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Hero 2.5R XTUNT ConceptNovelty features on Hero 2.5R XTUNT Concept like follow-me drone and active aero tech are less likely to make it production modelAt 2023 EICMA Show, Hero made quite a spectacle by displaying two new scooters and a brand-new motorcycle concept. Called Concept 2.5R XTUNT, it caught our eyes at the show immediately. We couldn’t help but wonder, is this the concept for upcoming Xtreme 210R? This 2.5R XTUNT will be the primary inspiration for upcoming 210cc Xtreme street bike as revealed by comparison image below.Hero 2.5R XTUNT Unveiled At 2023 EICMAAccording to Hero MotoCorp, 2.5R XTUNT is designed to appeal new-age thrill-seekers and for riders craving urban adventure filled with adrenaline. Hero promises an unapologetic design, which translates to a wild appearance. Going by Hero’s words, Concept 2.5R XTUNT has a radical new design that screams aggression. With the Red and White colourway, it looks very nice too.Especially at the front where headlights look menacing with an animalistic appeal. A devilish LED DRL signature, sleek headlight bulbs and other bits that should appeal to the youth. Concept 2.5R XTUNT seeks a committed riding posture and an aggressive stance. Seat looks slightly taller and rear subframe is minimal. Production model will get a more conventional setup.Hero promises a lightweight chassis, powerful engine and advanced technology for pinpoint precise corner carving. The design is quite standout and will be the prominent aspect of buying decision when launched. It aims for next gen riders seeking thrill of adventure and urban freestyle.Hero 2.5R XTUNT Concept FasciaIn terms of componentry, the bike sports a lightweight trellis frame that looks a lot like new Karizma’s, USD telescopic front forks finished in Gold shade, rear mono-shock suspension, fatter slick tyres wrapped to fancy alloy wheels, an underbelly exhaust and engine protector finished in White. There is active aero tech and a follow-me drone at the back too, which are less likely to make it to production.Xtreme 210R is the production version of this motorcycleSpeaking of powertrain, it packs the same engine as Karizma XMR 210. Given the name Concept 2.5R XTUNT, we would reckon it is displacing around 250cc. The production version, however, is likely to have an identical powertrain setup as Karizma’s. Which is a  210cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled, 4V, DOHC engine packing 25 horses, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.Hero has already commenced testing of the production version of Concept 2.5R XTUNT in India. It bears similar design and overall silhouette and proportions with the spied test mules. The Xtreme 210R name is probable, considering Hero’s past naming strategies.Hero 2.5R XTUNT Concept compared with Xtreme 210R test mulesWhen launched, it will take on multiple rivals like KTM 200 Duke, Suzuki Gixxer 250 and the likes. Given that it is a Hero MotoCorp product, it will undercut the rivals significantly and given the positioning below Karizma XMR, we can expect a price point of around Rs. 1.7 lakh (ex-sh). More

Hero Xoom 160 trademarked in IndiaAs opposed to current scooter lineup, Hero Xoom 160 is a stepping stone in Hero’s premium product history and will be unveiled tomorrowHero is going all-in with its premium range of 2W products, to be specifically sold in Premia dealerships. We saw the launch of Karizma XMR, 2023 Xpulse 200 4V Pro and now, the company is unveiling two new products at 2023 EICMA Show. A premium scooter tomorrow, and an ADV-style Hero Xoom 160 maxi scooter tomorrow. In a recent post, we covered Xude scooter, also to be unveiled alongside Xoom 160.Hero Xoom 160 Scooter Details TeasedRecently Hero teased its ADV-styled maxi scooter for the first time after patent designs leaked. Interestingly, Hero deleted its first teaser in favour of a new one that reveals some finer details of this upcoming scooter. For starters, the scooter wears XOOM and 160 badgings. So, that will be the name of Hero’s first non-step-through scooter, as confirmed by trademark filed.Trademark was filed just a week ago. So, launch timeline is further down the road, rather than in the immediate vicinity. For the first time, Hero is taking significant strides with its premium products