Hyosung Aquila 125 Review: A Learner Friendly V-Twin Cruiser!

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[@jerryandnancywertzbaugher7778]

WOW, what a great starter bike! Too many reviews are showing 450lb+ 60hp+ $6,000+ bikes as so-called beginer bikes. Whcih is rediculess. We need to see more bikes like this.

[@LadybugAdventures]

Love the fact you do small cc reviews as well. The idea of a 125 twin is interesting but not something that would sway me. The styling for me is spot on. Reminds me of a mutt.

[@motobob]

Just sent back a Herald Brat 125 too so video coming soon on that too

[@fredmaldonado9204]

That is an excellent urban v-twin starter bike. And the company that makes it has been around for several years now. The quality is spot on with the styling. I am seriously considering to get this for myself. Save money and still have that classic look.

[@joedonnelly387]

Ay I thought starting the video off with more of your photography of the bike was a really good addition, some of those shots were gorgeous

[@motobob]

Cheers JD!

[@drdoolittle5724]

You are correct - quality/style/character bike for those who want light small cc machines!

[@murderdoggg]

I would love to have the little V-twin on a A1 bike that looks this great. It is something you would keep around after getting the larger bike license.

[@petermccarthy4525]

It looks amazing. I was looking at second hand bikes but they were always miles away so I went to Poole moto, saw a Keeway K light and pretty much bought it on the spot. I hadn’t considered a twin engine. The Keeway can do 65mph so a single, though less sophisticated, is fine. The K light also looks nice and is around 1k cheaper. Thanks for doing the video.

[@LordMaraTHBD]

I ride everyday an GV125 '06. It's upstanding 1/8L still rolling. Not so accelerating, bit I do changes for procomp oils and filters, and it works fine from 90 to 110kmh and more, reaching 123kmh GPS, under favorable conditions.✌😎

[@kimbuuu241]

where do you get the YH2622 and YH2635 parts of your bike??

[@GuruBikerTrash]

Great review, makes me want to add one to the "stable" ("76 Yam. XS650C and"82 Honda CB650SC Nighthawk)of bikes I have already! This would be great around my area! Thanks, Shiny Side UP!

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

Excellent job ! Always a great informative video !

[@motobob]

Cheers mate! 👍

[@hyosungsf50scooters80]

Although our channel is about Hyosung Scooters. Nice bike, looks like good quality build. The V-Twins rock.. Love the brand. Glad we found your channel.

[@tirloksingh9593]

I want to buy gt250r..where i can buy in delhi..is this bike exist..will u plz tell me where is the showroom in delhi and what about the after sell service

[@scottmcclure8933]

Sounds so cute!

[@Ollyctric]

Interesting comment about the air filter. I'm a bit on the short side and things jabbing in to one's thighs are one of the reasons I didn't buy the Benelli Motobi 200 EFI / Keeway Superlight. The V-twin engine might look great, but it only tops out at the legal limit of 14bhp and the exhaust note is a bit mediocre. How would you compare it with the Keeway K-Light or the Sinnis Hoodlum?

[@ChrisC-yw8pk]

Would love to see a review of the Hyosung GT125R , great video man!

[@motobob]

Cheers Chris!

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Same here! It’s great that you review such a broad spectrum of bikes. 👍😎

[@glennoc8585]

For the money looks nice. Do you know if you can convert to two brake by lever instead of foot?

[@LINKchris87]

Iwas thinking "why does it look SO good?" till I realized it's because it has a VERY similar appearance to the 500cc Honda Rebel. Awesome bike btw (the Rebel, I mean).

[@davidknowles3459]

The Honda Rebel in my opinion,is a real dog's dinner.And it's not a V twin like this tiddler!

