Hyosung Launches 2013 GT650R and Aquila GV650 PRO in India

South Korean auto major Hyosung with its Indian partner DSK has launched two new bikes in India to expand their portfolio in the country. The craze of superbikes and premium cruisers is increasing in India, therefore they launched 2013 Aquila GV650 PRO cruiser and revamped GT650R sports bike at very competative prices of Rs. 4.99 lakh and Rs, 4.79 lakh respectively (ex-showroom, Delhi). The bookings have been intiated with immediate effect across the country on DSK-Hyosung dealerships.

The Aquila GV650 Pro is the second cruiser bike in India after the ST7, which is a typical laid back cruiser meant to ride the torque, while the GV650 sleeker looking power cruiser to go after the sport bikes. With the introduction of Aquila GV650 in India the Aquila moniker has made a re-entry in India. The cruiser Aquila Pro (650cc) will be available in three colour variants - Red, Silver & Black. While the 2013 edition of Hyosung GT650R will be available in 3 color variants - Titanium White, Titanium Red and Titanium Black.

Powered by a V twin-cylinder, oil-cooled 4-stroke engine, Aquila Pro produces 74Bhp of maximum power at 9000 rpm, and 62.1 of maximum torque at 7500 rpm. The bike has a top speed of 195kmph. The Aquila Pro which is a sports cruiser is one of the best looking cruisers in town .It gives exceptional stability and balance - and is designed for highly comfortable cruising. The most striking feature is the sporty style of the cruiser which dazzles with an abundance of chrome.

Both the newly-launched super bikes seriously up the oomph factor of speed by several notches. DSK along with Hyosung are currently selling four super bikes – GT250R, GT650R, GT650N, and the ST7 which are big hit among the bike aficionados. Addition of these two new superbikes into the DSK Hyosung product portfolio in India will make DSK Hyosung the only superbike company to offer products ranging from 250cc to 700cc.

Sharing his thoughts at the launch of the super bikes, Mr. Shirish Kulkarni, Managing Director, DSK Hyosung said, “We are very passionate about promoting superbiking culture in India by introducing niche products for our valuable customers and superbiking fraternity as a whole. Aquila Pro as our campaign says ‘soul of a cruiser, heart of a racer’ is one of the best looking cruisers I have ever seen .It is basically about fun and the sheer joy of riding. When it comes to the newly launched GT650R - 2013 its sheer racing style is going to the win the hearts of lovers of super sports bike in India”.

“The launch of both the bikes once again shows DSK and Hyosung’s commitment towards the super bike enthusiast in India. The DSK and Hyosung association also portrays the dedication to develop truly unique super bikes that offer the perfect symbiosis of design, character and performance. Today, our innovation and expertise has created a range of bikes, from cutting edge sports bikes to retro-classics and sports cruisers. Our products offer something for everyone in the super biking segment”, he further added. Speaking on the occasion Jimmy Park, Managing Director, S&T Motors said, “I am really proud to be a part of this historic occasion. I sincerely thank DSK Group to take the brand Hyosung ahead and make it popular among the ever growing super biking community in India. The launch of two super bikes once again reiterates our ever growing bond of trust and reliability. I am confident that like our other products these two bikes will appeal to the super bikers in India.”

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Specifications:

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Price in India: Rs. 4.99 Lakh (Ex-Showroom, Delhi)

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Dimensions:

Overall Length: 2330mm

Overall Height: 1150mm

Overall Width: 840mm

Wheel Base: 1700mm

Seat Height: 690mm

Fuel Tank Capacity: 15.8 litre

Curb Weight: 232 kg

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Brake:

Brake-Front: 300mm Semi floating double discs, 2 pistons calipers

Brake-Rear: 270mm Single disc, 2 pistons caliper

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Suspension:

Suspension-Front: 41mm Upside down Telescopic (Compression, Rebound damping adjustable)

Suspension-Rear: Swing arm with Hydraulic Double shock absorber (Preload adjustable)

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Tyres:

Front: 120/70 ZR-18

Rear: 180/55 ZR-17

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Engine and Power:

Type: Liquid cooled DOHC 8-valve 90° V-twin

Displacement: 647cc

Bore x Stroke: 81.5 x 62

Compression Ratio: 11.5 : 1

Fuel System: Fuel injection

Lubrication: Wet sump

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Transmission

Transmission- Multiplate Wet Clutch

Gear: Constant mesh 5-Speed

Final Drive: Belt

2013 Hyosung Aquila GV650 PRO Mileage:

Mileage: 22kmpl

2013 Hyosung GT650R Specifications :

2013 Hyosung GT650R Price in India: Rs. 4.79 Lakh

2013 Hyosung GT650R Engine and Power:

Engine: 647cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 8-valve,V-twin

Power: 72.68 BHP @ 9000 RPM

Torque: 60.9 Nm @ 7500 RPM

2013 Hyosung GT650R Transmission and top Speed:

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Top Speed: 210 KMPH

0-100kmph: 5.5 seconds

2013 Hyosung GT650R Mileage:

Fuel Consumption: 17-18 kmpl (City), 20-22 kmpl (highway)

Fuel Type: Petrol

2013 Hyosung GT650R Suspension and Brakes:

Suspension: Inverted telescopic forks (front), linked monoshock (rear)

Tires: 120/60/17 (Front), 160/60/17 (Rear)

Brakes: 300 mm Ventilated Discs (Front), 230 mm Disc (Rear)

2013 Hyosung GT650R Dimensions

Overall length x width x height: 2095 mm X 700 mm X 1135 mm

Wheelbase: 1445 mm

Ground clearance: 165 mm

Fuel Tank Capacity: 17-liters

Kerb Weight: 215 kgs