2008 Hyosung MS3 250

2008 Hyosung MS3 250 pictures, prices, information, and specifications.
Model Type
Scooter
MSRP
$4,299
Dealers
Warranty
24
Insurance
Finance
Generic Type (Primary)
Scooter
Manufacturer Country
South Korea
Introduction Year
2008
Parent Company
Hyosung
Display Name
MS3 250
Year
2008
Make
Hyosung
Engine Type
Single-Cylinder
Cylinders
1
Engine Stroke
4-Stroke
Cooling
Liquid
Valves
4
Valves Per Cylinder
4
Valve Configuration
DOHC
Bore (mm/in)
73 / 2.88
Stroke (mm/in)
59.6 / 2.35
Displacement (cc/ci)
250 / 15.3
Compression Ratio
11.8:1
Starter
Electric
Fuel Requirements
Regular
Fuel Type
Gas
Fuel Injector
Yes
Carburetor
No
Carburetion Type
Fuel Injected
Transmission Type
Continuously Variable (CVT)
Primary Drive (Engine / Transmission)
Belt
Reverse
No
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Chromed
No
Front Tire Width
120
Front Tire Aspect Ratio
70
Front Wheel Diameter
13
Rear Tire Width
140
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
60
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Front Tire (Full Spec)
120/70 R13
Rear Tire (Full Spec)
140/60 R14
Front Brake Type
Dual Disc
Front Brake Diameter (in/mm)
9.4 / 240
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Rear Brake Diameter (in/mm)
8.6 / 220
Linked Brake System Front to Rear
Standard
Front Suspension Type
Telescopic Fork
Front Suspension Size (in/mm)
1.4 / 35
Front Travel (in/mm)
3.3 / 85
Front Central Suspension Strut
No
Steering Damper
No
Rear Suspension Type
Twin Sided Swing Arm
Rear Adjustable Shock / Spring Pre-Load
Yes
Number Rear Shock Absorbers
2
Rear Suspension Material
Steel
Air Adjustable
No
Steering Control
Handlebar
Length (ft)
6.98
Width (in/mm)
30.2 / 766
Height (in/mm)
54.1 / 1375
Wheelbase (in/mm)
57.1 / 1451
Ground Clearance (in/mm)
4.9 / 125
Length (ft/ft)
6
Length (ft/in)
11.7
Dry Weight (lbs/kg)
363.8 / 165
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)
2.4 / 9
Engine Displacement to Weight (cc)
0.69
Seat Type
One-Piece
Adjustable
No
Seat Material
Vinyl
Seat Location
Driver and Passenger
Folding
No
Seat Height (in/mm)
29.9 / 760
Number Of Seats
2
Backrest Logo Plate
No
Backrest Type
Fixed
Backrest Location
Driver
Lumbar Adjustment
No
Grab Rail or Strap
Standard
Frame
Steel
Floor Board Location
Driver
Hand Grips
Standard
Foot Peg Location
Passenger
Adjustable
No
Chain Guard
No
Chassis Protectors
No
Drive Shaft Guard
No
Engine Case Guard
No
Fork Guards
Yes
Saddle Bag Guard
No
Tank Guard
No
Hand Guards
No
Brush Guard
No
Heel Guards
No
Light Guard
No
Side Cover
No
Front Fender
Standard
Rear Fender
Standard
Stand Type
Center
Lower Fairing
Standard
Handlebars
Standard
Upper Fairing
Standard
License Plate
Standard
Digital Instrumentation
Standard
Clock
Standard
Tachometer
Standard
Trip Odometer
Standard
Speedometer
Standard
Temperature Warning Type
Light
Fuel Level Warning Type
Gauge
Warranty (Months/Condition)
24 / Limited
Battery Warranty (Months)
0
Windshield Mounts
Standard
Metallic
No
Folding
Yes
Windshield Lowers
No
Height Adjustable
No
Tinted
Yes
Height
High
Underseat Storage
Standard
Lockable Storage
Standard
Helmet Storage
Standard
Glove Box / Dash Storage
Standard
Headlight Mounts
Standard
Halogen Headlight (s)
Standard
Headlight (s)
Standard
Light Type
Halogen
Engine Immobilizer
Standard
Power Outlet
Standard
User Reviews
12 reviews
  • Great Scooter
    By  (I am an Owner) on Jun 22, 2013

    I have over 6000 miles on my Scooter and use it around town to beat the fuel prices I pay for driving my F350 Ford. Love the way it handles and runs. It has over 6000 miles on it with no major problems. I keep it covered all the time from the Florida sun, but the rubber floor mat has shrunk to where ...

