Hyosung ST 700i

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Hyosung ST 700i

Make Model	Hyosung ST 700i
Year	2011 - 12
Engine	Four stroke, 90° V twin, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder.
Capacity	647 cc / 39.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	81.5 x 62 mm
Cooling	Liquid cooled
Compression Ratio	11.6:1
Lubrication	Wet sump
Engine Oil	Semi-Synthetic, 10W/40
Induction	Fuel injection
Ignition	Digital CDI
Spark Plug	NGK, CR8E
Starting	Electric
Max Power	47 kW / 63 hp @ 8250rpm
Max Torque	58 Nm / 42.7 lb-ft @ 7500rpm
Clutch	Wet, multiple discs, cable operated
Transmission	6 Speed
Final Drive	Belt
Frame	Steel, double pipe
Front Suspension	41mm Conventional
Rear Suspension	Suspension Dual shock / adjustable preload
Front Brakes	2x 300mm discs
Rear Brakes	Single 230mm disc
Front Tyre	120/80 -16
Rear Tyre	170/80 -15
Dimensions	Length 2470 mm / 97.2 in Width 960 mm / 37.7 in Height 1135 mm / 44.6 in
Wheelbase	1690 mm / 66.54 in
Ground Clearance	160 mm / 6.2 in
Seat Height	675 mm / 26.2 in
Dry Weight	229 kg / 504 lbs
Wet Weight	244 kg / 538 lbs
Fuel Capacity	17 Litres / 4.5 US gal

If there is one invention in the American motorcycle canon that continues to influence the world, it's the chopper.

This idiosyncratic counter-culture creation of independence and rebellion, born out of America's tumultuous 60s, is still revered around the globe with romantic leanings, standing as a symbol of individualism.

South Korea's largest motorcycle manufacturer, Hyosung, is embracing the heavy cruiser heritage and unveiled their own interpretation of the chopper at Intermot 2010 in the form of the Hyosung ST 700i.

Proudly proclaiming their newest creation as a modern chopper in the American cruiser tradition, the ST 700i possesses a V-twin engine, low slung seat, twin pipe exhaust with slash cut tips and swept back bars.

The 680cc, fuel-injected engine produces 63 horsepower and runs through a 5-speed gearbox with final belt drive. Borrowing from the classic chopper persona, this Hyosung motorcycle promises plenty of torque, for the all-important aspect of acceleration, as well as touring comfort.

The ST 700i is wrapped up in plenty of chrome, which sets off the impressive heavy custom persona that is surprisingly imposing for a motorcycle manufactured in South Korea-a country traditionally known for small displacement scooters and 2-stroke motorcycles.

Marketing materials proclaim premium brakes and an abundance of classic chopper features such as stylish cast wheels, big, sweeping fenders, and the absolutely necessary "fine-sounding exhaust."

Easy to read instrument cluster and speedometer is mounted on the crest of the 17-liter fuel tank. Adjustable shocks, large mirrors and plush seat are designed to accommodate rider and passenger.

The whole package plays into Hyosung's desire to produce a purebred custom cruiser motorcycle to take on the vaunted realm of chopper in the tradition of an American original. As they say, imitation is the finest form of flattery.