Shanyang SY250-17B vs Hyosung GV250 Aquila (2016)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Shanyang SY250-17Bstacks up against the Hyosung GV250 Aquila. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Shanyang SY250-17B | Hyosung GV250 Aquila |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2016 | 2013 |
| Price | — | $3,999 |
| Engine | 249 cc | 249 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 25 hp |
| Torque | — | 22 Nm |
| Weight | — | 176 kg |
| Seat height | — | 28 mm |
| Fuel capacity | — | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 2 pistons caliper |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 110/90-16 / 130/90-15 | 110/90-16 / 150/80-15 |
Shanyang SY250-17B vs Hyosung GV250 Aquila — which should you buy?
Picking between the Shanyang SY250-17B and the Hyosung GV250 Aquila usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Shanyang SY250-17B brings its published horsepower, while the Hyosung GV250 Aquila counters with 25 hp at 176 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike:

