Hero Xtreme 200S

Detailed Review by Maxabout Team

Overview

The Xtreme 200S is Hero's only fully faired offering, borrowing most components from the Xtreme 200R naked street bike. While the motorcycle appears to be sporty, it provides a comfortable riding experience that is appropriate for daily commutes and short weekend rides.

Hero Xtreme 200S Design and Style

In the Indian market, the new Hero Xtreme 200S is essentially a faired version of the Xtreme 200R. The new Xtreme 200S completes the brand's X-lineup in the market, which includes the Xpulse 200, Xpulse 200T, and Xtreme 200R. The Xtreme 200S appears to be inspired by retro Japanese superbikes. It has a trapezoidal headlamp cluster with two triangular LED lights on either side of the central headlamp unit. The Xtreme 200S's side profile is simple in design. It has sharp lines. They have, however, been well integrated into the overall design of the motorcycle. A single 'Xtreme 200S' sticker is used to keep the look clean. Xtreme 200S has the same tail section as the 200R, as well as LED tail lights and split grab rails. The Xtreme 200S has a single seat and neutral handlebars and foot pegs. This allows the rider to maintain an upright posture while riding for long distances.

Hero Xtreme 200S Engine and Gearbox

The same 199.6cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine powers the new Hero Xtreme that debuted last year on the Xtreme 200R. It generates 17.83 HP at 8500 Revolutions per minute and 16.45 Nm at 6500 Revolutions per minute when coupled to a five-speed transmission. The engine on the Xtreme 200S remains smooth and refined, with linear power delivery. Even when the rev-meter is close to the red line, the engine vibrations are minimal. The gearbox is also smooth, with smooth gear shifts. The Xtreme 200S's 5-speed gearbox and gear ratios are better suited for city use than racing. It packs enough low-end and mid-range punch to get you through your daily commute. At higher speeds or revs, the engine seemed to work too hard, which means the bike will not impress you on long highway runs.

Hero Xtreme 200S Suspension, Brakes and Tyres

2023 Hero Xtreme 200S handles quickly and agilely, and it feels quite confident around corners. A diamond-shaped frame chassis supports hero Xtreme 200s while the front suspension is telescopic, and the rear suspension is a 7-step rider-adjustable mono-shock. The Hero Xtreme 200S is handled well, and you'll feel confident throwing it around corners if you adjust the rear mono shock to your weight and needs. To ride dynamics, the rear 7-step adjustable mono-shock suspension is like the Xtreme 200R. A 276mm disc at the front and a 220mm disc at the rear provide braking power. The front wheel has a tyre size of 100/80-17, while the rear wheel has a tyre size of 130/70-R17.

Instrument Console of Hero Xtreme 200S

The new instrument cluster is a fully digital TFT screen that displays all important information such as speed, trip metre, service reminder, side stand indicator, gear indicator, and segment-first Bluetooth connectivity. We can connect a smartphone to the motorcycle via Bluetooth and will display turn-by-turn navigation on the right-side panel of the instrument cluster.

Key Features of Hero Xtreme 200S

2023 Hero Xtreme 200S model comes with a slew of electronic aids. Single-channel ABS is standard across the board for safe deceleration. An LED headlamp and an LED tail lamp are among the electrical components. The instrument cluster is a fully digital unit that includes Bluetooth connectivity and navigation.

Top Speed and Mileage of Hero Xtreme 200S

2023 Hero Xtreme 200S has a top speed of 115 km/h and mileage of approximately 40 to 50 km/l.

Hero Xtreme 200S Colour Options

The new Hero Xtreme 200S comes in three different colours: Panther Black, Pearl Silver White, and Sports Red.

Hero Xtreme 200S Competitors

2023 Hero Xtreme 200S' main competitors are the Bajaj Pulsar RS200, KTM RC 200, Bajaj Pulsar NS200, KTM Duke 200, Hero Xtreme 200R, TVS Apache RTR 200, and Honda Hornet .

Conclusion

2023 Hero Xtreme 200S is a good-value premium commuter motorcycle. It has the convenience of a commuter while looking like a sports bike. The Xtreme 200S has a simple design, virtuoso performance, and even better mileage and ride comfort. Hero has hit the nail on the head with the Xtreme 200S. Hero has stated that the Xpulse 200, Xpulse 200T, and they will ship Xtreme 200S to showrooms across the country. At this price point, the Xtreme 200S is worth considering if you're looking for a good-looking, decent-performing 200-cc bike that won't break the bank.