Earlier last year Hero had showcased a few of their new creations at the 2024 EICMA. The brand is now all set to launch them at the Bharat Mobility Expo. Namely The new launches would include the new Karizma, The Extreme 250r as well as the new rendition of Xpulse. Below are all the expected launches that we expect Hero to unveil at the Bharat Mobility Expo.
Karizma XMR 250
One of the most anticipated big upgrades this year, the bike would soon be launched at the Bharat Mobility Expo. The XMR 250 would supposedly be more powerful avatar of the already selling 210 cc sibling in the Hero vehicle clan. The bike would have a completely new look with a more sharper lines and a new front fascia. While once the bike used to be the only fully faired bike in the market it would now have to compete with the likes of RC200, R15, and Suzuki Gixxer 250.
Hero Xpulse 210-2025
The Xpulse 200 4v was a instant hit in the Indian market, adventure enthusiasts welcomed the bike with open arms. Following the same recipe for success Hero is again gearing up to launch its new Xpulse 210cc. The bike would have a revised styling along with a new engine that has already been seen on the Karizma ZMR. The 210 cc engine is expected to provide a power output of around 24.6 bhp, along with 20.7 NM of peak torque. The engine has been mated to a 6 speed sequential gear box that might have slipper clutch features as well. To be able to manage its off-road duties the bike would have Telescopic Front Forks with 210mm travel, and the rear set up of the vehicle would be a monoshock suspension.
Hero Xoom 125 R
The Hero Xoom would be a 110 cc ICE scooter that would be powered by a Air Cooled 4 stroke Si engine. The engine churns out maximum output of around 8.05 BHP @ 7250 Rpm. The max torque figures of the engine are around 8.70NM @ 5750 Rpm. The bike would have a fuel injected system for better efficiency and mileage. Hero might be planning to launch a new 160 cc variant of the scooter In the future. The scooter was recently spotted while being tested.
Hero Xtreme 250R
Needles to say the bike would be a street fighter version of the Karizma XMR 250. The bike would cater to those who seek the power of a 250cc engine along with the practicality of a street fighter bike. The bike would be powered by the same engine as that of the Karizma XMR 250. Its possible that the vehicle might be launched at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. So if you have been planning to go for the Yamaha FZ S, or a duke 250 waiting for a sort while to try on the new Xtreme might help you choose a bike that would suit your needs better.
Hero Destini 125
The gearless scooter segment in India is pretty expansive and its only evident that Hero is trying to bring in a participant into the competition. the scooter would be launched in the 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo. this would go against the likes of Honda Activa , Suzuki Maestro and a few others. its possible that Hero might bring in a EV version of the same vehicle in the future.
Other launches that can be witnessed at the Auto Expo could be the Apache RTX 300 adventure, A new facelift for a few other bikes in the segment.
Should You Wait For The New Launches
If you are browsing the market for a new bike in the 300cc segment and consider the new Karizma or the Extreme to be a possible choice, you should wait. But otherwise if you have made up your mind to buy a KTM, Yamaha or a Honda you should proceed. Often when new bikes are launched the existing bikes get a price adjustment. Its possible that such adjustments might prove beneficial for you.
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