Hero MotoCorp XPulse

Hero XPulse 200 looks like a typical adventure tourer. The front end of the motorcycle gets an LED headlamp with a beak which is a signature visual highlight of such motorcycles. Other noteworthy visual elements of the Hero XPulse 200 include knuckle guards, upswept exhaust and more. Overall, the bike looks more purposeful than its predecessor, the Impulse. Hero MotoCorp says that this motorcycle has been built keeping in mind its Dakar rally experience.

Being an outright adventure tourer, the Hero XPulse 200 offers an upright riding position and hence, you can spend long hours on the saddle without any complaints. The bike gets knuckle guards for added protection and you can even ride while standing up on the footpegs quite comfortably. The motorcycle has a decent ground clearance which is quintessential for an ADV.

The Hero XPulse 200 gets power from a 199.6cc, single cylinder, air-cooled engine mated to a five-speed transmission. The engine is good for churning out respective power and torque outputs of 18 bhp and 17 Nm. This is the same engine that does duty on the Xtreme 200R.

The engine on the Hero XPulse 200 is mated to a five-speed transmission. Like other motorcycles, this one too has a one down five up shifting pattern. The gearshifts are smooth and precise and false neutrals are quite rare.

Braking on the Hero XPulse 200 is taken care of with the help of a 276mm disc brake up front along with a 220mm disc brake at the rear. A single-channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) is on offer for added safety. Other safety and convenience features include all LED headlamp, instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity and navigation assist.

The Hero XPulse 200 has been fitted with a fuel tank having 13-litre capacity. The bike should give a fuel efficiency of close to 40 kmpl. Having said that, you can expect a range of close to 500 km once you fill the tank up to its brim.