The Karizma XMR is the first Hero product to feature liquid-cooling and dual-channel ABS.
After releasing multiple teasers, Hero has finally launched the Karizma XMR at Rs 1,72,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The launch of this XMR model marks the return of the popular Karizma moniker after more than three years in the Indian market.
- 210cc, liquid-cooled, single-cyl engine making 25.5hp/20.4Nm
- Karizma’s fairing is an intricate one, with a layered design
- Gets a segment-first adjustable windscreen
Hero Karizma XMR: engine & underpinnings
The Karizma XMR is powered by an all-new liquid-cooled, 210cc, single-cylinder engine making 25.5hp at 9,250rpm and 20.4Nm at 7,250rpm, which is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and a slip and assist clutch. This new liquid-cooled engine (a Hero first) is nestled within a steel trellis frame, suspended by a telescopic fork and a preload adjustable monoshock.
Braking duties are taken care of by a 300mm disc up front and a 230mm rotor at the rear and the Karizma XMR is also the first Hero motorcycle to get dual-channel ABS.
Hero Karizma XMR: design & features
The Karizma XMR is quite a feature-rich machine and packs in a segment-first adjustable windscreen, a LCD dash with Bluetooth connectivity, enabling turn-by-turn navigation and an intricate layered design for the fairing. All-LED lighting is standard on the XMR and it is available in 3 colours – yellow, red and matte black.
Hero Karizma XMR: price & rivals
Priced at Rs 1,72,900 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi, introductory), the Hero Karizma XMR rivals the Yamaha R15 V4 (Rs 1.82 lakh – Rs 1.95 lakh), Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 (Rs 1.81 lakh – Rs 2.05 lakh), Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 (Rs 1.72 lakh) and KTM RC 200 (Rs 2.18 lakh). Bookings open today at 2:10pm.
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