portfolio. In scooters, Hero Xoom 160 will be the brand’s flagship. As seen in recent teaser, it has quite some kit too.Speaking of kit, Hero has teased quite a lot. For starters, the 160 number in Hero Xoom 160 is likely to denote its engine displacement number. So, the same engine as Xtreme 160R is likely. That said, Hero is providing some kind of active cooling for this engine with a radiator setup. This radiator is of different shape than Xtreme 160R’s owing to different packaging.Hero Xoom 160 active engine coolingThis squarish radiator can very well be a part of an oil cooling setup. Other than that, there are larger 14-inch wheels (not confirmed) wrapped with block-pattern dual-sport tyres, long travel suspension, non-step-through floorboard with fuel tank in the spine, a tall windscreen, and more.SUV of 2W vehicles?The modern TFT screen from Karizma XMR for instrumentation, twin-pod LED headlights, relaxed ergos for riders, a wide and accommodating seat, a luggage rack with an optional top box, keyless go and commanding road presence may be some of its key highlights. Hero calls Xoom 160 as “Champion of off-beat rides”.If there is a 2W company in India that knows a good deal about off-roading and rough-roading, rallying, trail riding, then it has to be Hero MotoCorp. With years of off-roading expertise, Hero is likely to tune the suspension of Xoom 160 perfectly.Hero Xoom 160 designEven though Hero has just teased this scooter, we can see some components and the overall fit and finish of this scooter, which might very well be the best from Hero MotoCorp till date. One doesn’t have to be a genius to realise that Hero is aiming for Yamaha Aerox 155. Probably even Honda’s ADV 160 in global markets.In India, Yamaha Aerox 155 enjoyed quite a niche for quite some time. Hero has arrived to crash the party. Currently, Yamaha Aerox 155 commands quite a premium at Rs. 1.47 lakh (ex-sh). Hero Xoom 160 might cost around Rs. 1.25 lakh (ex-sh).Hero Xoom 160 features More

Hero Xude Scooter Unveil TomorrowThe new Hero Xude scooter has been officially teased by the brand and is set to debut at 2023 EICMA Show alongside Hero’s ADV maxi scooterIndia’s largest 2W manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, is expanding its already large portfolio to carve out a premium lineup. These will be sold at Hero’s new Premia dealerships. Where scooters are concerned, Hero will sell Vida range at Premia showrooms. Upcoming Xude and Hero’s new ADV maxi scooter will grace Premia dealership soon.Hero Xude Scooter – Xoom’s upmarket brother?After patenting the design in India, Hero Xude has been officially teased by Hero for the first time. At their official Instagram handle, Hero MotoCorp has revealed that it will unveil its newest “Ultimate Urban Commuter” tomorrow, at 2023 EICMA show alongside Hero’s upcoming ADV-style maxi scooter.The name Xude is in line with the newfound X-factor that Hero is shooting for. When we take into account patented design, it bears a lot of semblance to Xoom 110 scooter on sale in India. Sure, they’re not completely identical. That said, upcoming Xude is a lot more premium than Xoom 110.We say this because Hero’s recent teaser reveals a much sharper design attributes, in keeping with Xoom’s overall silhouette. At the front, there is a new apron along with new LED turn indicators, wider and sleeker LED headlights, and slightly distinct LED DRL signature. Panels beside front apron are sportier too.Hero Xude Scooter 110cc Engine LikelySide body panels have sharper character lines and creases that give it a more upmarket look. We hope it packs a better and more informative instrument cluster with Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation, music controls and more, to go along with “Ultimate Urban Commuter” tag. Maybe the same TFT unit as Karizma’s?Is it 125cc or the same 110cc as Xoom?The patent design shows presence of larger wheels than that of Xoom’s. For context, Xoom gets 12-inch wheels. So, 14-inch wheels are likely with Hero Xude scooter. Not just size, design of Xude’s wheels is far more upmarket too. This is still a step-through scooter and comes with a flat floorboard for practicality.As per powertrains, Hero Xude scooter is rumoured to get the larger 125cc engine from Destini and Maestro range. That said, we would suggest taking