The South Korean motorcycle manufacturer Hyosung is one of the few brands from the Asian country that has managed to make a global impression. Their models are particularly popular in Europe, where license restrictions limit the displacement and performance available to beginner riders. In France, the brand is distributed by SIMA, which recently launched a new small-displacement cruiser, the GV300S-Evo.
The Hyosung GV300S-Evo was designed as the successor to the brand’s Bobber 300. It has received upgraded equipment and enhanced features, giving it a more premium look. To start with, the bike gets LED lights in the front and rear, as well as a full LCD instrument panel complete with a gear shift indicator. Hyosung has also included a handy USB outlet for added convenience, both in the city and on longer trips outside the city.
In terms of performance, the Hyosung GV300S-Evo retains the same engine as the Bobber 300. Small-displacement twin-cylinder engines like this are not very common, and in the case of the GV300S-Evo, it is a 296 cc liquid-cooled twin-cylinder engine with fuel injection, delivering a maximum power of 29.8 hp at 8,500 rpm and 25.6 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. Power is also sent to the rear wheel through a six-speed manual transmission.
The new Hyosung GV300S-Evo is supported by a dual-beam steel frame. It features an inverted front fork – a notable upgrade compared to the standard telescopic units of its predecessor. However, the rear suspension is handled by a pair of preload-adjustable shock absorbers. In terms of price and availability, the Hyosung GV300S-Evo is already available through the brand’s French distributors. Its retail price is €5,299, currently there is no official information if this model will reach the national market, only the GV300S series model exists.