[@campo2309]

I'm considering to get one of this bikes. Cool design

[@porkscratchings5428]

Great review thanks, I’m looking at a 125 learner just passed my CBT and it’s a minefield out there lol. My budget was about 4 grand plus about 600 -700 notes for insurance for London. I was toying between FB Mondial HPS, AJS Scrambler, Mutt Hilts but the more I look, I see a lot of 125’ers on the same frame and clone GN engine….. so this is different and looks meaty. One to look at aswell thanks. Cheers 👍🍻

[@TheSS986]

What did you get in the end?

[@yankleber]

Very cool second motorcycle for city use. I really would have one.

[@crazymotorcycle]

I am really looking to get one like the style of it, just wondering I am 6ft4 will I have problems with it ?.

[@PortfolioPlace]

Hi, what do you use for recording your voice while you ride?

[@TurquoiseTree]

when you next review could you show a view of you on the side with riding position ?

[@robbikebob]

At 17 I'd have donated my left happy sack for a bike like that! It looks fantastic. Unfortunately, plonk an overweight 45 year old on one and it would look less cool. Also the price is a bit steep. Think of the range of used bikes that are open to you for that money. Lastly, those side mounted filters are a real pain. They work with dedicated forward controls but not with mid pegs. I was close to buying an XV 950 when they came out but when I sat on one the filter jabbed into my inside knee and was massively uncomfortable. My old vulcan 750 had a V with its filter mounted next to the front cylinder and made much more sense.

[@allanb52]

There is a KZbin video of a guy riding from Paris to the Ukraine last year and the bike was faultless. What sort of mpg do you get?

[@theunknownmarket1198]

cannot find this bike for sale anywhere in the USA. Where to buy? Thanks

[@someguynamedglen]

I think it looks like the current Honda Rebel, but with a V-twin. And those tires look like a copy of the Conti Trail Attack 2. Nice review!

[@motobob]

Cheers G!

[@sathishrao7926]

This is a surprise inclusion for review for sure ! It’s a good looking bike and competes with my Kawasaki Vulcan S in terms of looks !

[@tijmenwobben]

A pretty nice bike. 125's are cool!

[@shakeebahmer]

Thanks for reviewing the 125 Bob. Please review 300 should you get hands on one. 😀

[@motobob]

Will try!

[@hmmmm6164]

Was looking at this and a keeyway superlight 125 just seeing which is best value for new 41 year old rider. Currently running a 50cc on grampa licence lol

[@MdmazedurRahman]

Can I get it directly at Bangladesh??? What will be theyo tprice

[@NorfolknStealth]

Looks great..

[@glenvilleblidgeon2846]

Very interesting points video was very good and I think I would have that bike

[@sexykjetil]

Would be my dream bike as a 16 year old

[@samihasib]

Your reviews are refined and polished version of a commoner named TMF @themissenderflyer I always knew that you have connections to the royal family.

[@koushikmahbubmijan9615]

Outstanding bike

[@marlucigalpoes3640]

É perfeita, linda, quando vai chegar no Brasil?????

[@brianmcmanus4690]

What the...?? A V-twin 125cc?? Had no idea these even existed. Intriguing.

[@kenmillete8552]

Dude, search for "Millyard Honda SS100 V-twin" you'll be surprised 😊😊

[@glenmack3640]

I’d spend the extra and enjoy riding it, looks real good

[@ojitosazules1891]

What is the top speed

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

It looks a lot better than the Honda Rebel 300 and 500. I'd have loved this at 18.

[@motobob]

Me too!

[@MoroMagrew]

We have a 300cc version of the same bike over here in Hong Kong (and I assume other Asian markets?) looks like the same frame, wheels, tank, all that except the engine. I was tempted by it, but I just couldn’t get on board with the looks. Something about that gap between the tank and the seat really put me off.

[@kevinli5082]

that's the bobber style, lots of people get confused for it

[@G58]

Honda’s XL125 Varadero was the best in this class.

[@SweBeach2023]

I fully agree. Bought a 2005 model of the Varadero a year ago and while it's obviously underpowered compared to the 100+ HP bikes I'm used to I'm so impressed with how well it deals with city traffic while at the same time allowing even "longer" (well, 50-100 km) trips without the tiring vibrations normally associated with single cylinder bikes.

