Hero Xpulse 200 4V Price in Katihar

I bought this bike for my daily commute and occasional tours. After completing 14k km I can say this bike meets my needs. I have done long tours and mostly in hill areas. This bike performed extremely well with a pillion. I use it in my daily office and traffic never stopped me. It has the anywhere-go capability.
Things I need to take care of frequently are chain lubing and engine oil change. Accelerate wire changed once due to manufacturing defects.
Both disc pads changed at 13k km.
Have done some modifications, like tail rack, auxiliary lamps(60w & hjg), and mobile holder with usb port. All are working extremely well.
On highways, i can cruise 80kmph comfortably. Anything over 90kmph, the bike feels peppy.
I have done some extreme off-road with the machine, it absolutely amazed me.
The drawbacks are, the very light illumination of headlights, the seat is not comfortable, ride over 65kmph and you will get 30 to 35 kmpl. The engine gets hot quickly.
Overall good experience. I recommend it.

About the Reviewer

**note: don’t buy this motorcycle thinking that it would accelerate like a ktm, apache or pulsar in the same segment. The xpulse is meant to chew broken roads and trails rather than the tarmac.
Whether the hero xpulse 200 is worth buying or not depends on your personal needs, preferences, and budget. The xpulse 200 is a touring-focused variant of the xpulse 200, it's well-suited for long-distance rides and weekend trips. It comes with a comfortable seat, a windscreen, and alloy wheels, which make it more comfortable for the rider during long rides. It's also equipped with a fully digital instrument cluster and a mobile charging port, which are useful features for long rides. The xpulse 200 is also powered by the same 199.6 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that produces 18.1 ps of power and 17.1 nm of torque as the xpulse 200. It also comes with a 5-speed gearbox and has good fuel efficiency.
Is the hero xpulse 200t worth buying?
For more than a month I am doing analysis of xpulse 200t features and expert reviews. Spoke with users to get their opinion and reviews. Recently I took test rides for hero xpulse 200t. I really liked it. Sharing my thoughts here.
Let's check the technical details and positive points:
Pros:
1. 18 bhp engine.
2. Latest features in digital instrument console like 2 trimester, gps Bluetooth connectivity, side stand indicator, fuel indicator etc.
3. Tubeless tyres. 130/70 wide rear tyre.
4. Led headlamp and taillamp.
5. 35-42 kmpl mileage
7. Retro classic design with comfortable seating posture for commute and long rides, good ground clearance, and wide handlebar.
8. Metal fuel tank, no fibre fairings on tanks.
Cons:
Compared to other 200 cc bikes, the power is a bit low. But with this pricing I would compare it with 160 cc bikes like honda hornet, fzs v3, apache 160 4v etc (13-16 bhp engines), here xpulse 200t definitely stands above.
I really don't like sporty and aggressive sitting on almost all other bikes in the same segment (160-200cc).
For one who required a bike for commuting and occasionally long rides, it is definitely a good option.

About the Reviewer

Purchased with enthusiasm, the Hero Xpulse 200 4V initially seemed like a promising ride. The suspension delivered a smooth experience, and regular servicing was a testament to my commitment to maintenance. However, the journey hit a rough patch at 9000km with a broken gear assembly balancer-driven washer, an issue that reemerged at 14000 km.
Despite adhering to service schedules, this recurring problem has marred the reliability of the bike. Conversations with fellow Xpulse owners in online communities have revealed a pattern of similar experiences, with no definitive solutions in sight. This has led to a growing dissatisfaction among riders, myself included.
The financial impact is non-negligible, with an investment of INR 170,000 feeling increasingly unjustified. The lack of resolution and repeated nature of the engine problem has eroded my trust in the brand, to the point where recommending this bike to others is out of the question.
In conclusion, the Hero Xpulse 200 4V has fallen short of expectations. Potential buyers should be wary of the engine issues that have yet to be addressed by the manufacturer, casting a shadow over what could have been a commendable machine.

About the Reviewer