Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200

jetsetgo08 · 26th April 2019, 13:21

Noob question. What does 'small' adventure bike mean? Since I haven't seen the bike in person, is it that diminutive compared to the other bikes in the market.

Red Liner · 26th April 2019, 13:42

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Originally Posted by jetsetgo08

Noob question. What does 'small' adventure bike mean? Since I haven't seen the bike in person, is it that diminutive compared to the other bikes in the market.

1. 200cc is Less that middle weight 500-800 cc class
2. Less than 45-50 bhp
3. Under 150 kgs weight

The above numbers keep changing based on market dynamics. 40 bhp was a lot a few years back, yet 160 bhp seems to be just right for many people today

Generally speaking, The hero is a reasonable single track/single lane bike especially the offroad variant for the proposed price and cost of spares. Not so much road adventurer because of the diminutive engine size.

Lastly any bike you have is an adventure bike. Its what you make it. There are so called adventure bikers everywhere who only ride to breakfast and back with an accessory catalogue that will make eyes water. And then we have vespas and honda cubs who have ridden all around the world and seen more dirt than a showroom full of GS 1250'S.

Red Liner · 29th April 2019, 11:16

Pictures have started pouring in!

1. No center stand for offroad variant
2. Visors will be attached during delivery
3. Nissin brakes and calipers!!! Brilliant!
4. Camo green looks smashing!
5. Sump guard and frame guard and serrated footpegs and top box rack are standard!!!
6. Kick start option as a back up to the electric start/battery failure. Bloody hell! This is freaking brilliant!

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Xaos636 · 29th April 2019, 11:18

Looks good to me. There is no ABS ring on the rear wheel suggesting this is a single channel, which will be better for off road. Does the road version get dual channel ABS ?

nitro.1000bhp · 29th April 2019, 15:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red Liner

Pictures have started pouring in!

1. No center stand for offroad variant
2. Visors will be attached during delivery
3. Nissin brakes and calipers!!! Brilliant!
4. Camo green...

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I noticed that frame cut out next to the exhaust is still present.

Are they seriously going to pass this jugaad onto production ? I see ample clearance to make it exit normally . How hard would it be to add a slightly angled adapter to the exhaust clamp ?

five46 · 29th April 2019, 22:51

Xpulse 200T also reaches dealerships.. Or may be these are the media drive bikes.

Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200-save_20190429_224549.jpeg

Picture source: FZ25 Owners Forum whatsapp group

I just hope that the turn - by - turn navigation is synced with Google maps rather than with mapmyindia (refer: ntorq 125) or anything else.

navpreet318 · 30th April 2019, 00:08

Being a dealer myself I know commenting on this bike would be a conflict of interest.

But as an member and a motorcycle enthusiast I must say that the planning and execution for this bike is superb!! Brilliant execution!!

The various parts are perfectly matched. Shows the strategic partnerships and recent talent acquisitions being put to perfect use. Premium is the way forward.

I'm looking forward to this bike reaching the showroom soon. One will be added to my personal garage for sure.

Nilesh5417 · 30th April 2019, 07:38

Why no dual channel ABS? But looks like the fit and finish is good. And the offroad version seems purpose built - not much on that bike that can fall off on a rough road.

sukiwa · 30th April 2019, 10:35

Sharing photos from insta feed of CS Santosh; location courtesy BigRock dirt park.

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surjaonwheelz · 30th April 2019, 13:46

Quote:

Originally Posted by sukiwa

Sharing photos from insta feed of CS Santosh; location courtesy BigRock dirt park.

Looks like a toy in CS's hands!

Given our road conditions this Xpulse duo has immense potential in both Urban and Rural markets. Price it around 1 lac and you've a hot selling Hero!

Expected ex-showroom prices:
1.05L Xpulse 200T
1.15L Xpulse 200 (X - adv)

The bikes have nothing out of this world to be priced high. It has the essentials and seems well put together. Only thing it lacks is competition!

Hope Hero plays this well.

--surjaonwheelz

TusharK · 30th April 2019, 16:27

Rumour: Hero XPulse 200, 200T bookings open

According to a media report, some Hero Motocorp dealerships have started accepting bookings for the XPulse 200 and 200T. The booking amount varies between Rs. 2,000-5,000 depending on the dealer.

Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200-xpulse200.png

The Hero XPulse 200 and 200T are set to replace the Impulse off-road bike. The XPulse 200 is more off-road focused with a higher ground clearance along with 21-inch and 18-inch wire spoke wheels at the front and rear respectively. The XPulse 200T is designed for touring and features different handlebars, seat and rides on alloy wheels.

