★ HYOSUNG AQUILA GV125S V-TWIN REVIEW ★
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- Опубликовано: 8 дек 2021
- A review on the very stylish HYOSUNG AQUILA GV125S V TWIN
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You are a true motorcyclist by heart Mark!
Your enthusiasm over this unique baby v-twin proves it.
People ask me how can I get excited riding a Honda 110 scooter after riding big a adventure bike or liter sport bikes?
I always give the same answer:
If you’re a true motorcyclist by heart, you can!
Cheers
🍻🍻
Yes I agree well said ...I love riding all bikes the small bikes are still great fun ...this Hyosung is great 👍
Cheers mark
It's a nice little bike if you get past that misconception that anything non-Japanese is trash, it's rather powerful compared to other A1 license motorcycles so people might enjoy it a little bit more than a standard single cylinder 10 HP motorcycle. I would much rather get something like this than a Honda 125.
Personally I had some experience with the A2 one, the GV300s that may be one of the better 300cc bikes out there, it's definitely one of the better A2 cruisers as it even beats the Honda Rebel 300 which has a single cylinder and just 25hp as opposed to GV300's 30HP and that is something not many bikes can say these days as manufacturers don't throw in a second cylinder on motorcycles anymore, especially ones that don't hit the upper limit of the A2 license. (both are enough for commuting, but 5 extra HP does put an even bigger smile on your face).
Great review man!
Thanks Mario ...I like the 300 version ,still good value ,looks amazing but with a better cruising ability cheers mark
I've been wanting to buy this for a while, been worried I would be too short/tall for it, but to see somebody as the same height as me showing what they actually look like on it really helps, thank you 👍🏻
Many thanks
That looks like a great bike and even though it has short service intervals everything looks easy to get at...even the valves/covers look easily accessible. If you're doing it yourself it'll be cheap to run I'd have thought. A vee twin 125👍...Nice one. Great review as always. Thanks for posting.
Cheers Alan ...one of the nicest 125s I've ridden :)
good review, im about to get back into riding after a bike accident and this looks like a clear winner for me.
Nice review Mark, not a style of bike I would normally buy but this one seems well made and is appealing . I do like some of the 125cc that are currently on the market and would be great to have in my shed alongside my bigger bike. You can have great fun on these little machines. The big issue is that dealers in my area don’t tend to run 125cc bikes as demonstrators so it’s difficult to compare makes and models.
Yes Dave it's hard to find 125s on demo ... really enjoyed this one
Cheers mark
Agree about the gap between the saddle and tank. Front end testicle removal. What were they thinking!?
Otherwise a nice ride.
I have Timsun tires on my Mash Falcone 125 and they are good in all sorts of weather. We may not forget that a lot of tires are made in China even the well known brands. I did a lot of transport and import of that.
I had a Hyosung GT125cc. Was an amazing bike, sounded great with a Lextex exhaust on. That was a V-twin engine as well.
Would be interesting to see what you think of that bike.
Thanks Matthew
This is a very impressive bike, don't see two cylinders on a 125. I had a Honda CB 125 Twin in 1980 it produced 16.5 BHP, it was an amazing bike.
I watched many of your reviews, don't see one on the Honda SH125i.
Just over a year nearly done 20,000 miles. If you decide to review that bike I would be interested to hear your opinion! Mine seems to easily do 200 miles on its tiny tank.
Fun review👍 You were fair not judging it for its capacity or make, taking it on face value. Although do wonder about the short service intervals. Interesting little bike.
Thanks ...yes most of these Asian bikes are short intervals ...it's not too expensive and it's a very simple DIY. If you want to once it's out of warranty anyway ...I suppose 125s are generally thrashed all the time
Best regards mark
That's great that you are not forgetting about the simple and cheap bikes.
Many thanks Michael 😀
Goodness! Certainly upgraded learner from my YB 100 of the 70’s
Haha yes me too Laurie rxs 100 :)
Mark if you compare the hyosung with the qj 300 bobber which is better quality ? The one is korean the other Chinese. Also compared to the hunder the 500 price difference worth the hyusung ?
Great review mark,u could get the Top manufactures for the same money,but they dont have a v twin engine in theres and it has the maximum horsepower the same has the others.so when u look at it like that,the hyosung is the better buy.
Thanks James ☺️
Reasons you’d have this over an Enfield 350 or a Honda?
My choice atm. This or the Zontes G1?
Hi apologies if you have already done one but if you get the chance I would really appreciate it if you could do a review on the keeway rk v 125
Very good-looking bike. Great profile. 125s have certainly improved a lot since my teens when you could ride 250s before taking your test. I think the old ones were just as quick, though. No Euro nonsense on them strangling the performance.
