Cruisers
2009Hyosung GV250 Aquila
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The 2009 Hyosung GV 250 is an approachable cruiser designed for beginner and intermediate riders seeking affordable cruiser styling. Its modest 27.8 horsepower V-twin engine and lightweight 167kg frame deliver easy handling and manageable performance, making it ideal for new riders wanting classic cruiser aesthetics without overwhelming power or expense.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Dry weight
- 167.0 kg
- Seat height
- 700 mm
- Power
- 27.8 HP (20.4 kW)
What’s new for the 2009 Hyosung GV250 Aquila
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 155.0 kg (341.7 pounds) | 167.0 kg (368.2 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed as an entry-level cruiser for relaxed street riding and short commutes rather than performance or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- It has classic cruiser looks with a V-twin burble but delivers modest, unhurried performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting strong acceleration, highway overtaking punch, or serious two-up touring comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →25
out of 100Below average
The 2009 Hyosung GV250 Aquila passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 76.3% of the time, 6.9 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 25% of models.
All years of this model: 28 / 100 (below average) from 247 tests.
76.3%Passed first time
11.1%Failed outright
12.6%Fixed during test
7,000Typical miles
135Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
23
35
42
25
2001200720082009
Against its rivals · ranks 5 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Enfield ThunderBird 350 | 61 Good | 117 |
| 2 | Yamaha XVS 250 DragStar | 61 Good | 2,676 |
| 3 | Honda CMX 250 Rebel | 50 Average | 3,675 |
| 4 | Kymco Venox 250 | 29 Below average | 427 |
| 5 | Hyosung GV250 Aquila | 28 Below average | 247 |
| 6 | AJS Regal-Raptor DD250E | 26 Below average | 109 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Power
- 27.8 HP (20.4 kW)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 5.0 CO g/km
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1665 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.0 x 48.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet Multi-Plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1500 mm
- Overall length
- 2270 mm
- Overall width
- 800 mm
- Overall height
- 1090 mm
- Seat height
- 700 mm
- Dry weight
- 167.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 176.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 155 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Telescopic
- Rear suspension
- Swing Arm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 110/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-M15
Maintenance
- Battery
- Yuasa: YTX9-BS (12 V 8 Ah)
Other
- Color options
- Grey/black, grey/red, balck/orange
Specs last verified against published sources: .
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2000 | 2004 | 2009 | 2010 | 2013 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 248 cc | 248 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 160 kg | 160 kg | 167 kg | 167 kg | 176 kg | — |
| Seat height | 690 mm | 690 mm | 700 mm | 709 mm | 709 mm | 710 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15 L | 15 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L | 14 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | Too few tests | 25 Below average | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Hyosung GV250 Aquila?
The 2009 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Hyosung GV250 Aquila have?
The 2009 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Power of 27.8 HP (20.4 kW).
How many gears does the Hyosung GV250 Aquila have?
The 2009 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Hyosung GV250 Aquila weigh?
The 2009 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Dry weight of 167.0 kg (368.2 pounds).
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