this with a pinch of salt. Because the engine casing and exhaust canister on upcoming Hero Xude scooter are looking identical to Hero’s 110 cc Xoom.New Hero Xude scooter design patent leaksThis 110.9 cc single-cylinder engine will develop around 8 bhp of peak power and 8.7 Nm of peak torque, mated to a CVT. No fancy equipment like liquid cooling, something that Hero’s upcoming ADV maxi scooter will get. In contrast, Hero’s 125cc engine has 9 bhp and 10.4 Nm.We would reckon Hero is targeting global markets with Xude scooter, where a premium 110cc scooter is currently in demand. We hope there is a 125cc version of this scooter in the future for India, because the looks are far more promising to rival the likes of TVS Ntorq 125. More

Hero ADV Maxi Scooter to be unveiled at 2023 EICMA alongside Vida V1 ProThere is a small probability of Hero ADV maxi scooter getting Xtreme 160R 4V’s 163.2cc oil-cooled engine, detuned to make 15 bhp and 14 NmIndia’s largest motorcycle manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, seems to be eyeing India’s premium scooter market. Hero is taking decent strides in that regard by working on two new premium scooters that have been patented and one spotted testing. However, there’s more to the story as Hero is teasing three scooters to be unveiled at 2023 EICMA show.Hero Unveiling Three Scooters At 2023 EICMAThe prospect of a new ADV maxi scooter from Hero MotoCorp is enticing. The other two scooters flanking this new vehicle in Hero’s latest teaser are Vida V1 with a single seat and twin seat layouts. This is a clear indication that Hero is taking Vida V1 Pro global, eyeing multiple markets.As of now, Hero Vida V1 Pro electric scooter is offered with a twin removable battery setup boasting a multitude of features and creature comforts. In total Vida V1 Pro packs a 3.94 kWh battery (combined) promising 110 km of real-world range and a top speed of 80 km/h.Customisable DIY seating, a 7-inch TFT display, LED projector headlights, and DC fast charging are some of its highlight features. Creature comforts include keyless start and go, cruise control, 2-way intelligent throttle, multiple ride modes with a custom setting and others.Hero Vida V1 Electric ScooterHero ADV maxi scooter – The star of the showApart from the two Vida V1 Pro scooters in the teaser above, Hero is also showcasing an ADV style maxi scooter. The company has already patented this design in India. Looking at it from the front alongside Vida scooters, it looks massive and makes its presence known.There is a tall windscreen too, that adds to visual drama of this machine and offers some level of wind protection. Going by recent windscreens by Hero, this one is likely to be adjustable too, by a small margin. We can see a dual headlight setup that wouldn’t look out of place on a big bike.Design patents reveal a tiny beak-like element too, amplifying its ADV roots more. Wheels look like they are 14 inches in size, contributing to the overall stance. Front suspension is in the form of RSU telescopic forks and seems to be long-travel ones. Rear gets a twin shock absorber setup. The swingarm-mounted engine looks unlike any other Hero scooter.Hero maxi scooter patantedYamaha Aerox 155 RivalThis leads to speculations suggesting Hero ADV maxi scooter may get Xtreme 160R 4V’s single-cylinder unit displacing 163.2cc and boasts a 4V head and active oil cooling. Performance figures of around 15 bhp and 14 Nm are sufficient, a slight detune from Xtreme 160R 4V’s setup. This way, Hero can take on Yamaha Aerox 155, enjoying quite a niche.When launched, it will be Hero’s first non-step-through scooter in modern times. There will be a center spine that could house scooter’s fuel tank, liberating quite a lot of space in under-seat storage. If priced around Rs. 1.2 lakh (ex-sh), it will undercut Yamaha Aerox 155 by up to Rs. 27,000 and will be sold at Hero’s new Premia dealerships. More