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  • I love my scooter but
    By  (I am an Owner) on May 22, 2012

    Ibought my Hyosung scooter used 2 years ago and it only had 600 miles on i I love riding it but I was in florida most of that time and twice I have had a problem with the gas gumming up and then it won't start. the first time this happend i was having trouble with it shutting off going down the ...

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  • Fairing Cracks
    By  (I am an Owner) on Apr 03, 2011

    I bought an MS 250 in 2008 and liked it fine until I started getting cracks in the plastic of the fairing. The dealership was good about fixing it and then it started doing it again on the same side but in a different site on the fairing. The dealership then said that I was 2 mos. out of warranty ...

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  • 2007 250cc hyosung/znen
    By  (I am an Owner) on Mar 06, 2010

    has anybody heard of this scooter i can't find a thing on it.

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  • Connie from Lakeland, Florida
    By  (I am an Owner) on Feb 01, 2010

    I've had my 2008 MS3-250 for 1 year. It's great gets mileage (about 80 mpg). Runs out good for a 250cc bike. Although might be a little light for real windy days. No problems at all with my battery. Have 2,400 miles on it. Would recommend it to anyone for a great starter bike, or a great all around ...

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  • Battery Problem
    By  (I am an Owner) on Dec 29, 2008

    I also have a 2008 Scooter 250. I love it in town.its great on open highways as long as there's nott much wind. It does get blown around. I also have a problem with the battery holding a charge. have replaced the first one already adnonly have about 350 miles on it.

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  • For MS3/Xpeed 250i owners
    By  (I am an Owner) on Oct 10, 2008

    My review is somewhere above.

    Some things that may help other owners.

    Oil Filter from polaris fits this scooter part number 0452462 also part number 1550039A (same filter).

    Also, if you ruin your oxygen sensor like I did...don't spend $220 for the factory part. the Bosch universal ...

    Follow this link http://www.megaupload.com/?d=CC4ZLCCZ for the service manual. Not the user manual...the actual service manual.

    Hope this helps some owners out there.

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  • 2008 Hyosung MS3-250 scooter 2,500 mile review
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 18, 2008

    The Hyosung MS3-250 (2008) is presently in for its recommended 2,500 mile maintenance interval. I am glad to have found a dealer even closer to home than where I purchased it (an hour and 15 minutes instead of 2 hours is nice). So far i just put fuel in it, check tire pressures for appropriate task/loads ...

    I have been pleasantly suprized with the mileage (running 93 octane). The best was 76 MPG and the worst was 62 MPG. Around here its mostly just flat land with very few hills of any significance. For consistently getting the best mileage, the key is keeping the indicated rpm below 6,000, not jack rabbit off the starting line and not hammering brakes when you can slow to intersections using some engine braking etc. The worst mileage occurs when riding two up, bucking headwinds or when pushing the rpm upwards of 7,000 which is 80 MPH (indicated) but just 70 MPH as measured by my chase car.

    The vehicle has good layout for storing stuff in the seat hatch including basic tool kit, cell phone, tire repair kit, helmet, gloves, as well as light rain boots & a rain suit (note you have to put some items inside the helmet to fit all this stuff under the seat).

    As for long ride comfort, after an hour on it you will want to take on some fuel or stop just to rest your behind a few minutes. There is some vibration since it's only one cylinder but that is to be expected, and for anything less than 30 minutes on board its acceptable from my point of view. On hot days, the front windshield leaves just enough ventilation to keep a mesh safety jacket breathing well so you remain comfortable if moving at speed. I really like having the front end protection instead of just a naked bike because of bugs and road debris(including gravel flung from other vehicles). Strong gusty cross winds make for a bit of a precarious ride on such a light machine. You just need to be aware of your surroundings and not be caught off guard, anticipating it avoids a rude awakening.

