Honda has launched the NX200 in India, replacing the unpopular CB200X. On paper, Honda calls it an “adventure tourer” but after going through its specifications it is clear that the NX200 is a road bike which can be used for touring. Nevertheless, it goes up against the Hero Xpulse 200 4V which is a proper adventure bike. Let us take a look at how these two bikes fare against each other.
Honda NX200 vs Hero Xpulse 200 4V: Dimensions
The Hero Xpulse 200 4V is taller, longer, and wider than the Honda NX200 which is expected, given the former’s strong adventure touring credentials. As a result, it also gets a higher 220mm ground clearance as compared to 167mm offered by the NX200. The Xpulse also offers a longer wheelbase which suggests that it is likely to be more stable on a straight line.
| Dimensions | Hero Xpulse 200 4V | Honda NX200 |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | 161 | 147 |
| Seat Height (mm) | 891 | NA |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 270 | 167 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 2,255 | 2,035 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 862 | 843 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 1,380 | 1,248 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,427 | 1,355 |
Honda NX200 vs Hero Xpulse 200 4V: Features
Both motorcycles are equally well-equipped with features such as a fully-digital instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity, LED headlight, taillight, and turn indicators, and USB charging port. The Xpulse offers turn-by-turn navigation which the NX200 whereas the latter offers traction control which the former doesn’t. The Xpule also offers multiple terrain modes including Road, Off-road, and Rally.
Honda NX200 vs Hero Xpulse 200 4V: Hardware
| Specifications | Hero Xpulse 200 4V | Honda NX200 |
| Front suspension | Cartridge Type (37mm dia) with Adjustable compression and rebound damping | Upside Down Front Fork (USD) |
| Rear suspension | Rectangular Swingarm with 10 step preload Adjustable monoshock | Monoshock Absorber |
| Front Tyre Size | 90/90 – 21 | 110/70 – 17 |
| Rear Tyre Size | 120/80 – 18 | 140/70 – 17 |
| Wheels | Spoked | Alloy |
| Front brake | 276mm disc | — |
| Rear brake | 220mm disc | —- |
| ABS | Single-channel | Dual-channel |
The hardware specs clearly reveal that Hero Xpulse 200 4V is more adept at tackling off-road challenges. Yes, the Honda gets the advantage of upside down front forks but Hero offers full adjustability for its suspension setup that proves to be more beneficial for its purpose. The NX200 also gets a dual-channel ABS which the Xpulse doesn’t offer.
Honda NX200 vs Hero Xpulse 200 4V: Powertrain
| Specifications | Hero Xpulse 200 4V | Honda NX200 |
| Engine | 199.6cc single-cylinder, oil-cooled | 184.4cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled |
| Max Power | 18.9 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | 17.03 bhp @ 8,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 17.35 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 15.9 Nm @ 6,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Top speed | 115 kmph | NA |
Hero clearly has the displacement advantage which results in higher power and torque output. There is nothing else to separate these two models.
Honda NX200 vs Hero Xpulse 200 4V: Price
Honda NX200 is available in a single variant priced at Rs 1.68 lakh. On the other hand, Hero offers the Xpulse 200 4V in three variants: standard, Pro, and Pro Dakar Edition, with prices ranging from Rs 1.51 lakh to Rs 1.67 lakh (all prices ex-showroom).
| Hero Xpulse 200 4V | Honda NX200 | |
| Ex-showroom price | Rs 1.51 — 1.67 lakh | Rs 1.68 lakh |
