KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The Xpulse 210 shares the Karizma XMR's 210cc, liquid-cooled powertrain.
- It is available in two variants, and they both get two paint schemes on offer.
- The styling is a bit sleeker compared to the Xpulse 200 4V.
- Similar to the Xpulse 200 4V, the Xpulse 210 also gets a 21-inch front and an 18-inch rear wheel setup.
The Xpulse 200 4V has been around for quite a long time, and while it is not perfect, it is a great entry tool for those who want to learn the art of riding off-road. However the Hero Xpulse 210 is said to improve on a lot of aspects from before.
Is the Xpulse 210 really a step up from the regular Xpulse 200 4V? We shall see this in our first look review, but first make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community to keep up with the latest news and automotive updates!
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Design
The Hero Xpulse 210 is differentiated well enough from the Xpulse 200 4V, even though both are essentially dual-sport adventure motorcycles. According to the numbers, the Xpulse 210 is nearly the same length as the 200 4V, and it is also marginally shorter in terms of height. The design of the fuel tank is also sleeker and it gets sharper extensions as well.
Much like the 200 4V, the Xpulse 210 also gets an upswept exhaust, and it looks quite different from the rear as well. The overall design of the bike appears rather sleek and modern compared to the 200 4V.
Engine and Hardware
The Xpulse 210 shares its 210cc, liquid-cooled powertrain with the Karizma XMR, producing 24.5bhp at 9250rpm and 20.4Nm of torque at 7250rpm, paired to a 6-speed gearbox with a slip-and-assist clutch. Built on a semi double-cradle frame, the Xpulse 210 makes use of conventional 41mm forks with a generous 210mm of travel, along with a 10-step adjustable gas-charged monoshock with 205mm of travel. For braking, it gets a 276mm petal disc at the front and a 220mm petal disc at the rear.
The new engine and hardware should make a significant difference in the ride experience compared to the Xpulse 200 4V. The higher power figures should translate into better performance on the highway, while the generous suspension travel may result in a softer but balanced setup. With the kerb weight going up between 168 to 170kg depending on the variant, the Xpulse 210 may also a feel tad bit heavier, especially for beginner riders who want to fine-tune their riding skills.
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Features And Variants
The Xpulse 210 is available in two variants; Base and Pro. Both variants give you the option to choose from two paint schemes; the Base variant can be had in either Glacier White or Wild Red, while the Top variant can be had in either Azure Blue or Alpine Silver.
Both variants come with a 4.2-inch screen, but while the Base variant gets an LCD unit, the Pro variant comes with a TFT unit. The Xpulse 210 comes with all-LED lighting, dual-channel ABS with three modes, bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation.
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Verdict
The Xpulse 210 is the major upgrade that was long overdue, and given the enhanced specifications and features, we believe the Xpulse 210 should be a big step up in terms of overall performance and usability.