    During some very heavy rain storms it did a decent job of deflecting the water drops away from me when head on into the stuff. Yes you get wet, but its not "beating down on you", just rolling off the lexan and then "landing on the clothing". The helmet & knuckles do get beaned pretty good though. I've bought some mesh gloves since that day. In cross winds & rain you tend to tuck forward towards the windscreen. On light rain days you at least have the choice to move forward or endure the hassle of suiting up for the home commute, an easy choice for me on hot days.

    So far the only nit pick is the plastic label piece that goes around the ignition key (labels indicating each key positon) which came loose and the plastic tabs broke off it. Today the service shop called me and said they did a warranty claim with Hyosung and they should just be mailing a new one to me that I can install without tools.

    The brake squeal has finally gone away after allowing some use & time to wear in.

    If your looking for a good scoot this is definitely one to consider, with fuel injection, liquid cooling, disc brakes all around, for the list price it is really a good machine for the money. I would not be comfortable going with anything less than this machine's 25 HP for the highway. It has just enough passing power for my needs and can hold its own at any posted speed limit i have encountered. It is simple and reliable so far and very functional, making the commute fun. Sometimes its the best thing to end a day at work.

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  • battery problum
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 12, 2008

    I bought a new ms3 250 in June and have put about 600 miles on it. The bike rides great but a little light for the two lane at 70mph it gets blown around a lot. other wise it runs fine. my only two gripes are once and a while the engine reves to 3000rpm and won't drop back. also Hyosung has a problum ...

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  • MS3-250
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 12, 2008

    I have owned this scooter for 1 month and have 985 miles on the bike. I weigh 350 lbs and get over 60 mpg driving interstate highway speeds. The scooter will attain a speed of speedometer indicated 90 mph on long stretches of level highway...although I would not reccommend driving at that speed for ...

    Turns at speed are easy and inspire confidence. Pushing the handlebar in on the side you want to turn to makes for easy lane changes.

    I have had no maintanance issues other than the odometer and trip meter alternate on the lcd display as I drive.

    The oil filter for the Polaris Phoenix is exactly the same as the filter for the Hyosung MS3-250.

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  • to and from work
    By  (I am an Owner) on Sep 04, 2008

    Well I have had the ms3 for just over a week now and have put 400+ miles on it. I work 25 miles from home and have driven to work the last 2 days. I keep up on the highway with no problem and am able to get to highway speeds with no effort at all.

    I have climbed a few pretty good ...

    The things I don't like is the front glovebox is rather pointless. Since they put the gas tank up front it takes up the space for one. You can still put stuff in there it is just hard to close it before it trys to fall out.

    The front suspension bottoms out really easy on any big bump. Like entering a driveway faster over 2-3 mph. A little more travel would be nice.

    The driver seat feels a little short. I sometimes feel like I am sliding off of it. That could just be me though.

    My last con is the windscreen is to small. I would like to have it be a few inches wider and taller. I will probably try to find an aftermarket screen in the near future.

    Well I will update later if I think of anything else.

    Overall I am happy with the scooter and love the gas milage.

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  • Hyosung MS3 250
    By  (I am an Owner) on Aug 30, 2008

    I recently purchased a Hyosung MS3 250 for my wife. We live 56 miles from te dealership in which we purchased the scooter. I am a avid biker and I drove the bike back to our home. I was very

    impressed with the comfortable ride.I

    rate it a 5 of 5.The performance was

    impressive. ...

    the speed limit. I rate that a 5 of 5.

    The quality of the MS3 amazed me for

    a Korean scooter.It has a great look

    as well great quality of material in the body and the engine. I rate that

    5 of 5 also. The Value of the MS3 250

    was better than what I had look for

    in the other scooters we shopped for.

    That I would rate 5 f 5 also.

    The overall rating of the MS3 250 was

    higher than any of the other scooters

    I had shopped for for a month. I would

    rate the MS3 250 a 5 of 5 overall. The

    scooter impressed me and I am a hard

    critic.

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