The new iteration of Hero MotoCorp’s Xpulse 210 dual sport motorcycle prominently showcased itself at the EICMA 2024, with a redesigned exterior and improved systems, and now boasting a larger engine. This popular dual sport motorcycle from Hero MotoCorp has come with advancements that make it a force to reckon with in the adventure and off road market. Below is an overview of the present Xpulse 210’s main improvements.
New Enhancements Include a 210cc Engine That Delivers Top Performance.
The Xpulse 210 is introduced to the world that has a strong liquid-cooled 4-stroke DOHC 210cc engine which offers a reasonable amount of power improvement. This engine can generate 24 bhp and 20.7 Nm of maximum torque, which represents a fantastic improvement from its predecessor. The Xpulse 210’s engine has a six-speed manual transmission with an assist and slipper clutch, which helps alleviate clutch effort. The economy of this setup is easy rider control, which makes it easy for Xpulse 210 to comprehensively tackle both city riding as well as tough off road locations.
Enhanced Navigation features With a Bluetooth Tactile TFT display
The Xpulse 210 has also introduced a 4.2-inch TFT screen for the first ever time. This new digital instrument cluster is integrated with Bluetooth features, allowing riders to pair their smartphones to receive notifications, calls and messages. It adds a turn-by-turn navigation system to the bike which would make it easier to plan the route during long distance rides or when riding off the road. The addition of Deeran 5G TFT display makes designation much simpler and access to many features much easier, aiming at newer generations motorcycles.
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Cosmetic Changes that enhance the Overall Design Language of the Xpulse 210
The Xpulse 210 comes with new design changes while still keeping the outline of the bike the same. The front mudguard looks sharper which contributes to a more aggressive feel to the motorcycle. Staying true to form, Hero held the iconic round LED headlamp, which enhances Xpulse’s widespread ‘cut’. The wider fuel tank covers, as well as the taller windscreen complete such require for the bike as to be more rugged looking and protective.
In the bike, the rear has a more compact exhaust system on it, along with a re-styled tail lamp which gives the bike a wide range of looks but still keeps it sporty. All these changes give the competitive edge to Xpulse 210, which looks somewhat different from the previous ones but still remains in notices for Xpulse aficionados.
Improved Braking and Off-Road Suspension Systems
The Xpulse 210 has a telescopic fork in the front end with length travel which is adjustable, and a mono-shock in the rear end in order to make it appropriate for dual-sport riding. The front suspension has 210 mm of travel and the rear has 205 mm so the motorbike can handle a lot of roughness. The combination of this feature and leaning in at 170 kg in kerb mass gives a controlled laying experience to the rider, even on rough trails.
Further, on the front and rear ends of the Xpulse 210, there are disc brakes, which are included with a switchable ABS system that has multiple modes for added control and safety. Riders can also turn off the ABS when conditions do not require it, enabling them to better adapt to a variety of riding conditions. The front wheel has a dimension of 21 inches and the rear wheel has 18 inches in which height do provide the necessary stability and traction when riding in off-road surfaces.
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The Era of Adventure Bikes Has Arrived with New Models
Hero MotoCorp is now officially in the business of manufacturing adventure motorcycles after unveiling the Xpulse 210 where the combination of the powerful engine, TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, and better suspension makes the Xpulse 210 perfect for daily commuting, as well as trail rides on the weekends. These changes portray the efforts of Hero in ensuring that the riders own a multi-purpose bike with plenty of features, suitable for any kind of riding.
Adventure motorcycling is gaining in popularity and the Xpulse 210 is able to attract and sustain the interest of both adventure and urban riders thanks to its combination of power, technology and style.
