The Hero XPulse 200 has always been a very capable entry-level adventure motorcycle with real off-road ability. The XPulse 200 has become quite the popular machine with its versatility, light weight and nimble off-road capability. Now, Hero MotoCorp has updated the XPulse 200 to offer it more performance, as well as give it minor updates to introduce the XPulse 200 4 valve with fresh appeal, and better performance, courtesy a four-valve cylinder head of the updated engine. Here's a look at what all has changed on the new Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve.
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The 200 cc, four-valve engine now makes 6 per cent more power and 5 per cent added torque. In numbers, it makes 19 bhp at 8,500 rpm and peak torque of 17.35 Nm at 6,500 rpm. The updated engine is said to ensure a relaxed and stress-free performance at high speeds.
As the name suggests, the Hero XPulse 200 is now equipped with a 200 cc, four-valve, oil-cooled engine which produces 19 bhp at 8,500 rpm and peak torque of 17.35 Nm at 6,500 rpm. With 6 per cent more power and 5 per cent added torque, the new engine is said to ensure a relaxed and stress-free performance at high speeds. According to Hero MotoCorp, the four-valve, oil-cooled engine provides better power across the mid and top-end speed range, but also offers stress free engine performance, even at high speeds, while keeping vibrations in check. For better heat management, the cooling system has been updated with a 7-fin oil cooler. The gear ratios have been updated as well for better tractability and acceleration, and the overall transmission has been improved.
The Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve continues to get long travel suspension with 190 mm travel up front, 220 mm ground clearance, and standard engine bash plate to take on rough terrain.
The stock Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve features long suspension travel, with 190 mm travel up front, and 170 mm rear travel, with a 21-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel. The XPulse 200 also comes with a standard aluminium skid plate that protects the engine, and a new toothed brake pedal for better grip, and an upswept exhaust to tackle water crossings with ease.
The dual-purpose tyres, 10-step adjustable mono-shock suspension, accessible seat height of 825 mm and high ground clearance of 220 mm provide decent off-road capability for all kinds of two-wheeled adventures. The XPulse 200 now comes with a standard luggage plate with bungee hooks to carry luggage even with a pillion passenger on board.
The 2021 Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve will continue to get the Rally Kit to transform the stock bike into a more capable rally machine. The Rally Kit is road legal, and homologated for FMSCI approved motorsports events.
The outgoing XPulse 200 was known to have a weak headlight throw, and this seems to have been addressed in the four-valve version. The enhanced LED headlight is said to offer better visibility at night. The bike continues to get features like a LCD instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity, call alerts, turn-by-turn navigation. The Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve is now available in three new colour options, Trail Blue, Blitz Blue and Red Raid.
The Hero XPulse 200 4 Valve has been priced at Rs. 1,28,150 (Ex-showroom, Delhi), and gets roughly a Rs. 5,000 increase in the ex-showroom price over the outgoing model.
