Hero XPulse 200

Hero XPulse 200 is a bike available for a starting price of 1, 18, 203 in India. it is an adventure bike and there is only one variant of it. The bike comes in 5 colours and the bike has its power in the 199.6 cc engine that is BS6 certified. You will get a power of 17.8 bhp and a torque of 16.45 Nm. There are two disc brakes, both at the front and at the rear. This bike comes with an anti-lock braking assembly. It weighs 157 kg and has a tank with a capacity of 13 litres.

When Hero Motor Corp removed Pulse from its product line, there was a void. The void was filled with the introduction of the new XPulse 200. This bike is a tourer and it is dissimilar from the Pulse edition of the previous generation. The bike complies with the emission norms of today.

It has spoked wheels, high mudguards, fork gaiters, bash plate, broader tyres and an unswept exhaust. The front and the rear wheels are 21-inch and 18-inch respectively. The suspension is supported by the telescopic frames with a 190mm travel and in the front and 170mm at the back.

The height of the seat is 823 mm and the ground clearance is 220mm that is quite considerably high. The bike has disc brakes, in the front and the rear, and there is a single-channel ABS. There is a five-speed gearbox. There is one carburettor version of the bike and there is one fuel-injection type. But now there is no carburettor version available. The colours of the bike come in 5 types like white, green, matte grey, sports red and panther black.

The  Engine is Oil cooled type, 4 Stroke 2 Valve Single cylinder OHC and the Bore x Stroke is 66.5 x 57.5 mm with a displacement of 199.6 cc and a compression Ratio of 10:01. The Max Power belted out is 13.3 kW (17.8 bhp) @ 8500 revolutions per minute and the max Torque is 16.45 Nm @ 6500 revolutions per minute. The engine has an advanced fuel system the Programmed Fuel Injection. The Starting is both the Self & Kick start. The Hero XPulse 200 has Multi Plate Wet Clutch with a 5 Speed Constant Mesh Gearbox. The bike has a Frame that is Tubular Diamond type.

The front suspension is Telescopic (37 mm Dia) with Double DU Bush (190 mm Stroke) and the rear suspension has a 10 step Rider-adjustable Monoshock.

The Hero XPulse has a Front Brake of 276 mm Petal disc type and has a Single Channel ABS. The Rear Brake is of 220 mm Petal disc type.

How is the design of the Hero X pulse 200?

The bike XPulse 200 possesses a tubular diamond frame. There is a telescopic suspension at the front and the rear end. There is a mono-shock suspension. There are front forks of 37 mm and with190 mm travel. The rear suspension has 180 mm travel. The ground clearance is 220 mm.

How does the Hero X pulse 200 ride?

Before we talk about its ride, let’s discuss how the engine feels. There is a fuel injection and that makes them run smoother and crispier compared to before when there was a carburettor fitted bike. The total NVH has reduced much. The bike has become much quieter now on the run and it’s thanks to the air-cooler. There is a linear power delivery and there is a complete change in the midrange. It runs much faster and smoother on the overtakes and the mountain trails. The top-end performance too has changed a lot.

How comfortable is the Hero XPulse 200?

The bike is quite comfortable for long-distance if your height is right and you are comfortable riding in an upright position. The suspensions are made for the long-distance and are of superior quality. That makes the ride comfortable and hence, the bike is also known as a tourer. The seats, though, should have been more cushioned and a bit bigger for better seating comfort. The road-ride experience has been quite impressive. There are new foams fitted in the seats to reduce the fatigue experienced on long rides. You enjoy the seats a lot within the city as well. The ergonomics of the bike has been given a fear deal of attention. The handlebar now has a new mounting angle that has made a lot of positive difference in the city rides.

There is an improvement in the cruising speeds on the highways. Now the bike is comfortable even at 100 kmph. The bike is still stable at high speeds.

You will enjoy the XPulse the best in off-road conditions. The long-travel suspension and a remarkable increase in ground clearance have made all the difference. The tyres, which are dual performance, are giving excellent performance. The bike can be enjoyed now even on the jumps and the trails due to the stronger mid-range. The bike remains nimble on the dirt roads.

How’s the tech?

The bike is with some features that are it rides on a 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheel. There is 37 mm telescopic forks in the front with a travel suspension in the front and the rear. The disc brakes are supported by an ABS. there is a fully digital dashboard and there is Bluetooth connectivity.

The bike has some goodness of tech also like Bluetooth connectivity that helps in navigating the bike and there is one call alert too. The fuel tank is of a 14-litre capacity. The XPulse 200 BS6 199cc engine has one cylinder and there is an air-cooling system. The power it produces at 17.8 bhp at 8500 rpm at the peak torque of 16.45 Nm.

How’s the mileage of Hero Xpulse 200?

The mileage of Hero Xpulse 200 is 40 kmpl.

That is fairly economical for a bike that has an engine that is 4 Stroke 2 Valve Single cylinder OHC and the Bore x Stroke of 66.5 x 57.5 mm with a displacement of 199.6 cc and a compression Ratio of 10:01. The Max Power belted out is 13.3 kW (17.8 bhp) @ 8500 revolutions per minute and the max Torque is 16.45 Nm @ 6500 revolutions per minute. The engine has an advanced fuel system the Programmed Fuel Injection.

How is the performance of Hero Xpulse 200?

The bike has superior performance due to its sturdy body and long drive suspension assembly. It rides comfortably on the broad tyres. The bike runs quite well-balanced up to 90 kmph. So, it’s quite good for both the driver and the pillion. The acceleration of the bike makes it ideal for overtaking and negotiating the bends and taking on the corners.

Is the Hero Xpulse 200 good value?

The bike certainly is not good value for money due to its high price and high fuel consumption. However, it depends on the buyer’s choice and budget. If you are looking for an adventure bike and a tourer at a time, with a power full 200CC engine and if you want to travel across on and off roads, it’s a good bike for you. it's relatively light, un-intimidating and promises proper adventure capability. The Hero XPulse 200 is one of its kind motorcycles, with no real competition. And it promises a level of versatility no other motorcycle can boast of. So, you can practically use it for the daily commute, hit the nearest off-road trails for some fun, and even go touring on it. That's the basic premise of the Hero XPulse 200, to be a do-it-all motorcycle.