Both bikes are expected to be offered with the 199.6cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine from the Xtreme 200R. It produces 18.1 BHP @ 8,000 rpm and a peak torque of 17.1 Nm @ 6,500 rpm. Both bikes are likely to get disc brakes at both ends and single channel ABS.

Source: Autocar India

Link to Team-BHP News

ani_meher · 30th April 2019, 18:18

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rtMxiZdNWA

Looks very utilitarian. I worry about the lack of design, it doesn't look like an aspirational vehicle.

MaheshY1 · 30th April 2019, 18:37

I believe it looks purpose-built. But then, I'm also biased.

The lack of cosmetic elements means it'll be able to survive quite a few falls before requiring a visual revamp.

I can't tell how long I've waited for this. Finally, it's here. I'm going to keep a close eye on the reliability and ownership reports before I think of buying this. First I have to run my Impulse to the ground. It's a Honda engine. It's going to take a few years before it starts limping.

sreeJiva · 30th April 2019, 19:35

The seat height seems to be set to average Indian standards - so exclusivity goes out of the window(unlike impulse). What else could this "entry level adventure motorcycle" compromise for more sales?

CrAzY dRiVeR · 30th April 2019, 19:39

Looks good in the final format!

Hope the price is drool-worthy as well. This will make for an excellent second vehicle in the garage, a very comfortable city slicker as well as a tool to kick up dirt over the occasional weekends.

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Red Liner Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,209 Thanked: 18,042 Times	re: Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200 Pictures have started pouring in! 1. No center stand for offroad variant 2. Visors will be attached during delivery 3. Nissin brakes and calipers!!! Brilliant! 4. Camo green looks smashing! 5. Sump guard and frame guard and serrated footpegs and top box rack are standard!!! 6. Kick start option as a back up to the electric start/battery failure. Bloody hell! This is freaking brilliant! Last edited by Red Liner : 29th April 2019 at 11:20.
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Xaos636 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2019 Location: Down South Posts: 518 Thanked: 3,173 Times	re: Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200 Looks good to me. There is no ABS ring on the rear wheel suggesting this is a single channel, which will be better for off road. Does the road version get dual channel ABS ?
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five46 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: L-O-S-T!! Posts: 636 Thanked: 714 Times	re: Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200 Xpulse 200T also reaches dealerships.. Or may be these are the media drive bikes. Picture source: FZ25 Owners Forum whatsapp group I just hope that the turn - by - turn navigation is synced with Google maps rather than with mapmyindia (refer: ntorq 125) or anything else. Last edited by five46 : 29th April 2019 at 23:16. Reason: Added speculation ;)
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navpreet318 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Dehradun Posts: 2,264 Thanked: 2,982 Times	re: Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200 Being a dealer myself I know commenting on this bike would be a conflict of interest. But as an member and a motorcycle enthusiast I must say that the planning and execution for this bike is superb!! Brilliant execution!! The various parts are perfectly matched. Shows the strategic partnerships and recent talent acquisitions being put to perfect use. Premium is the way forward. I'm looking forward to this bike reaching the showroom soon. One will be added to my personal garage for sure.
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sukiwa Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: pune Posts: 2,377 Thanked: 2,561 Times	re: Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200 Sharing photos from insta feed of CS Santosh; location courtesy BigRock dirt park.
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TusharK Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Pune Posts: 6,247 Thanked: 55,578 Times	re: Hero teases small adventure bike. EDIT: It's the XPulse 200 Rumour: Hero XPulse 200, 200T bookings open According to a media report, some Hero Motocorp dealerships have started accepting bookings for the XPulse 200 and 200T. The booking amount varies between Rs. 2,000-5,000 depending on the dealer. The Hero XPulse 200 and 200T are set to replace the Impulse off-road bike. The XPulse 200 is more off-road focused with a higher ground clearance along with 21-inch and 18-inch wire spoke wheels at the front and rear respectively. The XPulse 200T is designed for touring and features different handlebars, seat and rides on alloy wheels. Both bikes are expected to be offered with the 199.6cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine from the Xtreme 200R. It produces 18.1 BHP @ 8,000 rpm and a peak torque of 17.1 Nm @ 6,500 rpm. Both bikes are likely to get disc brakes at both ends and single channel ABS. Source: Autocar India Link to Team-BHP News
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