Hero Karizma reloaded: Price, specs and launch details
Delhi : The latest generation Karizma XMR was shown off by Hero MotoCorp to dealers a few months ago, and since then, it has been observed testing a few times. The fully faired motorcycle's design patent just surfaced online, signalling the impending release. The biggest two-wheeler producer in the nation has already guaranteed that it would be unveiled on August 29.
Witness the return of the legend on August 29 at Gurugram is written across a lengthy stretch of road with a stormy background in a teaser photograph shared by Hero. Royal Enfield will introduce the latest generation Bullet 350 in Chennai the following day. Back in the day, the Karizma set the bar for entry-level sportsbikes, but it frequently fell short of expectations from buyers, as evidenced by the ZM
Due to disappointing sales results, the Hero Karizma nameplate was retired in 2019. With design cues from the original Karizma, it is making a reappearance in a brand-new avatar. The brand was noted for its well-tuned drivetrain, strong acceleration, and commendable level of comfort for both regular usage and occasional touring.
The new motorbike might make an attempt to imitate that, but probably in a more aggressive way. As Hero already has the 200 cc oil-cooled 4V unit and is developing new motorcycles based on Harley-Davidson's 440 cc oil-cooled mill and its very own 420 cc liquid-cooled powertrain, the 2023 Hero Karizma XMR will be equipped with a brand-new 210 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, expanding the above 200 cc family.
The Hero Karizma XMR 210 will probably have a six-speed gearbox and have a maximum power output of about 25 horsepower and 30 Nm. It is anticipated to be equipped with a twin-channel ABS system as standard, an all-digital instrument dashboard with Bluetooth connectivity, a clip-on upright handlebar, a side-mounted exhaust system, split seats, dual LED headlamps, LED turn signals, and LED tail lamps, among other features.
It will face off against the Bajaj Pulsar RS 200, Suzuki Gixxer SF 250, and Yamaha R15 V4.0. Hero sells their motorcycles competitively, therefore we can anticipate that the beginning price will be close to Rs. 1.75 lakh (ex-showroom).