Hero MotoCorp has launched the 2021 XPulse 200 4 Valve at a sticker price of Rs 1.28 Lakhs (Ex. Showroom, Delhi) in the country. The bike is more powerful than its predecessor while equipped with several advanced features. The 2021 Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve is available in three color schemes namely Trail Blue, Blitz Blue, and Red Raid. In addition, the company is also offering a Rally Kit with the motorcycle which is completely road legal and also homologated for FMSCI approved motorsports events.
The 2021 Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve flaunts LED headlight upfront as standard. The bike also boasts of a segment-first full digital LCD instrument cluster which comes with several functions such as smartphone connectivity and call alerts, Turn-by-Turn navigation, Gear indicator, Eco Mode and two Trip meters. Furthermore, a single channel ABS also comes as a standard safety feature. Naveen Chauhan, Head – Sales, After Sales & Parts, Hero MotoCorp, said, “Honored by the coveted Indian Motorcycle of the Year title in 2020, the XPulse has created a new adventure category in the 200cc motorcycle segment. We are delighted to bring the new XPulse 200 4V for our customers this festive season. It is surely going to add to the popularity of the XPulse brand in its powerful and stylish avatar.”
As for suspension, the 2021 XPulse 200 is equipped with 190mm front and 170mm 10-step adjustable mono-shock rear units while riding on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear spoke wheels. The company has also offered an aluminum skid plate for protecting the engine. The exhaust position is kept upswept to enable deep water crossing. Sitting on a well-engineered chassis setup, it has a seat height of 825mm and high ground clearance of 220mm. The braking duties are helmed by petal disc units at front as well as rear. Moreover, Hero has introduced a luggage plate with bungee hooks to carry luggage even with a pillion passenger alongside a USB charger with the bike.
Mechanically, it is powered by a BS6 compliant 200cc 4 Valve oil cooled engine which develops top power of 18.8 bhp at 8500 rpm and peak torque of 17.35 Nm at 6500 rpm. The engine delivers 6 percent more power and 5 percent extra torque as compared to the previous model. Malo Le Masson, Head of Strategy and Global Product Planning, Hero MotoCorp, said, “The XPulse is leading Hero MotoCorp’s aggressive growth strategy in the premium motorcycle segment that is performance-led, tech-enabled and youth-focused. Within no time, the XPulse managed to create an important customer fan base across the world. With the new XPulse 200 4V, we are bringing more power and enhancing further its off-road, touring and commuting capabilities for the most thrilling riding experience.”