[@G58]

@@SweBeach2023 Thank you for your reply. Great choice. Ride safe.

[@sajidahmedsimon4996]

How much cost

[@samarthpandey9835]

Is it available in india

[@HierNameneingeben]

i've bought one. Waiting for it to be shipped...

[@zureroomsoesheh8026]

You got it yet?

[@kevindarkstar]

That exhaust looks pants and surely it should be capable of doing 70+ mph after all the honda Varadero was a V twin and same bhp which was a 70mph bike

[@Juice-ms5xc]

That's what I'm saying - 58mph?! Pants!

[@kimbuuu241]

max speed?

[@SuperSneakySteve]

Cool bike, but I can't see anyone taking that over a Rebel.

[@LanceChee]

Looks good...surprising 14hp from a 125cc! Water cooled?

[@kevindarkstar]

Yes, you can clearly see the expansion tank below the headstock and also the radiator in front

[@oo8663]

They can build a 650 later, they have the engine. It will sell, cheaper than the Forty Eight and Boober Black, better looking than the Rebel and V9 Bobber.

[@SavioureG]

Yes but their bikes are build like crap, may look better than a Rebel but a Rebel would outlive it even if you ignore servicing, THATS how bad Hyosungs are.

[@counteroffensivedetachment2371]

unfortunately the motorbike did not enter the Indonesian market even though it is very suitable for the traffic situation here because the motorbike with big cc is seems useless with the traffic jam

[@marktipper4948]

Would this be OK for someone who has never driven a motorbike?

[@bartsouffriau4773]

I’ve never driven a bike before this one and I must say; it is a IDEAL starter bike. Very good balance and very responsive.

[@RevZolution]

Good video. I've just taken possession of one for a review. Hopefully you'll get time at some point to check mine out 👍

[@Bigma6400]

I just hate how in europe u can drive a sports car even a supercar at 18 but not a bike over 125cc

[@peterryan7827]

A very interesting ride,i was just very surprised to hear you say top speed 55 mph, but i am no mechanic and obviously do not fully understand how the v engine worksi had a suzuki van van before and that did go a little faster,And i am looking around for a new bike again right now,and was hoping for at least 60 mph ,anyway thanks

[@Orbixal]

I have the 2021 version of this bike and I can get her to about 66 on flat roads. But doubt you will find many 125cc that can go much more faster than that. Not really meant as speed machines

[@niteworlok]

I was told by the local retailer of these that they would do easily 70 even with someone my weight.. I decided to buy a Mutt which is a much better built bike IMO and happily do 60 on the nationals even as a fattie!

[@georgebushaway5833]

Very sexy. Might have to get one. I really like it. Could always mod it myself, make it sound of a bigger bike.

[@DrMrtst]

It could be the perfect 125 cruiser, but why couldnt they place the pegs some cm fruther forward, make the sound a bit fuller and robust and give it 1 HP more? The biggest problem really is the sound for me, its like a mowing machine!

[@georgegeorgakopoulos5956]

125cc,V2 ,water cooled?Is this a first?

[@eirikramsfjell5008]

No, honda made an engine like that which they put in the varadero 125 and shadow 125.

[@dacentabaal]

The AJS Highway Star is the other bike that's V-Twin, those are the only two currently, I'm torn between the two tbf Also have you had it at full throttle for top speed? Because other reviewers have been stating a top speed of 65-70mph for this. I want to get another small manual again, but my current scooter travels easily over 70mph without issues and I always assumed manuals were better at top end speeds that automatics

[@chrisali2173]

I think the Motori Box 125 is a twin as well.

[@hunhwasong8800]

the top speed of aquila 125 is around 110 to 120 km/hour

[@stevencurtis-rich4178]

Good video just a shame that give it a few wet commutes and it will start turning into a rusty nail.

