The game for adventure bikes changed big time when Hero MotoCorp dropped the bomb with their Xpulse 210 at EICMA 2024. With tips from FIM World Champ Ross Branch, this beast’s hitting the streets in early 2025. It’s looking like it’s gonna cost about Rs. 1.90 lakh. It packs top-shelf stuff and better oomph, and it’s still easy on the wallet for folks craving wild rides.
Looks and Style
Hero’s Xpulse 210 shows off a cool upgrade of its adventure roots with Dakar-like looks. This bike sports a snazzy LED headlamp and a higher windscreen. It’s got a beefy fuel tank and a backside that says “enduro” all over. At the front, there’s a tough grille and a high-flying mudguard that shout out its knack for off-roading.
Hop into the seat, and you’re met with a fancy 4.2-inch TFT screen that hooks up your phone for calls, maps your turns, and throws all kinds of ride stats at you. The bike’s comfy bits got a tweak too, with a handlebar you can adjust and a seat made new for better comfort, whether you’re hitting the highways or the hills.
The Xpulse 210’s core holds a slick 210cc engine that is liquid-cooled and has just one cylinder. It kicks out a neat 24.6 bhp at a whir of 9250 rpm and 20.7 Nm when it comes to torque. This engine, which it shares with the Karizma XMR, has tweaks to make it better for off-road adventures. It’s matched with a six-gear shifter that’s smooth and has a slip and assist clutch for a better handle.
This bike steps up its game with a tough chassis design boasting suspensions that can travel a long way – 210mm in the front forks and 205mm in the back with a monoshock. And get this, it’s got a whopping 220mm of space between it and the ground. Riding on big 21-inch front and 18-inch back wire-spoked wheels that are covered in tires for all sorts of terrain, it has no trouble handling the rough stuff.
Gizmos and Tech Bits
Hero has loaded the Xpulse 210 with a bunch of cool tech that lets you mess with the ABS. You can switch it on or off depending on the road. Its fancy TFT screen throws up neat stuff like how fast you’re going and what gear you’re in, plus some other riding stats. For the folks who dig dirt tracks, Hero’s got this extra rally kit you can pick up to boost the bike’s off-roading game. And man, it’s all about the LEDs with this ride—they light up everything from the front to the back making sure you’re seen no matter what.
Where It Stands and What You Pay
Hero’s got the Xpulse 210 sitting pretty in the marketplace with a bunch of high-tech features but also made sure it’s got a price that doesn’t scare your wallet too much. It’s like they found this sweet spot between being high-end and affordable, so you can feel like a boss on the road without emptying your bank account.
The Xpulse 210 is placed to deliver top-notch value in the adventure bike area. It’s got a price tag that’s thought to hit between Rs. 1.90-2.10 lakh (ex-showroom) making it a solid pick against pricier rivals and it’s got some cool premium stuff and skills. This motorcycle is gonna be built in Hero’s super-modern plant, which means it should hold together pretty well and be trusty. Plus, with Hero’s huge network of dealers, getting it sold and taken care of won’t be a hassle no matter where you are in the country.
When You Can Get It and The Big Reveal
So Hero MotoCorp’s got plans to get the Xpulse 210 out in the spotlight in early 2025. They’re looking to get those bikes over to their new owners right after they dish out the official price. You’ll have a bunch of different colors to pick from letting you snag a bike that’s ‘you’.
Common Queries
How fast can the Xpulse 210 go? Look for this motorbike to hit top speeds, thanks to its 24.6 bhp engine. What’s the size of the gas tank? You’ll find the Xpulse 210 has a gas tank just right for adventure trips. How many people can sit on it? This ride’s set up with a cozy spot for two, so you can ride solo or bring a friend. Got a release date? Keep your eyes peeled; this bike is rolling out in early 2025.
How much money will it take to get one? You’ll be shelling out something like Rs. 2.10 lakh to get it on the road; depends where you’re at though.