Hero Xtreme 200S

The looks and design of the Xtreme 200S are similar to the old Karizma ZMR sports bike, but, it does come with a distinguished body design & looks to make it different from the regular Karizma ZMR. While the overall body is slim and tidy, the sleek LED headlight with plastic cowl has become a trademark for the sports bike segment over the years. The instrument cluster is now all-digital & it displays the fuel economy as well as comes with Bluetooth connectivity. The Xtreme 200S is also equipped with a USB charger. The single-wide seat is comfortable to sit and ride. The rear also embeds the use of a single triangular taillight which resembles the old Karizma model. The use of 5-spoke alloy wheels makes the overall design look subtle and practical.

The dimensions of the Xtreme 200S are long and wide according to the segment standards. The teardrop & sculpted fuel tank design with the small overall length helps the Xtreme 200S to become an easy handler inside the city traffic. The more turning radius and the placement of the handlebar make using the Xtreme 200S a bit hesitant as compared to the rivals in the segment. It is due to the semi-fairing body style characteristic that the Xtreme 200S beholds. 

The Hero Xtreme 200S is known for its ultra-reliable and fuel economic engine. Hero has equipped the Xtreme 200S with the most iconic, tried & tested engine in the entry-level sports motorcycle segment of India. The 199.6cc, oil-cooled engine makes out a peak power of 15.4 hp & 16.4 Nm of peak torque. While these figures might not look big over the paper, the lightweight Xtreme 200S picks up well for its weight and power figures. Hero has equipped the Xtreme 200S with a 5-speed gearbox that delivers the power to the rear wheel. Also, due to the small engine capacity which is B6 compliant now, the Xtreme 200S can deliver up to an ARAI-claimed fuel economy of 36.9 kmpl which is decent among the segment rivals. 

It is the good setup of tyres and brakes altogether that makes the Hero Xtreme 200S one of the most well-knitted city motorcycles for the everyday commute. The potential buyers love the 17-inch tubeless alloy wheels & tyres which are supported by a good combination of disc brakes on both ends. While it feels like a necessity nowadays to equip the motorcycle with disc brakes, the price bracket of the Splendor+ Xtec becomes a constraint. Feature-wise, the Splendor+ Xtec comes equipped with Bluetooth connectivity, a Distance to Empty Indicator, an all-digital instrument cluster,  as well as a USB charger.  

The ride & handling of Xtreme 200S is well-tuned according to the Indian roads. The ride quality is soft with a pillion but it feels firm when ridden solo. Contrary to this, high-speed riding becomes stable and the suspension works well over the undulations of the road. Hero Xtreme 200S is designed for the everyday office commuter and the handling is nimble as well as easy to maneuver through the tight city traffic spaces.