Hero Xpulse at new Premia dealershipHero MotoCorp commenced deliveries of the Harley-Davidson X440 premium motorcycle during the Navratri festivalWhile the ongoing festive season added to company sales, a series of new product launches in the premium segment is set to steer Hero MotoCorp to new heights in terms of sales in the months ahead. Hero MotoCorp ended the month of October 2023 on a positive note with 5.74 lakh scooter and motorcycle sales relating to double-digit YoY growth of 26 percent.Hero sales October 2023The new Harley Davidson X440, co-developed along with Harley-Davidson, which was re-opened for bookings and test rides has seen deliveries being effected during the month of October 2023. Since its launch, the company has received over 25,000 bookings. Having commenced deliveries of this premium motorcycle on the first day of Navratri festival, Hero MotoCorp delivered 1000 units across 100 dealerships in India.Along with this, the company also inaugurated a new dealership called ‘Hero Premia’ in Calicut, Kerala. It is here that the company’s premium range – Karizma XMR, Vida V1 scooters and Harley-Davidson X440 will go on display.Hero MotoCorp sales(motorcycles + scooters) (domestic sales + exports) in October 2023 stood at 5,74,930 units. This was a 26 percent growth over 4,54,582 units sold in October 2022. It was also a MoM growth over 5,36,499 units sold in September 2023. YTD sales also improved to 33,44,030 units in the April-October 2023 period from 32,72,943 units sold in the same period of 2022.Hero Sales October 2023Ending the month with a positive noteMotorcycle sales grew to 5,29,341 units in October 2023, a YoY growth over 4,19,568 units sold in October 2022. It was also a YTD increase to 30,99,029 units during the April-October 2023 period when compared to 30,58,185 units sold in a year ago period.Scooters also saw increased demand both on a YoY and YTD basis. Sales improved to 45,589 units in October 2023 from 35,014 units sold in October 2022 while on a YTD basis, scooter sales grew to 2,45,001 units from 214,758 sold during FY23.Out of a total of 5,74,930 units sold in October 2023, domestic sales stood at 5,59,766 units while exports were at 15,164 units. This was significantly higher when compared to domestic sales of 4,42,825 unit and exports of 11,757 units in October 2022. YTD domestic sales also grew to 32,40,956 units in April-October 2023 from 31,60,105 units sold in October 2022 while exports fell to 1,03,074 units in the FY24 period as compared to 1,12,838 units shipped in FY23.Hero MotoCorp Upcoming LaunchesIn October 2023, Hero MotoCorp was actively testing the new Xtreme 210 and Xpulse 210. The two models were spotted on test in the higher regions of Khardung La revealing several features. More recently, the company is also testing the new Hero Xpulse 440. It is expected to be launched in March 2024 and could be priced in a sub Rs 2 lakh range (ex-showroom). More

Hero is on the verge of launching an affordable alternative to upcoming Himalayan 450 and 390 Adventure with Xpulse 440Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson joint venture has resulted in a brand new platform that both the brands will deploy with their branding. First vehicle to debut with the newly-developed 440 platform was Harley-Davidson X440. What next? Nightster 440 under Harley-Davidson or Hero’s flagship Xpulse 440? Looks like the probability is stronger with the latter.Hero Xpulse 440 Resumes TestingIndia’s largest 2W manufacturer seems to be on the verge of revamping its premium portfolio. We are seeing test mules of new Xpulse 210 that have similar body and hardware as standard Xpulse 200 but pack Karizma XMR’s new 210cc liquid-cooled engine. Alongside it, Hero’s upcoming Xtreme 210cc street naked was seen testing too.New test mules show a larger Xpulse motorcycle that made its first appearance last year at Khardung La. After that, this vehicle was never spotted testing again, until recently. This time, they’ve been spotted testing in a more urban environment. Particularly, somewhere in Jaipur city. Alongside this new test mule, we can see a KTM 390 Adventure as well, probably for benchmarking.Overall proportions are much larger than current Xpulse 200 4V and match with the test mules spotted last year. When launched, it will take on bigger single-cylinder ADVs like upcoming Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and KTM 390 Adventure. As of now, there are no real leads to suggest which engine this new Xpulse is packing.Xpulse 440 spotted testing last year at Khardung LaThere are two possibilities – a brand-new 400cc liquid-cooled engine, or the same 440cc oil-cooled engine that debuted with Harley-Davidson. We would wager on the latter