Cruisers
2012Hyosung GV250 Aquila
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The 2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila is a lightweight cruiser powered by a 249cc V-twin engine, ideal for beginner and novice riders seeking an affordable entry into cruiser-style motorcycling. Known for its accessible handling and manageable power delivery, it excels as a commuter and learner bike. Its air and oil-cooled engine provides dependable performance with classic cruiser aesthetics.
- Capacity
- 249.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 176.0 kg
- Seat height
- 709 mm
- Power
- 25.0 HP (18.4 kW) @ 10000 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 166.9 kg (368.0 pounds) | not listed |
| Rear suspension | Swing arm with Hyeraulic Double shock absorber | Swing arm with Hydraulic Double shock absorber (Preload adjustable) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built as a low-key cruiser for relaxed street riding rather than outright speed or performance.
- Built for
- It has a laid-back, classic cruiser personality driven by its air-cooled-feel 75-degree V-twin and modest torque output.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for riders seeking high-speed touring, aggressive cornering performance, or any kind of off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Official figures come from a gentle lab test - most riders use 10-30% more fuel than this, so expect less range in real riding, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Reliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →28
out of 100Below average
The Hyosung GV250 Aquila passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 76.9% of the time, 5.8 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 28% of models.
Bikes first registered in 2012 have 60 tests, too few for their own score, so this covers every year.
76.9%Passed first time
13.4%Failed outright
9.7%Fixed during test
7,000Typical miles
247Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
23
35
42
25
2001200720082009
Against its rivals · ranks 2 of 2
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Royal Enfield ThunderBird 350 | 61 Good | 117 |
| 2 | Hyosung GV250 Aquila | 28 Below average | 247 |
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
- 25.0 HP (18.4 kW) @ 10000 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 63 CO2 g/km
- EPA Est. Fuel Consumption
- 2.68 L/100km (87.8 US mpg)
- EPA CO Emissions
- 3.6 CO g/km
- Torque
- 22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1420 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 57.0 x 48.8 mm
- Compression
- 10.3:1
- Cooling system
- Oil & air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Aspiration
- Naturally aspirated
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
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
- 719 mm
- Overall height
- 1092 mm
- Seat height
- 709 mm
- Wet weight
- 176.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 14.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 150 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Front suspension
- Conventional fork
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm with Hydraulic Double shock absorber (Preload adjustable)
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. 2 pistons caliper
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 110/90-16
- Rear tyre
- 150/80-15
Maintenance
- Battery
- Yuasa: YTX9-BS (12 V 8 Ah)
Other
- Color options
- Black, white/black, red/black, black/orange
- Warranty
- 24
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 | 2010 | 2012 | 2013 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 248 cc | 248 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Dry weight | 160 kg | 160 kg | 167 kg | — | 176 kg | — |
| Seat height | 690 mm | 690 mm | 709 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 | Too few tests | 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 2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Capacity of 249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Hyosung GV250 Aquila have?
The 2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Power of 25.0 HP (18.4 kW) @ 10000 RPM.
How many gears does the Hyosung GV250 Aquila have?
The 2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
What is the torque of the Hyosung GV250 Aquila?
The 2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Torque of 22.0 Nm (2.2 kgf-m or 16.2 ft.lbs) @ 7500 RPM.
How much does the Hyosung GV250 Aquila weigh?
The 2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila has a Wet weight of 176.0 kg (388.0 pounds).
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