Honda CB200X vs Hero XPulse 200 4V Comparison - Which One to Pick?

The two-wheeler segment in India is floating with a wide variety of motorcycles and scooters. The 200cc commuters are further enhanced, modern and futuristic with the new range of models like the ones we have today, Honda CB200X and Hero XPulse 200 4V. Both the motorcycles are entry-level ADVs introduced in India. There are currently 14 ADV models offered by the manufacturers. However, Here is our Honda CB200X vs Hero XPulse 200 4V Comparison to help you make a more informed decision.

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Honda CB200X and Hero XPulse 200 4V Comparison - Features

Hero for the first time introduced a 200cc ADV motorcycle in the market. It is a lightweight multi-purpose bike made for everyday rides as well as for some adventures. The bike comes with dual-purpose tyres, larger wheels, high ground clearance, and easy seat access for on or off roads.

Hero has installed long 190 mm travel suspensions at the front, up-swept exhaust, aluminium bash plate, and 10-step adjustable mono-shock at the rear. The bike is an adventure tourer that comes with smartphone connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, full new LED headlamps, and larger disc brakes with ABS. to make the bike look more attractive, Hero offers optional rally kits with its XPulse 200. 

Honda CB200X has an urban explorer design that offers tall wind visors ensuring enhanced aerodynamics with a comfortable ride. The bike is built on a diamond type steel frame and is a testament to the strength and backbone behind your passion for biking.

The bike comes equipped with an all-LED lightning package, lightweight and strong alloy wheels, first-in-segment knuckle covers with LED winkers, long and comfortable split seat, an under-cowl for stylish looks and better aerodynamics. 

Coming on to CB200X technology, it offers dynamic performance with fuel efficiency and power, and displays powerful torque characteristics. It comes with single-channel ABS and dual petal disc brakes, fully digital instrument cluster which displays all necessary details needed by the rider, engine stop switch, golden USD front forks, hazard switch, ignition is on the tank, mono shockers at the rear, raised handlebars, and tough tread pattern tyres. All these features give CB200X a proper ADV feel. 

Honda CB200X and Hero XPulse 200 4V Comparison - Specifications

Honda CB200X is powered by a 200cc, four stroke, single cylinder, BS-VI petrol engine that churns out 17.26 PS of maximum power and 16.1 Nm of peak torque. On the other hand, Hero XPulse 200 now comes with an updated refined engine option that has 6% more power and 5% more torque than the previous model. 

XPulse is powered by a 199.6cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with a 4-valve setup that is now capable of delivering 19.1 PS of maximum power which was 18.08 PS and 17.35 Nm of peak torque which was 16.45 Nm. Hero just introduced the 2021 XPulse 200 4v, earlier the bike was only available with 2-valve setup. 

On comparing the specifications of both the ADVs, XPulse 200 4V seems to be more powerful with its updated 4-valve setup that has also raised its power and torque figures. The bikes being 200cc only still a difference in their engine displacement, type, power and torque can be spotted. CB200X is also no less, it is inspired from its elder sibling CB500X.

Dimensions

Now, let's give a glance at the other important factor to consider is the dimensions that will help in understanding the difference in size of the two motorcycles. All the dimensions mentioned below are in mm.

XPulse is a bigger ADV than CB200X. CB200X is smaller in all dimensions, whether seen at the length, width, height, wheelbase or any other dimension. Both motorcycles carry true off-roading capabilities with healthy proportions and equally distributed weight. 

Honda CB200X and Hero XPulse 200 4V Comparison - Price

Now comes the matter of concern, the pricing. Hero XPulse 200 with 2-valve setup was priced at Rs 1,23,150 (ex-showroom,Delhi) whereas the just launched updated XPulse 200 4V is priced at Rs 1,28,500 (ex-showroom, Delhi). With the introduction of a 4-valve setup Hero XPulse could notice a change in power and torque figures. Along with this, Hero also tweaked its headlamp unit and has made its seating a bit more comfortable than before.

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) also has played smart with its pricing. Except CB200X, Honda also has a Hornet 2.0 which carries the same specifications and features just like CB200X which is Rs 12,262 more expensive than Hornet 2.0 and Rs 16,000 more expensive than Hero XPulse 200 4V. Honda CB200X is priced at Rs 1,44,500 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

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Verdict

Honda is the worlds largest manufacturer of two-wheelers in India. Honda recently launched the concept of BigWing stores in India in some cities. Motorcycles like CB350, CB500X, CB650R, CBR650R, and other sporty, expensive commuters are available at these stores only. Whereas, the entry-level motorcycles and scooters will be available across every dealership. 

With the help of this comparison difference can be spotted in the design language, dimensions, specifications and of course the pricing. If someone like me is interested in opting for a 200cc motorcycle, I would consider the XPulse 200 4V not just because of its pricing but also due to its riding posture and fun to ride factor.

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