as it will prove cost-effective and allow them to undercut rivals by some margin. It will be sold via Hero’s Premia dealerships.Upcoming Hero XPulse 440?As for finer details on componentry, there are wire-spoke wheels, dual-purpose tyres (probably tube-type), an up-swept exhaust that looks a lot chunkier than the one on Xpulse 200 4V, some sort of trellis frame, USD telescopic front forks and rear mono-shock suspension with longer travel.On the recent test mules, rear swingarm looks like it is milled from a single piece of metal, and not a generic box-section unit. There are LED turn indicators and previous test mules showed a squarish fully-digital instrument cluster that may be shared with Karizma XMR.Xpulse 440 spotted testing last year at Khardung LaWhen Hero launched XPulse 200, it primarily rivaled Royal Enfield Himalayan in off-road conditions. Now that Royal Enfield is readying the Himalayan 450, Hero has begun to hone the blades that will clash sometime in 2024 or beyond.XPulse 440 is likely to be lighter in weight and also affordable when compared to upcoming Himalayan 450 and 390 Adventure. If Hero priced it around Rs. 2.5 lakh (ex-sh), it would be an absolute phenom. It would slot above upcoming Xpulse 210 with Karizma XMR engine in Hero’s ADV portfolio.Source More

New Hero KarizmaHero’s top 2 sellers, Splendor and Deluxe account for almost 78% of the total domestic sales in Sep 2023Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of two-wheelers, has reported robust sales figures for its scooters and motorcycles in India for the month of September 2023. The company’s performance indicates steady growth in the domestic market and a substantial boost in exports.Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup Sep 2023Hero MotoCorp’s domestic sales performance for September 2023 showcases a positive trend, with an overall growth of 2.39% compared to the same month last year. The company sold a total of 5,19,759 units in September 2023, up from 5,07,650 units in September 2022.Hero MotoCorp sales breakup Sep 2023The iconic Hero Splendor continues to be the top performer for the company, with 3,19,692 units sold in September 2023, marking an impressive growth of 9.99% compared to the previous year. This popular model continues to maintain a dominant market share of 61.51%.While the Hero HF Deluxe saw a decrease in sales by 10.13%, with 84,118 units sold, it remains a significant contributor to the company’s overall sales, commanding a 16.18% market share. Passion, Glamour, and Destini 125 models witnessed mixed results, with the Passion showing a marginal growth of 0.34%, Glamour experiencing a decline of 7.02%, and the Destini 125 demonstrating a 2.13% growth.Hero MotoCorp exports breakup Sep 2023On the other hand, the Pleasure, Xtreme 160/200, Xpulse 200 and Maestro posted varying degrees of decline in sales. The most notable decline was seen in the Maestro and Xpulse 200 models, with drops of 92.77% and 52.82%, respectively. Newly launched Xoom and Vida scooters are slowly reporting an increase in sales while the new Karizma 210 is expected to add a sales boost in coming months.Hero MotoCorp Exports Performance Sep 2023Hero MotoCorp’s exports also exhibited strong growth in September 2023. The company exported a total of 16,709 units, marking a significant 35.96% increase compared to September 2022. Hero Maestro led the export segment with 3,945 units, showing remarkable growth of 557.50% year-on-year. The Hunk and Xpulse 200 followed closely behind, with 72.73% and 86.10% growth, respectively.However, the HF Deluxe, Glamour, Splendor, Passion, Pleasure, and Destini models witnessed varying degrees of decline in exports, indicating that Hero MotoCorp’s international market performance is influenced by specific models and regions.Hero MotoCorp’s sales performance in September 2023 reflects a positive overall trend in the domestic market and a substantial boost in exports. The continued popularity of the Hero Splendor and growth in the export segment contribute to the company’s resilience in a competitive two-wheeler market. Despite challenges posed by changing consumer preferences and market dynamics, Hero MotoCorp remains a dominant player in the Indian and global two-wheeler industry, with a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. More