Another excellent video.
Thanks nik ...getting 390 today :)
What briefly were those mods?
Booster plug ?
@@markpulling12 No booster plug. Six holes drilled in the airbox, a K&N air filter and a different size sprocket [I'll find out which one]. According to the last owner, it transforms the bike: gives it even more low-down shove which allows the taller gearing.
@@user-sw2lv3zp6o thanks nik I was going to get a k and n ...I'll look into the hole drilling cheers
@@markpulling12 I got a reply from my bike's previous owner. The taller gearing, if you want it, was achieved by - 3 teeth on the rear, although the same result is achieved by + 1 on the front.
@@markpulling12
Is the engine of this bike 250cc only 125cc
Love your reviews, very concise, cover everything I would ask. I'm deciding between the gv125 and zonte zt125 g1.
Newcomer to the bike world at 57,
Don't want to look too big for bike at 5ft 9.so find your reviews very helpful
Thanks Jon I have a review on the g1 if you haven't seen it already
@@markpulling12 yes. Watched a few times plus all your other 125s lol
@@jonroberts495 which one are you siding with Jon? Im torn between the Aquila and G1 also, I’m a cruiser guy so I naturally like the VTwin Aquila but then the Zontes G1 is the most learner friendly bike there is
@@Dunkelzeitgeist sided and purchased hyosung gv, great bike, comfy, balanced, looks the part
@@jonroberts495 good choice! I do believe I’ll be doing the same, what kinda top speed and mpg are you getting?
Cool little wee twin. Only other one I remember was the Honda Varadero 125
Yes and wasn't the dragstar 125 a v twin ? Cheers mark
going for my cbt soon and was looking for a chopper esc bike as iv always loved my harleys so i think this could it even if it pricy
Really torn between this or the keeway v cruise. The review is awesome and slightly tipping it into the gv
Hi I haven't ridden the keyway but personally I'd go for the hyosung....the attention to detail is exquisite cheers mark
Looks bloody cool.
I thought so too :)
Certainly turned some heads
Looks a great little bike. I've watched you review on this and on the zontes zt 125 u1, just wondered which one you felt had the best build quality and possible longevity?
Hi Paul they are both about the same build quality...ie excellent..the hyosung was more exquisite with its detailing.... reliability wise they are equal really..as long as you look after them .... cheers mark
Nice looking 125. Did someone in the design department forget to make make the seat a little bit longer. So that it reaches the petrol tank ?? Good review as always. Cheers.
Hi Colin it's styled on the Harley sportster some of those have that gap :)
Cheers mark
125cc V twin? That is very interesting. I've heard good things about Hyosung, but for some reason they don't have much of a dealer network in Europe.
Thanks that little v twin 125 is a gem
Cheers mark
Brilliant as usual Mark, you remember your review of the RE Meteor 350, which of the two would you put first on perceived quality?
Hi very close but I'd say this Hyosung just wins in the build quality by a couple of points :)
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Ouch!!!
What wattage bulb does this take?
Very nice bike v twin sounds lovely great review mark like 👍
Cheers Andrew ☺️
Looks a beautiful bike but prefer the look of the older Aquila gv125 .. I’m new to motorbikes so there are 2 bike that you have reviewed that I’m interested in which is this one and your review of the Zontes ZT125-G1.. could you in your opinion tell me which is the better bike .. thanks
Hi Andy both are nice quality...the detailing on the hyosung is amazing with its v twin engine..I'd say the zontes is the one I'd go for because Its more my style...the gv is a cruiser ...but honestly there isn't much in it regards to being the better bike just depends on what you like the look of more ...the gv is a very low seat bike so if you are tall it may not fit you
Good luck.....mark
top vid mark, once again thanks. ps. whats your current bike at this time, .
Thanks Neale the tracer 9 gt :)
Very nice 125! Hope to see you review the new Zontes in the New year and some Motto Guzzis? (Oh and the BSA bike).
Thanks yes it's going to be a busy 2022 :)
Out of Interest which do you think is the better bike out of this and the Zontes ZT125-C that you recently reviewed? Great videos and very helpful when looking for a new bike!
Hi the hyosung is more exquisite with it's v twin engine....but the zontes is better value with the same performance....id go for the zontes
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12Thank you very much! 🙏
Hi Mark. As always thanks for your thorough review. Not to judge your foreign accent (-_-) but, it is pronounce aquila like aqua. A Q U EE L A. Its Italian for Eagle. Once again cheers
Thanks marcello ...I did watch and listen to a few other reviews saying " Aquila ". Tricky word lol 😆
Best regards mark
Even if it was done purposely that gap between seat and tank cannot be unseen...
