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Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs Hero Karizma XMR

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar 220F or Hero Karizma XMR? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar 220F and Karizma XMR. Bajaj Pulsar 220F Price starts at Rs.1.39 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Hero Karizma XMR Price starts at Rs.1.81 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Pulsar 220F is 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 20.11 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas Hero Karizma XMR is a 1 cylinder, 210 cc Engine can generate 25.5 PS @9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar 220F provides a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model), and Karizma XMR has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar 220F is available in 3 colours & 1 variants whereas Hero Karizma XMR is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar 220F vs Karizma XMR

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar 220FHero Karizma XMR
PriceRs.1.39 LakhRs.1.81 Lakh
Engine Capacity164.82 cc210 cc
Power20.11 bhp @ 8500 rpm25.5 PS @9250 rpm
Mileage/Range40 kmpl35 kmpl
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Bajaj Pulsar 220F STD bike
Bajaj Pulsar 220F
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.56 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.03 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    15 Litres
    11 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    164.82 cc
    210 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Dual Piston
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    -
    300
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    28
    29
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    29
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    29
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    30
    29
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopicwitanti-frictiobush
    Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush
    Rear Suspension
    5 way adjustable& Nitrox shock absorber
    Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 17 Tubeless
    100/80-17 TL

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    check
    Gear Indicator
    check
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    -
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years or 75000 Km
    5 Years or 70000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Double Cradle Down Tube
    Steel Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    164.82 cc
    210 cc
    Engine Type
    4-stroke& 2-Valve& Twin Spark BSVI Compliant& DTS-i FI Engine& Oil cooled
    4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled DOHC
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    12 kwh
    0.072 kwh
    Battery Type
    Full DC
    MF Battery
    Top Speed
    136 kmph
    130 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    67 mm x 62.4 mm
    73 mm x 50 mm
    Configuration
    -
    12:01
    Cooling type
    Oil Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    -
    Fuel Injection

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Semi-Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    -
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    -
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    LED
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Single Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Power Modes
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    -
    Wet type Slip & Assist
    Traction Control System
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    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2035 mm
    2068 mm
    Width
    750 mm
    760 mm
    Height
    1165 mm
    1110 mm
    Wheelbase
    1350 mm
    1351 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    160 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    15 Litres
    11 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.45 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    795 mm
    810 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    160 kg
    163.5 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Design and styling are iconic and attract attention on the road
    • Size is big and it feels like a big sports bike to sit
    • Wide rear tyre helps in confident handling around curves
    • Soft suspension is good for long-distance touring
    • Mid-range of its engine performance is useful for highway riding
    • The faired design language makes it more sporty
    • The new engine is the most powerful in its segment
    • Comfortable riding posture
    • The suspension feels plush and takes on bad surfaces easily
    • Slick gear shifts and short gearing help in traffic
    Cons
    • It looks and feels old as well as outdated
    • Lacks crucial features that the rivals have
    • The 5-speed gearbox feels strained on the highway
    • The engine feels flat until 6,000 RPM
    • The exposed body frame and welds make the bike look a bit flimsy
    • USD forks could've made the bike more premium
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    Safety

    Pulsar 220F comes loaded with Single Channel ABS ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System. Karizma XMR has Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar 220F has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Hero Karizma XMR, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar 220F comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Karizma XMR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar 220F has a 15 Litres fuel tank with 1165 mm seat height. Hero Karizma XMR has 1110 mm seat height and 11 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar 220F and Hero Karizma XMR Owner Reviews

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      • R
        Rrrr
        20 Dec 2024
        5.0
        Good bike for long distance running and daily use.
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      • SS
        Shakti Singh
        27 Nov 2024
        4.6
        Comfortable for ride and long drive and looks are very nice.
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        Vijay Patel
        1 Month ago
        5.0
        It's a machine every bike enthusiast dreams of. Just twist the throttle, and you’ll be blown away by the power packed inside—it’s like straddling a rocket and blasting off.
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        Ajay
        2 Month ago
        5.0
        I love this bike and it's features Bajaj pulsar 220 is powerful machine I rate this bike 5 star I have this bike color red and black wonderful bike of Bajaj.
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        Debashis Mohapatra
        2 Month ago
        3.8
        Good and comfortable workhorse for daily commute. Will run great if it is maintained properly. Mileage - 35 kmpl. Suspension wears out quite quickly. Bajaj service is useless. It needs regular maintenance.
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