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**experimentalhead** · 06-03-2019, 06:25 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Originally posted by sparky View Post

Hi, nice to see some company, I too have booked the Xpulse 200. The bikes are already available in showrooms for TD, I did a short TD

Great news...Can you please help with following Qs:

1. Which city you are in. In Bangalore, I was told XPulse 200 has not arrived yet for TD.
2. Have you been told anything around on-road price

Personally, I feel 90 Kph is good enough for highways, to ensure you reach your destination on time and safely.
Reviews mention that sweet spot is around 90 Kph. So, I reckon that should be good enough. I understand it may seem slow, especially for those who have been used to high speed motorcycles capable of hitting 140+ Kph and cruising all day long at 120+ Kph. But, when you are riding at such high speeds, you may miss the diversions to off road trails. Anyways you cannot take your expensive motorcycles to such trails either. Also, let us not forget that we all started our touring on motorcycles with around similar power like Pulsars, Avengers, Karizmas, R15s etc.

**sparky** · 06-03-2019, 09:04 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

It has arrived in few showrooms, ask around

I know ex-showroom is ~1L

It can certainly go to 90kmph but keeping it there for sometime the engine would feel strained IMO and it looks lightly built so long rides with a pillion with luggage might not be it's cup of tea

**experimentalhead** · 06-03-2019, 11:28 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Originally posted by sparky View Post

It has arrived in few showrooms, ask around

I know ex-showroom is ~1L

It can certainly go to 90kmph but keeping it there for sometime the engine would feel strained IMO and it looks lightly built so long rides with a pillion with luggage might not be it's cup of tea

When you say it has arrived..are you referring to Bangalore.
I understand it's stressful to keep a machine rolling at same speed. But I guess, hovering around 80 - 90 Kph should do the job.
According to me, they could have made it more light, like Impulse, somewhere around 140 kilos. More light means more fun.

**sparky** · 06-04-2019, 08:19 AM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

In Bangalore, they were saying deliveries could begin as soon as 7-10 days

**Yogesh_kgp** · 06-07-2019, 12:49 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Forgive me for not posting this question in the proper thread. However, i dont know if you guys n gals have noticed a huge frame cut out made on the Xpulse 200 to ensure proper installation of the exhaust pipe. To my knowledge that design feature is present in the Xtreme series too. Looking at that jugaad just to get the engine in that frame is rather alarming when you factor in that Xpulse 200 is made to hit the trails, do jumps and sometimes even take a fall.
Please guys enlighten me on this.

**MidnightEvil Parth** · 06-07-2019, 04:14 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Good thread, I myself might pick one of these machines.

**MidnightEvil Parth** · 06-07-2019, 04:16 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Originally posted by Yogesh_kgp View Post

Forgive me for not posting this question in the proper thread. However, i dont know if you guys n gals have noticed a huge frame cut out made on the Xpulse 200 to ensure proper installation of the exhaust pipe. To my knowledge that design feature is present in the Xtreme series too. Looking at that jugaad just to get the engine in that frame is rather alarming when you factor in that Xpulse 200 is made to hit the trails, do jumps and sometimes even take a fall.
Please guys enlighten me on this.

These designs are well tested and can endure a lot more than you think. They are tested on the software, and also in real life situations, it is not a jugad at all !

Whoever calls it jugad has basically no idea about automotive designs.
If the material beam is expected to handle a load of 150kgs in real life, it is tested at twice that limit.

And you can make whatever holes you want as long as the design passes testing phase.

Sometimes the welds are stronger than the metal itself. Cheers !

**Yogesh_kgp** · 06-07-2019, 05:38 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Originally posted by MidnightEvil Parth View Post

These designs are well tested and can endure a lot more than you think. They are tested on the software, and also in real life situations, it is not a jugad at all !

Whoever calls it jugad has basically no idea about automotive designs.
If the material beam is expected to handle a load of 150kgs in real life, it is tested at twice that limit.

And you can make whatever holes you want as long as the design passes testing phase.

Sometimes the welds are stronger than the metal itself. Cheers !

Well said.

**mohith_ab** · 06-13-2019, 01:12 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

any updates on the delivery?

**MidnightEvil Parth** · 06-13-2019, 09:22 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Originally posted by mohith_ab View Post

any updates on the delivery?

Starting from 17 June in my city.

**mohith_ab** · 06-14-2019, 12:28 AM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

ok...heard Hero is making some minor changes. Better be the seats.

**Yogesh_kgp** · 06-24-2019, 04:07 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Guys, i have a real concern regarding Xpulse 200. Recently, i have taken the test ride of Xpulse 200T and 200Fi. There is something that really bothers me, the engine seems smooth and vibes doesnt creep in till I deliberately try to rev it out. However, during deceleration there is an odd sound resembling BBs shaking in a tin can. This sound is evidently present in the Xpulse Series, upon enquiry with the service mechanics, they suggested this to be tappet sound and it will go away after first service.
Seriously, product goes through QC before being delivered. Please guys enlighten me on this.

**Krishna3450** · 06-28-2019, 12:55 AM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Originally posted by Yogesh_kgp View Post

Guys, i have a real concern regarding Xpulse 200. Recently, i have taken the test ride of Xpulse 200T and 200Fi. There is something that really bothers me, the engine seems smooth and vibes doesnt creep in till I deliberately try to rev it out. However, during deceleration there is an odd sound resembling BBs shaking in a tin can. This sound is evidently present in the Xpulse Series, upon enquiry with the service mechanics, they suggested this to be tappet sound and it will go away after first service.
Seriously, product goes through QC before being delivered. Please guys enlighten me on this.

As far as i know it is because of higher compression ratio and the type of camshaft used. Similar idle clatter can be observed on the 2016 model hunk/xtreme 150cc, the new glamour and on the 110cc engine. It will feel like little loose tappet sound but it is not.

**Yogesh_kgp** · 06-28-2019, 03:22 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Originally posted by Krishna3450 View Post

As far as i know it is because of higher compression ratio and the type of camshaft used. Similar idle clatter can be observed on the 2016 model hunk/xtreme 150cc, the new glamour and on the 110cc engine. It will feel like little loose tappet sound but it is not.

So it isn't a major engine or QC issue. Thanks a lot for settling my concerns.

**aamaadmi** · 07-13-2019, 10:25 PM

Re: Thrash around on the roads less taken - XPulse 200

Went and took a longish test ride for the Xpulse 200 (~5kms) and ended up booking one. However here are my candid observations:

The good:

- Good build quality
- Bike has great presence, looks BIG!
- There is no oversell here, does exactly what you would expect
- Is comfortable to ride and can be perfect with minor adjustments (for me I would probably change/adjust the handlebar)
- Ride is sorted and inspires confidence. This is a great entry point for off-road novices
- The price is right for the package (FI is 1.28 L OTR in Delhi, bark busters and metal bash plate included)
- Its a hero and so expected to be easy to own (maintenance, longevity, support)

The not so good:

- Engine power felt lacking
- Hard gear shifts(but could be because the bike I rode was quite new)
- No ownership reviews yet

So not too many cons but the missing power is playing in my mind. If I cancel my booking this would be the only reason. Otherwise this is an honestly well done bike. I have to applaud Hero here for bringing this to the market.

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