A possible alternative is the *SINNIS Hoodlum*
lovely Lookin 125 good styling only one thing I was left wondering about was the gap from the front of the seat to the tank is that just a styling thing or is their a reason for it apart from that to me it's great . I f was to get a 125 for pooling around on that would be it . Cheers Mark good one : )
Thanks it's styled on the Harleys some of those have the gap :)
Lovely V sound. How do you manage to find all these interesting bikes? Great option!
Haha it's my hobby Daniel I live and breath bikes ....I'm always checking out the latest models :)
@@markpulling12 That's clearly the case! That's why I keep coming back for more!!
Fantastic video - thank you. Do you have any experience with Keeway v cruise 125 or the rkv 125? Very informative video!
Hi Simon funny enough I was looking at both yesterday at Poole Moto...may well do reviews on those in the future but I'm sure they wouldn't be that dissimilar to the hyosung
Best regards mark
@@markpulling12 Thanks, Mark. I've not been on a bike for almost 40 years and I'm doing my cbt next month. I love the look of the Aquila gv and the v cruise. I would love to hear the thoughts of someone who has ridden both. Your video was super helpful. Thank you👍
Hi Mark, this was really enjoyable to watch. I grew up in Poole and lived there all my life until my wife and I moved to Yorkshire 4 years ago. A trip down memory lane watching you ride down to the Harbour and Baiter!
I have one question, we just bought one of these after a 10 year break and it arrived yesterday. We can't seem to get the gears to show on the dash though? Any idea why?
Hi Adam if it's not showing then it may be a fault?
It should always show up
Is the bike new ...if so get the dealer to look at it for you ...sorry never heard of this problem before with gear indicators .. could just be a loose switch or something
Cheers mark
@Mark Pulling thanks mate, it's nearly new. Just 1k on the clock. 71 plate. It's getting its first proper run today, my wife is taking it to work and back - 30 miles each way. I think she loves it so far.
@@awartskibenor ok Adam great choice.... fabulous little v twin
@Mark Pulling so, just an update. 60 miles in, the wife absolutely LOVES it. Now, I'm looking to get on the insurance, too!
@@awartskibenor ahh brilliant Adam happy wife happy life i say ...they are a gem of a bike ... lovely detailing cheers mark
Currently torn between this bike and a Zontes g1, not the same style bikes but both a little something different.
How to you think the two bike match up?
Hi Martyn well you've probably picked two of the nicest quality 125s. I've ever ridden...the g1 is brilliant but for me I'd probably go for the exquisite v2 of the Hyosung
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 thanks for the quick reply, just to tie you down a little, why would you choose Hyosung?
I'm new to road bikes so any help would be great
Cheers Martyn
@@martynhughes8305 hi Martyn ...it's just the detailing and build quality is stunning for a 125 ... highly impressive..and it's a v twin :)
I heard BSA now has a new retro 650 single cylinder. Pls review it.
Definitely I've seen that too
Should be here in the uk next year
Cheers mark
Good review mark will you be reviewing the 300 version??
Hi Steven ....I'll see if the dealer is getting one in ...if so then yes ...I'd be very interested in the 300 for that bit more power and cruising ability.. but they are still good value about £4.2 k
@@markpulling12 if definitely be interested to see how the 300 compares to the RE meteor
It's really rare to see a multi cylinder 125cc motorcycle. Almost all of them are single cylinder bikes. I like that 💖💖👏🏼👏🏼
This one is the only V Twin as far as I know in the 125cc area
Cheers Roy ...years ago there were a few but I think it's the only one now
かっこいいバイクですね
I wish they sold this in the U.S. I have a 2006 Kawasaki Eliminator 125, but this looks better, AND it has the huge advantage of tubeless tires.
Not a fan of the looks but I don't like Harleys either, shame the seat and tank don't meet that's a bit strange but my biggest bug bear is the matt paint finish, who doesn't like polishing their tank, I know I do. Anyway if you only have an a1 I suppose it's a decent enough bike. Love your reviews even when I would not even consider buying the bike.
Thanks James 😊
Cannot fine this bike for sale in the USA. Any suggestions where to buy? Thank You
Hi it may not be available in the us
Have a look on their website if there are any USA dealers
Best wishes mark
Those motorcycles are still sold in the US under ATK dealerships
Do you know if they will be available in the USA
Hi Richard ...I did a quick Google search and it doesn't bring up Hyosung motorcycle in the states so sadly I think no
Cheers mark
Mirrors look very "tight" together..But it looks very nice.
