'08 Hyosung GV650 Avitar
Designation: GV650
Base Price: $6299; as tested $6599 (two-tone paint)
Colors: Gray, black, blue, orange/black, gray/orange
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Type: Water-cooled, 90-deg. V-twin
Displacement/Bore X Stroke: 647cc, N/A
Valve Train: DOHC; 2 intake, 2 exhaust valves/cyl.
Compression: 11.6:1
Fuel system: Two 39mm carburetors
Lubrication: N/A
Recommended Fuel: 87 octane
Transmission: Wet clutch, 5 speeds
Final Drive: Belt
Chassis
Overall Length: 95.6 in.
Wheelbase: 66.9 in.
Wet Weight: 527 lb
GVWR: 904 lb
Seat Height: 31.3 in.
Rake/Trail: N/A
Wheels: 3-spoke cast, 18 x 3.5 in.
front, 17 x 5.5 in. rear
Front Tire: 120/70-18 Bridgestone
Rear Tire: 180/55-17 Bridgestone
Front Brake: 300 mm discs; 2 pistons/ caliper
Rear Brake: 230mm disc
Front Suspension: 43mm inverted fork, 5.1 in. travel, compression and rebound damping adjustments
Rear Suspension: 2 dampers, 2.6 in. travel, preload-adjustable
Fuel Capacity: 4.5 gal.
Handlebar Width: 32 in.
Electrical
Charging Output: N/A
Battery: N/A
Lighting: 55/60-watt headlight, LED taillight
Instruments: Fluorescent display for speed, odometer, 2 tripmeters, fuel and engine temperature; indicators for turn signal, neutral, high beam, oil and fuel injection; hazard and passing light switches.
Performance
Fuel Mileage: 40.1-51.5 mpg, 45.0 avg.
Average Range: 203 miles
Horsepower (claimed): 70.2 @ 9000 rpm
Torque (MEAS.): 45.4 lb-ft @ 7500 rpm