[@milano3239]

Is that true or is that speculation based? Greetings ✌🏼

[@stevencurtis-rich4178]

@@milano3239 from experience of seeing various cheap Chinese motorbikes, this being one of them, the quality of materials used is low (as reflected in the price), bit of rain and road salt, rust appearing everywhere. You would be better off buying a used 125 Honda, Kawasaki etc.

[@sasmalta75]

@@stevencurtis-rich4178 actually its a South Korean bike

[@iandavey3785]

Nice looking bike. But not quick enough to keep up with moden day traffic. Thats where alot of 125cc makers go wrong. I think every 125cc top speed should be 70mph. And a bit more poke on the power level. So u can get out of harms way, when u need to.

[@gerardvoughnfaust4167]

125 two cylinder of any form has a big difference than having a 200cc single cylinder only.

[@TheZooness]

10k on a cruiser vtwin? That alone makes this a fun beginner bike.

[@alberto14ro95]

This motorcycle is perfect for a 16-year-old's license

[@miquelpeeters3731]

I put a custom open pipe on mine, sounds way better now. Like a real chopper 😂

[@dsj66u]

How fast top end does it go

[@milano3239]

Thats the right thing to do 😅. And did you fabricate it on your own or did you bought it somewhere ?✌🏼

[@Rapscallion2009]

For me, it's lovely that it's a v-twin. But if you look you can find similar bikes with single-cylinder engines for over a grand less, brand new. I think the premium for the v-twin is too much. Especially for a 17/18 year old. It's nicer, but nearing 50% when it doesn't offer any more performance and is mainly an aesthetic change.... I dunno. If you're buying it as a cheap commuter then you probably don't care about the v-twin and if you're buying it as a learner bike on the way to something bigger you probably don't want to spend that much. So... Nice, but worth the extra??

[@danielpetit2186]

This bike looks like some kind of monstrous mutation that’s escaped from the laboratory of some mad mechanic... Truly grotesque!

[@robinroma6285]

That gap between seat and tank though...not diggin that

[@FTC2929]

Most probably that gap is for the shorties who have tough time reaching the handles...And then they got bigger balls ...so those balls can rest in between that gap? :p

[@OfficialJGorman]

Cracking bike for the money; but… the Honda Forza 125 is an even better bike albeit for 5k brand new, and its twist and go which just makes for a smoother ride; and to boot, it’s nippy off the lights and smooth as to ride. I’m torn whether to buy another Forza or this one. Perhaps the storage under the Forza seat might twist my arm, as you can fit 2 helmets it in, or three full carrier bags in it too.

[@guitar91esp]

What helmet is that?

[@motobob]

Nexx XG100R

[@guitar91esp]

MOTOBOB thanks. Will definitely add that in my inventory in the future. I would really like to hear your thoughts on the Royal Enfield 650 twins. Did you get a chance to test ride them?

[@TheBinoyVudi]

125 vtwin. Hmmm.. that's a first !

[@gruxalfa]

125cc 🤔🧐 not 125c-inches ?

[@littleboxingboy]

No that’s like over 2000cc

[@zureroomsoesheh8026]

Lmao

[@AbdurrahmanZedSaeed]

2 cyl 125 cc?????

[@AbdurrahmanZedSaeed]

@flip inheck yeah.. i mean in modern era, isn't 125 with 2 cyl will needing more fuel?

[@ataboyboyboy8895]

14 bhp and can only do 55mph?

[@clevernduruza8624]

Usually the gearing

[@jackhewison5246]

"Yamaha Varado" should say Honda Varadero.

[@SSRaskar]

vtwin for a 125cc bike just does not fit in. 125cc you clearly aren't buying for showing off your buff cruiser. single cylinder is the best because i guess the mileage can be better on it so win win on both ides as also run you a bit cheap

[@SweBeach2023]

I have used single cylinder 125 cc bikes for many miles, and while a twin is not faster (same 13-14 HP) they are far more comfortable on longer trips since the vibrations from the pistons moving up and down are kept to a minimum.

