Name: Hero Xpulse 200
Brand: Hero
SKU: 424
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.4 (117 reviews)

Hero Xpulse 200

Hero Xpulse 200 Summary

Xpulse 200 key highlights
Engine Capacity	199.6 cc
Mileage Owner Reported Mileage: BikeWale collects mileage information from bike owners to provide you with the actual mileage that you might get.	40 kmpl
Transmission	5 Speed Manual
Kerb Weight	153 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	13 litres
Seat Height	823 mm

About Xpulse 200

After removing the Impulse from its product portfolio, Hero MotoCorp filled the void with the addition of a higher displacement ADV motorcycle, the XPulse 200. Unlike the Impulse, the new XPulse is an adventure tourer motorcycle. The company had first unveiled the motorcycle at the 2017 EICMA Show in Italy. The XPulse 200 carries forward the legacy of the Impulse, but it is more accessible and more purposeful. The motorcycle has been updated to comply with the newest, more stringent emission norms.

True to its adventurous nature, the XPulse 200 is equipped with spoke-wheels, high-rise front mudguard, fork gaiters, bash plate, dual-purpose tyres and an upswept exhaust. The motorcycle rides on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels. Suspension duties are carried out by telescopic units on the front with 190mm of travel and 10-step adjustable mono-shock at the rear with 170mm of travel.

The motorcycle has a seat height of 823mm and a high ground clearance of 220mm. For braking, the XPulse 200 employs disc brakes on both ends along with a single-channel ABS. On the tech front, the motorcycle incorporates a full-LED headlamp and a digital instrument cluster complete with Bluetooth connectivity for navigation and call alerts. It boasts of a 14-litre fuel tank capacity.

Powering the XPulse 200 BS6 is a 199.6cc, single-cylinder engine that now features an oil-cooled setup instead of the air-cooled layout on the BS4 model. The updated motor produces 17.8bhp of power at 8,500rpm and 16.45Nm of torque at 6,500rpm. The engine is mated to a five-speed gearbox.

Hero offers the XPulse 200 BS6 in a single variant with fuel-injection. The carburettor version has been discontinued. In terms of colour options, the motorcycle is available in five colours – White, Matte Green, Matte Grey, Sports Red and Panther Black.

Hero Xpulse 200 Review

Introduction

The XPulse 200 is possibly the most talked about product in the Hero MotoCorp line-up right now. And this is only possible due to its aspirational styling, good price point and feature list. Plus, it is targeted at a set of buyers who have always liked the idea of exploring the country on two-wheels with a shoe-string budget. Now, the XPulse 200 has been present in the country for a little over a year now, and it has a great fan following too. But it is 2020, and that means, it needs to meet the stringent BS6 emission norms. And with this new 2020 variant, the XPulse 200 has. We spent almost a week on it, rode on some pretty roads, some terrible roads and even took it to some monsoon-hit areas. And this is our take-away about the Hero.

The Visuals

In its 2020 avatar, the XPulse continues to have that rugged, tall and slim ADV look. In fact, this design language was well-received by the country. The long travel suspension and a huge ground clearance churn out a great off-road ready stance. The only visual change that the BS6 gets is the exhaust pipe routing. It is now placed between the engine cover and bash plate. Also, the catalytic converter does take up some aesthetic space. Rest is similar to the BS4 variant and honestly, we quite like it.

The Package

Let’s start with the fanciest of all – the Bluetooth instrument cluster. It is fully digital and gives out some useful information. There’s an eco-indicator too, that lights up depending on the amount of throttle the rider gives out. Then there’s turn-by-turn navigation that works pretty accurately. The LED headlights and taillight work brilliantly too.

From the utilitarian aspect, there’s the large bash plate and knuckle guards. The exhaust has been mounted quite high, making it a good machine to cross streams. The bike has a large ground clearance of 220mm which makes it perfect for some good off-roading sessions. The suspension travel meanwhile, is 190mm at the front and 170mm at the rear. There’s a single-channel ABS as standard. The tyres are dual-purpose in nature.

