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Bajaj Pulsar 220F vs Hero Karizma XMR

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar 220F or Hero Karizma XMR? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar 220F and Karizma XMR. Bajaj Pulsar 220F Price starts at Rs.1.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Hero Karizma XMR Price starts at Rs.2.00 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Top. Bajaj Pulsar 220F is 1 cylinder, 164 cc Engine can generate 20.11 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas Hero Karizma XMR is a 1 cylinder, 210 cc Engine can generate 25.15 bhp @9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Pulsar 220F provides a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model), and Karizma XMR has a mileage of 35 kmpl (base model). Bajaj Pulsar 220F is available in 3 colours & 1 variants whereas Hero Karizma XMR is available in 5 colours & 3 variants.

Pulsar 220F vs Karizma XMR

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar 220FHero Karizma XMR
PriceRs.1.38 LakhRs.2.00 Lakh
Engine Capacity164.82 cc210 cc
Power20.11 bhp @ 8500 rpm25.15 bhp @9250 rpm
Mileage/Range40 kmpl35 kmpl
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.55 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    2.24 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    15 Litres
    11 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    164.82 cc
    210 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Single Channel ABS
    Dual Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Dual Piston
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    -
    300
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    28
    29
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    29
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    29
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    30
    29
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopicwitanti-frictiobush
    Dia 37 mm& Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush
    Rear Suspension
    5 way adjustable& Nitrox shock absorber
    Gas Charged Mono Shock& 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 17 Tubeless
    100/80-17 TL

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    check
    Tachometer
    Analogue
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Digital
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight
    -
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years or 75000 Km
    5 Years or 70000 kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Double Cradle Down Tube
    Steel Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    check
    Engine Capacity
    164.82 cc
    210 cc
    Engine Type
    4-stroke& 2-Valve& Twin Spark BSVI Compliant& DTS-i FI Engine& Oil cooled
    4 Stroke 4 Valve Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled DOHC
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    12 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    Full DC
    -
    Top Speed
    136 kmph
    130 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    67 mm x 62.4 mm
    73 mm x 50 mm
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Oil Cooled
    Liquid Cooled
    Fuelling
    -
    Fuel Injection

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    check
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    check
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    check

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    Halogen
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    check
    Power Modes
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    -
    check
    Traction Control System
    check

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2035 mm
    2068 mm
    Width
    750 mm
    760 mm
    Height
    1165 mm
    1110 mm
    Wheelbase
    1350 mm
    1351 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    160 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    15 Litres
    11 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.45 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Sports Bike
    Seat Height
    795 mm
    810 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    160 kg
    163.5 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Design and styling are iconic and attract attention on the road
    • Size is big and it feels like a big sports bike to sit
    • Wide rear tyre helps in confident handling around curves
    • Soft suspension is good for long-distance touring
    • Mid-range of its engine performance is useful for highway riding
    • The faired design looks nice and make nit a head-turner vehicle.
    • The 210cc engine is one of the most powerful options in the segment.
    • Comfortable riding posture- slightly upright and less committed.
    • USD front forks have made suspension better.
    • Smooth gear transitions make city and highway rides easy and comfortable.
    Cons
    • It looks and feels old as well as outdated
    • Lacks crucial features that the rivals have
    • The 5-speed gearbox feels strained on the highway
    • You don’t feel the engine’s punch until 6,000 rpm.
    • Build quality is not that good.
    • Vibrations evident on higher speeds- when you go above 5,000 rpm
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    Safety

    Pulsar 220F comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Traction Control System. Karizma XMR has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Switch, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system , Slipper Clutch.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar 220F has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Hero Karizma XMR, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Riding Modes, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Bajaj Pulsar 220F comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and Karizma XMR comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar 220F has a 15 Litres fuel tank with 1165 mm seat height. Hero Karizma XMR has 1110 mm seat height and 11 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar 220F and Hero Karizma XMR Owner Reviews

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    • Karizma XMR Review
      • A
        Ashok
        07 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Number one bike the Bajaj 220. A superb model from Bajaj. Great looks and an amazing bike. I like this bike; it’s my dream bike, the 220. I love it so much.
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        Ravendra Kushwaha
        06 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Very nice-looking bike with excellent design and color. Low maintenance, comfortable ride, good mileage, and smooth driving. Lovely design, attractive speedometer, and good tyres. Full tank performance is also impressive.
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        Anonymous
        06 Sep 2025
        3.6
        Powerful, stable, and comfortable seating position. Low maintenance with new graphics, while the old meter console looks good. The build quality of this bike is excellent. Overall, a complete package.
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      • RS
        RITIK SHARMA Sharma
        22 Aug 2025
        4.2
        The BS4 Pulsar 220 is super awesome! I’ve reached a top speed of 145 km/h on it and have completed many trips, including to Ladakh. The seat of the Pulsar 220 is much more comfortable than that of any other bike I’ve ridden.
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      • V
        Vi
        28 Days ago
        4.2
        The Pulsar 220 offers good mileage, powerful performance, and is perfect for both city and highway rides. It provides great comfort, low maintenance, and spare parts are easily available. My experience with this bike has been excellent, and I absolutely love it.
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