On the 27th December 2019 on invitation we attended the Hero Xtracks Experience conducted at Wadki, out the outskirts of Pune. Showcased at Auto Expo 2018, India’s first 200cc adventure motorcycle gave all attendees the opportunity to experience the stock Hero Xpulse 200 in all its entirety. The event saw over 350 riders on a thrilling XPulse experience at XTracks Pune.
In this video the rider completes most of the lap sitting which actually tells us how comfortable the motorcycle is in its home ground.
Here’s a short review of the Hero Xpulse 200 motorcycle:
- The motorcycle is a nimble to ride off road motorcycle
- Although it is in stock mode, the expert riders showcased its real prowess
- The brakes are spot on
- Clean heads up display
- The tall stance allows for riding easy riding over obstacles
- Crisp exhaust note
- Unlike others the Hero Xpulse is not too stickery
What can be looked forward to –
- Yellow headlights that are fog and rain friendly.
- More options for road /dual purpose/ tubeless tires
Here is the link to the first ride video of the Hero Xpulse 200 – https://youtu.be/P35eZ14p214
A quick snapshot of India’s first 200cc adventure motorcycle – a dynamic, on-road-off-road bike – is targeted at
the young and thrill-seeking riding enthusiasts who are scouting for a comfortable and
capable riding companion for adventure excursions.
The XPulse 200 comes with two variants of 200cc engine –
- CV Carburetor
- Fuel Injection
– delivering 18.4 PS Power and 17.1 Nm Torque for a real-world performance.
The High Tensile Steel Frame offers superior strength, rigidity and responsive handling on
any terrain. The Aluminum skid plate, 21″ Front wheel and 18″ Rear wheel with dual-purpose tyres, 220 mm ground clearance, upswept exhaust, Mono shock with 10 Step adjustable Gas Charged rear Suspension (170 mm Wheel Travel) and Telescopic Front suspension (190 mm Stroke) provides strength to take on any terrain. The upright riding stance and accessible seat height ensure comfort even in long journeys.
The XPulse 200 comes loaded with next-gen smart technology features such as first-in-class
‘Turn-by-Turn Navigation’, LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, Gear
Indicator, Trip meter and service reminder.
To ensure hassle-free excursions that remain uninterrupted even during the night travel, the
XPulse 200 comes with full LED headlamps and taillights, under-seat USB charger, protective
windshields and luggage plate with bungee hooks. Single-channel ABS offers added control
and safety in all conditions.
The XPulse 200 FI variant is available in three colors:
- Matte Green,
- Pearl Fadeless White
- Matte Axis Grey,
while the carburetor variant comes in two colors –
- Sports Red
and Black.
The XPulse 200 is available in Pune at Rs. 106,000/-* for Fuel Injection variant and Rs.
98,000/-* for Carb. Variant.
*Ex-showroom Maharashtra