[@fuaaaaa]

現在、日本時間4時59分 ５分前ってなってるから、 4時44分にアップ？

[@hauptberuflichergandalf3238]

15 hp is the limit

[@gerry343]

Can't see the point of it. Surely most novice riders would buy a cheaper single, get a full licence and then get a bigger bike.

[@yellowscarlightningscream8347]

Who's the manufacturer ??

[@chrispekel5709]

Hyosung. South korean.

[@jasoncatt]

No mention of their appalling build quality? I'd never buy another.

[@jasoncatt]

@@ThEOlSnAkEHiPs Best avoided. Although I have heard they are improving, I had also heard that for several years before I bought mine. IN the first 6,000km I had to replace the rectifier, stator and the entire clutch assembly. Not a good look. My mechanic said that the components were rough, not made to fine tolerances and that the clutch was likely to fail prematurely again. Mine was the GV650 custom - nice looking bike but just badly made.

[@worthyo]

@@jasoncatt the bike made in China these days are far better than the bloke who commented before,saying about quality etc,most components are made in China so what’s so bad? Some KZbin comments should be removed for bullshat

[@worthyo]

Don’t comment on things you obviously know zero about, apart from trolling and bullshit

[@SavioureG]

Hyosung know how to make good looking bikes, that said, Garbage company, i urge people to stay away from it. Bough a GT 650 R once and i regretted it, never gonna touch Hyosung ever again.

[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Details?

[@SavioureG]

@@user-sw2lv3zp6o I bought a Hyosung GT650R (year model 2005) last year. The bike was used bought I had it inspected and besides needing a new chain and new brake fluid the bike was fine. The bike only had 2000km on it so it practically wasn't used much. I ride the bike for a month and I already had issues, the first being the clutch not being able to recognize neutral and second the brake lights. I took out the gear disks and discovered that one of them was bent, after correcting it the shifter was working smoothly. A while later and the bike had issues starting up, this become especially apparent as the temperatures got colder (the bike was carborated), then the display started to develop issues where the dial would be pushed up every time i turn off the bike, then when I took the bike for maintenance and wanted to clean it the oil glass came off and fell in the engine (naturally oil was leaking out as a result) and that was the last freakin straw for me, I fixed the glass and I put the bike up for sale for euros 1200 (bought it for euros 2000), when a buyer showed up the engine stopped working completely (even though I gave the damn thing fresh new oil and even fresh new engine coolant) so I was forced to sell the thing for 400. Mind you because the brand isn't well supported in europe finding spare parts is HELL, if you live in Asia then I suppose it would be a safer bet, but in europe (and probably the USA) avoid at all costs, their bikes look good and cheap and may run well initially but as soon as 1 problem shows up you are pretty much SCREWED (and good luck selling the thing too because nobody knows what a Hyosung is), thats my full story.

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

Not bad looking but the 125cc is a real disappointment. This bike deserves a 250-300cc twin cylinder. Anything up to 500cc would fill the void where harley won't go.

[@user-it3nk4ml8f]

이걸 리뷰하네

[@titiblues6374]

le mec il essai une moto en ville ,achètes toi un scooter....

[@sulemax9907]

125cc? Really?

[@davidg4026]

Exhaust sounds like a scooter!

[@motobob]

Well... a v-twin scooter 😂 honestly it sounds much better than a single 125

[@zureroomsoesheh8026]

@@motobob will it sound better with an aftermarket exhaust?

[@Lee-70ish]

Anything under 250 only needs one pot.

[@zureroomsoesheh8026]

Twins sound way better too in my opinion

[@sebastiansibley7357]

Horrible company

[@zureroomsoesheh8026]

Can you explain why?

[@Surfinbadger]

Excuse the helmet.........how about the shite music in the intro

[@greywolf5067]

Lewisham 🤓

[@treffenxp]

The walk 'real' bikers talk about 'small" bikes... Only in the West, the rest of the world doesnt have this gay prejudice

[@jeffreygumz7140]

Worst starter bike, Chinese motorcycles are far better than this one....worthless