Steve
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About 3yrs ago Leovince were listing the GV650 replacement systems on ebay as being compatible with the ST7. Looking at the parts diagrams for both there does seem to be minor mounting differences though, in any case I’ve not seen these listed for a while.
It’s a shame as the standard ST7 silencers are rather large and inelegant imo. Also rather quiet even for this elderly person.
Just be careful with the drive pulley / belt when re-assembled. At my last MOT the garage found what I feared to be a clutch rattle was in fact the pulley coming loose and making a freedom bid! Not something I’d kept an eye on during (basic) maintenance.
Thanks Marcel.
The good news is when connected to a digital (in other words accurate) voltmeter I’m getting pretty much what you describe, though of course the ST7 has no tacho so I just give it a good rev 🙂
I’ll send you a message re a replacement switch.
My side stand switch failure was involved in my 3mph crash a year or so ago and was promptly removed from the circuit.
Regards, Steve.
My ST7 takes about that to lose the first two segments, especially if I’ve been careful to fill the tank to brimming.
Certainly the last two segments disappear rather quicker which is fine once you’ve got a grip on approx how much fuel you’ve got left. The gauge is sometimes rather slow to react however and can be affected at lower fuel levels by gradient, acceleration and braking.
I’m not sure if it’s similar across the range but the ST7 has the last segment go into flashing mode when your’ve really low, I reckon I’ve got about 10 miles (at 45mph, top gear) left then so enter personal panic mode here in the Welsh wilds.
Regards, Steve.
Mostly I agree with the above that the history of a bike is more important than the tank badge, in most cases. I suspect those living outside fare the worse.
One of the few advantages of being 67 and a lifelong biker is an experience of many bikes of varying makes and age.
So far I’ve owned 37 motorcycles, only 3 of them from new. The quality of the ST7 I bought when it was 4yrs old with 3800mls on the clock stands up pretty well. I did some reading before purchase so was prepared for the rectifier/stator issue, both replaced after 500 miles and no issues since.
The only electrical issue since was the sidestand switch failing, I partly blame myself for that as I’d allowed it to get engulfed in crud.
It will not surprise anyone that the make with most electrical issues was Cossack, before they switched importers to Neval. My Planeta 350 single (new) was horrible, turn the handlebars and a couple of connectors would break or separate somewhere. They’d wired the oil light in reverse so “on” meant oil was being pumped, took me some anxious miles to figure that out.
Otherwise only the Enfield India 350 (new) and a ropey ex-police Tiger 650 Triumph repeatedly failed electrically. Even the Ural 750 which had the “hand grenade” alternator worked fine. My James 197 did catch fire once though.
I also admit to not liking EFI rather than carbs, but then I’m a bit old 🙂 Replacing the in-tank fuel pump in a Guzzi made me thankful for my boy sized hands.
The finish on the Hyosung seems pretty decent as well, no quick rusting bits yet though the exhaust headpipe bolts have some very slight tarnish. I’ve had a few japanese m/c where the finish on the engine cases turned into a form of metal cheese after a couple of uk winters so they are not immune from faults.
Just my 5p worth.
Nice bike Geoffrey! I have a ST7 in white which I like far more than I thought I would.
A lot of people are put off by the imposing apparent size of the ST7 but its actually an easy bike to maneuver due to the weight being low down and the very low seat. I bought mine in part due to the low seat as I have a painfull hip, sitting onthe ST7 is the most comfortable I feel all day however my wife has refused to let me park it in front of the tv of an evening.
My 3 years of ownership have mostly been problem free apart from a sidestand switch issue (they get crudded up and corrode) and the known alternator/regulator issue. My alternator failed and was replaced by a cheapo version via Amazon which has been fine for a couple of years now. For peace of mind I fitted a handlebar voltmeter. I do wonder if the start cluch issues have some connection to marginal charging sometimes, even when everythings fully charged the starter motor can sound a little lazy but so far has always done the job.
Let us know how the project develops. Regards, Steve.
Exploring the Hyosung Parts lists it does seem rather more parts were changed for the ST7 than was really required, though some bits (like levers) look identical but have different part numbers.
I wonder if one of the still occasionally available GV650 aftermarket exhaust systems would fit my ST7 ?
My recent “falls off at 3mph” accident was caused by the kickstand switch killing the engine while moving so I’m not a fan really. It took me a while to figure what had happened, I got moving by (as Marcel indicates) simply shorting the wires leading to the switch.
My switch seems to have locked (I mean really, really stuck) indicating the stand is out even when fully retracted (? dirt & vibration) so I’ve tidied up the wires to it leaving it always shorted for now.
I think these switches get neglected and need a little TLC occasionally as in a vunerable position.
Regards, Steve.
Yes he’s right
but sorry to say you are not unique as I’ve owned my for 8yrs and still enjoy the attention it gets RegardsWell done that man 🙂
I’ve had mine for 2yrs now and as you say it gets attention while people try to guess what make it is.
The only issues I’ve had was the notorious stator fail which I replaced and the sidestand sensor locking on last week. Basically while tootling up to a junction at 4mph the bike stalled dead as the sidestand cutout decided to, well, cutout. I toppled over gracefully in response. It took me a while to figure out the switch under the frame was stuck on.
The best thing about the ST7 imo is the seat/riding position. It’s the most comfortable bike I’ve owned. I have a slight hip problem which makes driving a car or even sitting down uncomfortable. On the ST7 i’m in heaven, my wife jokes about parking it in the living room so I can watch tv for longer with her.
Regards, Steve.
Thanks Marcel.
I’ve made the purchase, just need to get the bike mot’d for summer asap. I will look at replacing both brake and clutch levers in the future as even with the adjustments I never found them that comfortable.
On the other hand I’ve found out if the ST7 falls over on that side the standard lever is about the only thing that takes damage. Not a scratch on the tank and only a tiny mark on the exhaust 🙂
Cheers, Steve.
Hi David, I’m also pretty new to Hyosungs and this group. In more normal times I’d be riding into Southampton every couple of weeks or so for the footy but that may have to wait until next season now. Just remember it’s not a mid life crisis, it’s a mature, rational decision to express your freewheeling nature 🙂
