KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Hero Xtreme 250R launched at Auto Expo 2025
- Gets a 250cc liquid cooled engine
- Rivals the Gixxer 250, Bajaj Dominar 250, and others
Hero MotoCorp has finally launched the Hero Xtreme 250R, their new flagship streetfighter, at the 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo. Inspired by the Xtunt 2.5R concept showcased at the 2023 Auto Expo, the Xtreme 250R has officially arrived with a price tag of Rs 1,79,900 (ex-showroom, India). While the bookings for this exciting new bike will open in February 2025, check out its top 5 highlights in this section. But before that, stay tuned to the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel for direct coverage of all the happenings from the event straight to you.
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1. Hero Extreme 250R: Styling
The Hero Xtreme 250R boasts a muscular yet compact profile, thanks in part to a shorter wheelbase compared to the Karizma XMR. This leaner stance contributes to a more agile feel, making it easier to maneuver through tight corners and navigate urban traffic. Aggressive styling, featuring a sculpted fuel tank and bold bodywork, gives the bike a youthful and dynamic look, appealing to younger riders.
2. Features
The Xtreme 250R has a distinct streetfighter vibe, featuring all-LED lighting all around from the sharp headlamp to the tail lamp and turn indicators. Split seats and grab rails provide a sporty touch, while a full-color TFT instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity gives it that modern edge. The tail section sports a stylish floating design and a functional rear hugger with integrated LED turn indicators that give it a functional and attractive appeal.
3. Engine
The Xtreme 250R truly sets itself apart from the Karizma XMR 210 with a significantly more powerful engine. This all-new 250cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled powerhouse delivers a substantial boost with 29.58 bhp at 9,250 rpm and 25 Nm of torque at 7,250 rpm a full 4 bhp and 5 Nm more than the Karizma XMR's 210cc engine. This extra grunt translates to an exhilarating performance. Hero claims a blistering 0-60 kmph sprint time of around 3 seconds, making the Xtreme 250R a truly rapid machine, something that the riders would love to throttle.
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4. Hero Extreme 250R: Hardware
The Xtreme 250R borrows its chassis from the Karizma XMR 210, providing a solid base. Up front, it sports an inverted fork, while the rear features a preload-adjustable mono-shock suspension for added control. Stopping power comes from disc brakes at both ends, with a reassuring dual-channel ABS system to keep things safe. Rounding out the package, 17-inch alloy wheels strike a good balance between agility and stability.
5. Price And Rivals
Hero MotoCorp has launched the Xtreme 250R in India at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 priced competitively at Rs 1,79,900 (ex-showroom) where it's poised to shake up the quarter-liter segment. The Xtreme 250R will be facing stiff competition from established players like the KTM Duke 250, Honda CB300R, Suzuki Gixxer 250, and Bajaj Dominar 250.
Verdict
The Hero Xtreme 250R is a very practical and strong addition to the quarter-litre space that already is a pretty highly contested sphere. While it has the Hero emblem working in its favour that has reliablity, mileage, and ease of maintenence attached to it, the cut throat competition spares no one and that is something we have seen in the past. But with the overall package, it seems quite promising for now!
