation is digital and easy to read (even in direct sunlight, despite some contrary reviews I have read elsewhere). The absence of a tach is notable, though not much to gripe about in a bike of this price. Beware the fuel gauge--empty means empty and there is no reserve. Controls are intuitive and simple, being pulled straight off of Suzuki's low-end cruiser line.

    Whether looking at the bike in the driveway or watching someone ride it, the Avitar looks big. It's wheelbase and length will accommodate larger riders. Yet, weighing it at around 500 pounds, the bike is easy to manage for the beginner or a smaller rider. I am 5'9" with a 30" inseam, and I can flat foot the bike with some bend in the knee. But it is never cramped and feels just about perfect on the road. The footpegs are adjustable up to 2", though I have not adjusted mine as yet. The handlebars have a nice swept back angle making for comfortable, upright cruising. The gas tank narrows at the base, making it easy on the inner thighs. The seat is a thing of beauty, and is great for short rides and easily adequate for longer ones. Not too firm and not too spongy. The passenger seat should only be used for short trips as it provides no real support.

    On start up, the bike feels cold and grumpy. I have the 2006 model with the carb (the 2009 is fuel injected), and the bike really needs to be choked on start up, no matter what the temperature. Off the line, you have to keep the throttle way up to get any acceleration. Even in first gear, speeds of less than 15 mph threaten to kill the engine unless the clutch is held. But after that, this beast comes alive. In 0-60 runs, a Ninja 500 will beat the Avitar by a full second. By the end of the quarter-mile, they are dead even. Beyond that, the Avitar pulls away with authority. Going from 60 to 100 on the highway happens in a blink. All of this is courtesy of the 90-degree V-twin, which makes 70 bhp. Most 1100 bikes, like a Honda Shadow, simply cannot compete with this 650. The bike is just plain powerful, especially at the top end of the rpm range. The bark doesn't really match the bite. Exhaust note is... subtle, a bit on the muted side. Downshifting at speed creates a nice snarl, but that's the best you'll get. Larry Cook makes a beautiful aftermarket exhaust that should be given serious consideration. Check it out on youtube, or on Larry's website.

    Shifting the 5-speed transmission is smooth and easy, though downshifts are occasionally clunky. It's a little too easy to get stuck in neutral on the 1-2 shift under acceleration, but practice makes perfect. The friction zone on the clutch is effective, if a bit on the short side.

    Handling is magnificent thanks to sport oriented tires and inverted front forks. Downshifting and braking through corners does not create the nasty side-effects you get on a sport bike. This thing really makes you want to carve the corners, and it is so remarkably well-balanced that you are rewarded with every turn. At least every turn but the ones to the right. Unfortunately, leaning hard right introduces you to a protruding bolt on the underside of the exhaust that touches down just prior to the footpeg. And bolts don't swing back like footpegs, meaning that your rear tire will leave the ground before that bolt gives way. That's a rather nasty surprise on such an enjoyable corner, so watch it. The left side has no such complications.

    The ride is pleasant and uneventful. Bumps are admirably soaked up, especially with a little throttle roll. Not much unsettles this bike. There is very little vibration through the handle bars or seat, making long distance cruising a joy rather than a chore. I rode it 240 miles and would have had no problem going further.

    Braking comes from twin discs up front and a single disc in the rear, unheard of in a bike at this price. However, the front brakes seem remarkably ineffective, and brake feel is cushy and vague. Applying the rear brakes creates substantially reduced braking distances, more so than on other bikes. Working them together is easy, and you really have to be inattentive to lock these brakes. Using the front brake only, however, will almost always result in overshooting your target.

    Overall, I would rank this a 4.5 out of 5, with the qualification that I do not have sufficient time with it to measure long term reliability. But a definite recommend, especially for the ridiculously low price. Happy riding, and keep those wheels to the pavement!

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  • paul doesn't know what he is talking about
    By  (I am an Enthusiast) on Feb 24, 2009

    i work at a shop that sells hyosung and i have 4 friends that own them. We have had no problems getting parts for them and have hardly needed to do so. I am purchasing one this spring and will vouch for the brand any day of the week. The manufacturer fully backs up the 2 year warranty.

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  • JUNK
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jan 09, 2009

    These bikes are pure junk. The warranty is worthless because the repair shops cannot get parts to fix them in a reasonable amount of time. STAY AWAY!!

    Don't be like me and pay for a bike that has been sitting in a shop for two months waiting on a fuel tank replacement. THEIR CUSTOMER ...

    Do yourself a favor and buy a name brand bike for your own safety. It is not worth the few hundred you will save.

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