Great wee bike.
I would seriously consider the 300cc version but this shares the same frame which is far too small for 6'4'' me 😭
Other manufacturers do the same with their 2500cc/400cc bikes.😭😭😭😭😭
Thanks they do a 300 version too which is good value aswell
Cheers mark
Better looking than the Honda Rebel.
I agree Jim :)
Where from I can buy this ?? In London
Hi if you Google Hyosung London area it should bring up a few dealers
Cheers mark :)
To be honest, it looks quite neat and tidy from up close. I was expecting worse workmanship.
Thanks Rene ....yes very impressed with it's build quality :)
First impression from this video: the engine and whole bike looks big, so why bother with a twin for such a small displacement? It does not go much faster than the Sinnis 125.
I know it's a crazy small v twin I guess they are just showing off their engineering skills. :)
Cheers mark
i like this unit,can you get it in the USA?
Try this link tony
www.hyosungmotorsusa.com/
Does this bike qualify for a cbt
Standard?
Yes David A1 licence all fine for CBT
Great bike btw
That gap between the seat and tank looks like a nutripper. Any problems on that department?
Hi no not at all...no probs with the gentleman's area :)
I was told it was to copy the style of Harleys apparently some of those have like a gap there
Cheers mark
@@markpulling12 Some seats for the Harley Davidson Sportster 883 Iron make some kind of gap over there, so that's where the inspiration comes from indeed.
Can you carry a pillion passenger ?
Hi yes but they would have to be small as the seat is the size of a postage stamp lol 🤣😆
Best wishes mark
2,500 mile service intervals. To me, that is one of the biggest problems with Chinese bikes, low service intervals. To someone that uses their bike every day, or most days, they could quite easily be servicing it every 2 months ( about 40 - 45 mile per day - 20 miles each way to work and back - which could easily happen ) I realise that might only mean changing the oil and filter, but still.
Not your fault, I realise, Mark, but a 125 Japanese bike would, more than likely have a much longer service interval, and wouldn't be that much more to buy than this bike.
Thanks for the feedback Geoff ...I guess with this bike in particular you're buying something quite exclusive ,it's not really your run of the mill 125 , service I understand ,but eventually I'd just do it myself it's so simple best regards mark
@@markpulling12 Yes, I guess so. I just checked the service interval on a Honda CB125 ( different sort of bike, I know ) It was 8,000klms, just shy of 5,000 miles. Not as much as I thought it would be. I suppose, 125cc bikes get thrashed everywhere, have less oil in them than larger bikes and, therefore, need more regular oil changes.
Sould have put my glasses on, I thought it said gv 1255 lol
Haha thanks Jake ...it does look bigger than a 125 :)
Looks good and solid!
To me though 125's are (were) 2 stroke and they had 25 to 30hp like the Cagiva C12R i have. It's on my channel if you want to take a peek 😉
Thanks James and what about the rs125 2 stroke ...full power ,:)
@@markpulling12 another good one but very unreliable, they used to cease like there's no tomorrow.
I love a 125 that isnt a single but I could never live with that gap between the seat and tank.. there is a 300 exactly the same as this..
Thanks yes I've seen the 300 ...it's the same bike :)
@@markpulling12 Hyosung always seem to make a mid weight bike and then do a 125 version that’s the same but the engine so they are usually too heavy/big for their power.
So disappointed that hyosung went the bobber look. So much smaller than its predecessors. I have a 2016 model and it has that big bike feel. Was about to buy this 2021 model today and was shocked at how much smaller it is 🥺 feels like a 125 now. Shame
Looks are subjective of course, but the fuel tank looks like an afterthought , awful. Each to their own.
Nice little bike, but alas, once again not available here in the colonies!
Thanks Peter. That's a shame
Looks fine if that’s your cup of tea, but for that amount of money I personally would buy good second hand Japanese, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha. My main reason is depreciation, horrendous losses on any new bike but much worse on this, the quality of engineering, and materials used are not of the standard I require or expect, this is one of the better alternatives being Korean as they have made some effort to use better quality metals but it’s well overpriced for what it is. These are just my opinions but it’s founded on nearly 50 years of riding motorcycle’s, There are other brands I’ve had experience with such as BMW but whilst at risk of ruffling more feathers I would say BMW lost their high standards of engineering and finishing about 20 years ago. This would be ok second hand, much reduced but at the asking price it’s just not a good deal
OK bike halogen lights no no not in this era come on Hyosung.
Larme Ente,