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Hero Xpulse

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Expected price:

100,000 – 1.30 Lakhs

Expected Launch Date:  Oct 2018

Hero Xpulse
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Hero Xpulse

Hero Xpulse
 

Hero Xpulse Overview

After its unveiling at the EICMA last year, Hero Motocorp has recently showcased the much-awaited Hero Xpulse concept at the latest Auto Expo 2018. The stylish off-roader concept in the form of Hero Xpulse has made its debut at the high-end biennial event and sets high hopes for the company’s upcoming adventure motorcycle. The latest Hero Xpulse is the much-awaited motorbike in the adventure segment that can be observed as the successor to the previous Hero Impulse with additional features.Hero Xpulse Overview 

Hero Xpulse Engine & Transmission

The new-gen Hero Xpulse will be drawing power from the highly powerful 220cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder, fuel-injection technology engine that is capable of producing a maximum power of 18.6 PS at 8500 rpm along with the maximum torque of 17.2 Nm at 6000 rpm. The engine of the bike has been mated to the 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. Hero Xpulse Engine & Transmission

Hero Xpulse Braking & Safety

The suspension duties of the Hero Xpulse are carried out by the presence of front telescopic forks that come with 190mm travel along with 10-step gas-charged adjustable monoshock suspension towards the rear end along with a 170 mm travel. The Hero Xpulse comes equipped with 21-inch wheel at the front along with the 18-inch wheel at the rear end in addition to the ground clearance of around 220mm. Braking power to the bike comes from the discs at both the ends along with a switchable ABS that makes an addition to the production version of the bike.

Hero Xpulse Competitors

The closest competitor to the Hero Xpulse is the Royal Enfield Himalayan series.

Hero Xpulse Mileage

The Hero Xpulse features a 220cc engine displacement and is expected to be delivering an average mileage of around 33 kmpl. The all-new Hero Xpulse features some high-end design and technical specifications including a full-LED headlamp, luggage racks, knuckle guards, and protective windscreen towards offering protection from the harsh winds. Additionally, the motorbike also receives the highly advanced Turn-by-Turn Navigation technology which is assumed to be the first-ever introduction in the given segment. The Hero Xpulse will also be flaunting the immensely attractive all-digital instrument cluster along with the smartphone connectivity towards offering turn-by-turn navigation support. Hero Xpulse Mileage

Hero Xpulse Performance and Handling

The overall design features of the stylish Hero Xpulse boasts a simple design along with minimalistic body panels, long-distance traveling suspension setup, and tall riding position. The presence of protective windscreen ensures protection from wind buffeting and the knuckle guards of the motorbike ensure the ease of long-distance rides and adventure traveling. The advanced Hero Xpulse has been based on the designer high tensile steel diamond frame known for offering great strength and immense agility. In addition to this, the given adventure motorbike also comes fitted with an aluminum skid plate meant for providing protection to the oil slump and engine of the bike. The given set of features of the Hero Xpulse offers high functionality and usefulness, especially in off-road conditions. The up-swept exhaust system of the bike offers attractive water wading capacity.Hero Xpulse Performance and Handling 

Hero Xpulse What we think

The all-new Hero Xpulse is a high-performing entry-level adventure motorbike launched at the Auto Expo 2018.

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Hero Xpulse

Hero Xpulse is a new bike in the adventure segment, entering the market with many advanced features as compared to its predecessor. This bike projected a stylish image onto its onlookers at the 2017 EICMA and the 2018 Auto Expo. The company is counting on a good reception for this off-roader bike from the public in October 2018, which is the expected Hero Xpulse launch date in India.

Hero Xpulse Mileage

With a 220 cc engine displacement and 33 kmpl mileage, the new Hero Xpulse is going to give a good performance. The bike's design consists of a full-LED headlamp, knuckle guards and luggage racks. A windshield has also been fitted to avoid riding disturbance caused by harsh winds.

The Advanced Features of Hero Xpulse

The Hero Xpulse specifications that set it apart from other bikes are the all-digital instrument cluster, the turn by turn navigation and the smartphone connectivity, which make Hero Xpulse the first bike in the adventure segment to have such technological advancements.

Engine and Transmission

With Hero Xpulse's 220 cc engine capable of producing 18.6 PS power at 8500 rpm, the bikers are going to get a fuel-injection, air-cooled, single-cylinder technology engine delivering 17.2 Nm of maximum torque at 6000 rpm. In addition, the engine will come with a 6-speed manual transmission gearbox.

Hero Xpulse Performance and Handling

This off-road adventure bike will have a tall riding position, protective windshield and knuckle guards, along with a suspension setup suitable for long distance traveling. The company has opted for a minimalistic and simple body look, which gives off a stylish appearance. Though the Hero Xpulse colour variants are still not disclosed, the bike is expected to be equipped with a designer high tensile steel diamond frame, providing it the strength and agility, aluminum skid plate offering protection from oil slumps, and upswept exhaust system to bestow the bike with water-wading capabilities. All these characteristics that the new Hero Xpulse bike will have are required for a smooth riding experience on rough terrains.

Braking and Safety

Speaking of the braking features, the bike is equipped with 21-inch and 18-inch wheels at the front and back, respectively, with a ground clearance of 220 mm. The braking system is going to run effortlessly through discs present at both ends and with a switchable ABS.

The suspension functionality is going to be performed by the 190 mm front telescopic forks and 10 step gas-charged adjustable mono shock suspension at the rear end.

Competitors

The Royal Enfield Himalayan series bikes can serve as a competition to the next-generation Hero Xpulse adventure bike.

Our Verdict on the New Hero Xpulse

With the Hero Xpulse release date on October 2018 and the Xpulse price falling in the Rs. 1-1.30 Lakh range, this high-performance adventure bike is going to pose as a great option in the entry-level adventure motorbike segment in the Indian market.