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Only 50 people will get to ride this Hyosung superbike

December 25, 2013 09:44 IST

DSK Motowheels launched the Hyosung GT250R in India last year. The company also started an exclusive club for Hyosung owners called "HyRyders" which has completed its first year recently.

To mark the first anniversary, DSK has launched a signature edition GT250R which is a limited edition model (only 50 units will be made).

Only 50 people will get to ride this Hyosung superbike

December 25, 2013 09:44 IST

The Hyosung GT250R Signature Edition comes with body graphics and a new hurricane colour which boosts the appeal of this quarter-litre machine. The bike is priced at Rs 2.97 lakh (ex-showroom, Pune) and is powered by a 250cc, V-Twin engine which belts out 27.6 BHP of power and 22.07 Nm of torque, coupled to a 5-speed gearbox. 

Only 50 people will get to ride this Hyosung superbike

December 25, 2013 09:44 IST

The top speed of the GT250R is 140 km/hr. The Hyosung GT250R is the biggest bike in its class and comes with twin projector headlamps, adjustable rear sets, upside down forks and twin disc front brakes.

It rivals the Honda CBR250R and Kawasaki Ninja 300 in the Indian market.

Only 50 people will get to ride this Hyosung superbike

December 25, 2013 09:44 IST

The Hyosung GT250R takes styling inspiration from its big brother, the GT650R and that gives this motorcycle some serious presence on the roads. While it isn't the best seller in the segment due to the high price, it does offer unique big bike styling and sporty riding position to buyers.