The 200cc motor is fuel-injected and now gets air-cooling. The overall power figures have gone down marginally. The five-speed gearbox continues to have the same ratios as the BS4 model.

The Ride

Before we get to the actual ride, let us talk about how the engine feels. Due to fuel-injection, this motor runs much smoother and crisp now. The overall NVH has reduced quite a lot. Plus, the bike runs much quieter now, thanks to the presence of the air-cooler. The power delivery is linear and the mid-range feel has changed drastically, as the BS6 variant is running richer overall. So overtakes and on the trails, the XPulse runs much quicker. There’s a slight increase in top-end performance too.

Coming to the road riding experience, the BS6 XPulse has managed to impress us. Firstly, the seat has been updated with a new foam. This was done to decrease the fatigue that usually comes with long distance riding. Even in the city, it felt quite good to experience the seat. There’s a slight change in overall ergonomics as well. The mounting angle of the handlebar has changed a bit which resulted into a better riding experience in the city. But the seating triangle hasn’t been affected.

The highway cruising speeds have been improved. In the previous version, the XPulse was comfortable at 90kmph, but now it can be pushed to around 100kmph. The vibes, the engine stress and noise have decreased quite a bit. The high speed stability continues to be good.

But the best place to enjoy the XPulse the most is off the road. That’s where its long-travel suspension, good ground clearance and dual-purpose tyres perform brilliantly. Plus, with the stronger mid-range now, it’s easier to tackle some trails or even some jumps for that matter. The increase in kerb weight doesn’t really bother here. The XPulse continues to be nimble in such dirt conditions. In fact, you can thrash around or abuse the motorcycle and the XPulse will take all the beatings with ease. And in case, you are one of those who taste the mud more often than not, your backbone will be thankful despite the numerous lifting sessions.

Our Take

The BS6 XPulse has been priced at Rs 7000 more than the BS4 model at Rs 1.12 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). For the extra few thousand rupees, you get a motorcycle that has seen some major mechanical improvements and an engine that is much better to experience. Plus, the XPulse continues to perform well on the road, as well as off the road. And it can handle commuting tasks pretty well too. There’s still some wants with the bike though. Like a more powerful motor and better brakes. But for its price tag, the BS6 XPulse is a great motorcycle. You should get one if you want to explore the countryside and also ride in a city which is filled with bad roads. I did.

Photography by Kapil Angane

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Xpulse 200 Specifications & Features

Specifications

Power & Performance

Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 199.6 cc

Max Power 17.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm

Max Torque 16.45 Nm @ 6,500 rpm

Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. 57.5 mm

Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. 2

Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. 10:01

Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. --

Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. 40 kmpl

Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. 520 Km

Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. 111 Kmph

Transmission 5 Speed Manual

Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. Chain Drive

Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern 1 Down 4 Up

Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 1

Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. 66.5 mm

Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. --

Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. 1 Per Cylinder

Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Oil Cooled

Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. Wet Multiplate

Fuel Delivery System Fuel Injection

Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 13 litres

Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. 2.6 litres

Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. BS6

Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

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Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. Telescopic (37 mm Dia) with Double DU Bush (190 mm Stroke)

Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. 10 step Rider-adjustable Monoshock

Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. Single Channel ABS

Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. 18 inch

Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 90/90 - 21

Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 120/80 - 18

Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Disc

Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 276 mm

Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Disc

Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 220 mm

Calliper Type Dual Piston

Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Spoke

Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 21 inch

Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubed

Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. No

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) 25 psi

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) 33 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) 25 psi

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) 36 psi

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Dimensions & Chassis

Kerb Weight Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. 157 kg

Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. 823 mm

Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 220 mm

Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 850 mm

Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. 1,258 mm

Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,410 mm

Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 2,222 mm

Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. Tubular Diamond

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Manufacturer Warranty

Standard Warranty 5 Year

Standard Warranty 70000 Km

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. Digital

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Digital

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)Yes

Shift LightNo

Headlight Type--

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. Yes

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. Digital

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. Yes

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. 2

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. Digital

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. Yes

Low Oil Indicator Low oil indicator is a warning light that indicates that the engine is running lower oil than required to operate. No

Low Battery Indicator Low battery indicator suggests that the battery of the vehicle has lost a substantial amount of charge. Yes

Clock Clock is used to display time through the instrument cluster. This feature comes in motorcycles with a digital display. Yes

Battery Battery in a petrol-powered vehicle is used to support the self-start system, power the clock, and the USB charger. 12 V - 7 Ah (MF Battery)

Front storage box No

Under seat storage No

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. Yes

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. Yes

Brake/Tail Light--

Turn Signal--

Pass LightYes

GPS & NavigationYes

USB charging portYes

Start TypeElectric Start

KillswitchYes

Stepped SeatNo

Pillion BackrestNo

Pillion GrabrailYes

Pillion SeatYes

Pillion FootrestYes

Additional featuresXSENS Advantage Technology

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Hero Xpulse 200 User Reviews

4.4 353 ratings 117 reviews

4
Visual Appeal
4
Reliability
4
Comfort
4
Service Experience
4
Value for Money
3
Performance
4
Maintenance cost
3
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5Eye catchy machine 3 months ago by Dhaval Jain, Kota
To be honest, this bike is fantastic, I purchased this bike on 26 Oct 2022 and I am fully satisfied with this machine The engine is smooth, the pickup is good, and the main thing its look very different from other bikes, one thing that I don't like about this bike is th
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- Owned for
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- Ridden for
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5One of the best bike in India 5 months ago by Eddie, Shillong
It is one of my India dream bikes as I have driven one of my friends I really like everything... Just want to own it... It's like a machine to me what a bike... Hero, you really make a good bike... Thank you. I recommend buying this bike over all it's good and I hope on
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3Abs issue 6 months ago by Nitin, Nashik
Before buying check whether your abs are working properly cause you will notice in a few days your front brake will be locked automatically and then you have to change the whole kit of rs. 9245 which nowadays hero giving free of cost cause of company default. Otherwise,
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- Owned for
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- Ridden for
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- Got mileage of
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5Satisfied user 6 months ago by Tanmoy Debnath, Kolkata
The cycle is really awesome. It takes very low time to charge and goes along. The speed and gears are very helpful. Everyone should buy this cycle as it is budget-friendly. The riding experience is very smooth and awesome. Buying experience of this is also satisfying. P
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- Owned for
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- Ridden for
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- Got mileage of
  60 kmpl
5Best bike in 200cc segment with great performance in city roads 9 months ago by Rajesh, Chennai
I got this bike in Sept 2020. Riding is comfortable. The look is decent and you should at least be 5.10' to ride this bike. Comfort level 5/5, mileage pretty decent, servicing cost 5/5. This bike ride is like a horse on city roads. U ride this in any road condition, dir
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- Owned for
  > 1 yr
- Ridden for
  10000-15000 kms
- Got mileage of
  38 kmpl
4Best off road bike in budget 9 months ago by Sahil Shaikh
Good bike in this price range Ok for touring and daily commute Good milage it is owned by my friend Experience of buying this was ok they wear very supportive and managed persons The riding experience was fantastic Pros are it's very comfortable But the engine should ha
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Hero Xpulse 200 News

Hero Xpulse 200 2V discontinued in India
14 December 2022
Neil Nair
The motorcycle was sold as an affordable alternative to the 200 4V, but seems to be taken off the shelves now
Hero Xpulse 200 range gets price hike in July
06 July 2022
Suvil Susvirkar
Hero MotoCorp has revised the prices of its motorcycles and scooters in the Indian market to partially offset the increasing input costs.
Hero Xpulse 200 sales increase by 84 per cent!
30 April 2022
Neil Nair
Hero Motocorp sold 4,563 units of the Xpulse 200 in March 2022 as compared to 2,485 units in March 2021