Hero Karizma ZMR V2

About
The Hero Karizma ZMR V2 is a sports-tourer motorcycle that features a 223 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine with fuel injection and an oil cooler. It produces 20 BHP at 8000 rpm and 19.7 Nm of torque at 6500 rpm, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The bike is known for its comfortable riding stance, with a seat height of 810 mm and ground clearance of 145 mm. It boasts twin disc brakes for enhanced braking performance and comes with a 15.3-liter fuel tank. The Karizma ZMR V2 is designed for comfort, with features like dual shock absorbers and a fairing that enhances stability at high speeds. While it may lack the aggressive styling and high-performance capabilities of some other bikes, it is a solid choice for those seeking a reliable and comfortable touring motorcycle.

Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 1,08,000
* Delhi. May vary.
Discontinued
Our take on this /// Verdict
The Hero Karizma ZMR V2 is a motorcycle that excels in comfort and touring capabilities, but it has its limitations. It is not designed for racing or high-speed maneuvers, as evident from its top speed of around 129 kmph and the lack of aggressive power delivery. However, it shines in its ability to provide a comfortable riding experience, thanks to its well-cushioned seats, dual shock absorbers, and moderately upright ergonomics. The bikes fuel injection system and oil-cooled engine ensure smooth performance and decent mileage. While it may not appeal to seasoned riders looking for high-performance bikes, it is an excellent choice for those who prioritize comfort and reliability for long-distance rides.
Price
The Hero Karizma ZMR V2 is currently discontinued in India, which means it is no longer available for purchase from authorized dealerships. However, if you are looking to buy a used model, prices can vary widely depending on the condition, mileage, and location of the bike. Typically, a well-maintained used Hero Karizma ZMR V2 could cost anywhere between 80,000 to 1,20,000. When it was available, the ex-showroom price was around 1.08 lakhs, and the on-road price would have been approximately 1.25 lakhs, including taxes, registration, and other costs.
Mileage
Wednesday, 20 November 2024 01:35 AM The Hero Karizma ZMR V2 offers impressive mileage, making it a cost-effective option for daily commuting and long-distance touring. Users have reported mileage figures ranging from 45 to 55 kmpl at constant speeds of around 80 kmph, thanks to its fuel injection system and efficient engine. This makes it a reliable choice for those concerned about running costs and fuel efficiency.
Colour Options and Price in India
Bike Variant 2019 Hero Karizma ZMR V2
Availability Status in India Discontinued
2-Wheeler Type Sports
Latest Price in India 2019 Hero Karizma ZMR V2 price was Rs 1.08 lakh before being discontinued.
Fuel Type Petrol
Colour Options Spotlight White, Blazing Red
Official Tagline Above All
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW
Design
Performance
Comfort
Fuel Economy
Features
Build Quality
Value for Money
Vehicle Overview Hero Karizma ZMR version 2.0 is an EBR design language inspired flagship motorcycle in the Indian manufacturer's lineup. It uses a 223 cc, oil cooled and fuel injected motor producing 20 BHP at 8000 rpm and 19.7 Nm at 6500 rpm. It comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox and takes just 3.6 seconds for 0-60 kmph. The official top speed is 129 kmph.
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
Engine Details Air cooled, 4- stroke single cylinder OHC, Fuel Injection, Oil Cooler
Cooling Air Cooling
Engine cc (Displacement) 223 cc
Maximum Power 20 BHP @ 8000 rpm
Maximum Torque 19.7 NM @ 6500 rpm
Number of Cylinders 1
Bore 65.5 mm
Stroke 66.2 mm
Number of Gears 5
Clutch Multiplate Wet
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED
Mileage 30-40 kmpl (approx.)
BRAKES AND TYRES
Front Brake 276mm Dia, Disc
Rear Brake 240mm Dia, Disc
Front Tyre 80 / 100 x 18 - 47 P Tubeless
Rear Tyre 120 / 80 x 18 - 62 P Tubeless
Front Wheel 18 x 1.85, AI Cast Wheel
Rear Wheel 18 x 2.15, AI Cast Wheel
Wheel Type Die Cast Black Alloys
Tubeless Tyres
PERFORMANCE FIGURES
0-60 kmph 3.60 secs
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS
Key Features Fuel Injection, Unique Digital Instrument Console, Dual Disc Brakes, LED Daytime Running Lights, Dual Headlight
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS
Front Suspension Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Rear Suspension Swing Arm with 5 Step Adjustable GRS System
Frame (Chassis) Tubular Single Cradle, Diamond Type
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
Overall Length 2100 mm
Overall Width 805 mm
Overall Height 1190 mm
Ground Clearance 145 mm
Seat Height 810 mm
Wheelbase 1360 mm
Kerb Weight 157 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.3 litres
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES
Speedometer Digital
Tachometer Digital
Trip Meter Digital-2
Fuel Gauge Digital
BATTERY AND LIGHTING
Pass Light
Battery Type Maintenance Free, Wet Battery
Capacity 7Ah
Voltage 12 V
Head Light 12 V -35 W / 35W - Halogen bulb, Dual Head Light
COMFORT FEATURES
Electric Start
Pillion Footrest
Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Hero Karizma ZMR V2 Review

17 Jul, 2018 11:30 AM

Quick Review by Maxabout Team

Hero MotoCorp is one of the largest motorcycle manufacturing companies of India which has a lot of big names in its stable. Since, it has severed its ties with the Japanese partner Honda; Hero MotoCorp is facing a slight, if not big, technological crisis. So, they partnered with USA's Erik Buell Racing and also joined hands with Austria's AVL and Italy's Engine Engineering. Now recently, Hero MotoCorp unveiled 15 new upgraded and restyled products at a press conference in Gurgaon on October 10, 2013. One among them is Karizma ZMR, which always been a favourite among all the Hero bikes but hasn't changed much since its inception and thus needed a makeover.

2014 New Hero Karizma ZMR has bright twin headlights with day-time running lights, a full sporty cowling, ZMR written in a new pattern along with its PGM-FI decals, new nicely positioned handle bar, macho looking front fender, new cover for muffler, restyled fairing, bulb winkers, sporty seating, new race-inspired attractive belly pan, newer front and side fairing, 18-inch alloy wheels with wider tires and a classic tail light with clear blinkers. It has a self start option and a passenger footrest. The frame of Karizma ZMR is a tubular single cradle and diamond type chassis.

New Hero Karizma ZMR has a stunning and highly informative instrument console which consists of a digital fuel gauge, tachometer and speedometer, two digital trip meters and a low fuel and battery indicators.

2014 Hero Karizma ZMR has a kerb weight of 157 Kgs. On the other side, fuel tank has a good capacity of 15.30-litres.

The bike has an uprated 223cc, 4-stroke, single cylinder, Full Transistorized Ignition System (DC-FTIS), fuel-injection, oil-cooler, OHC based engine with a maximum power of 20 BHP at 8000 rpm and a maximum torque of 19.7 NM at 6500 rpm, which is up by 1 Nm in comparison to the 2013 model of Karizma ZMR. The engine is mated to a five speed transmission.

The Karizma ZMR can cross the 0-60 kmph mark in just 3.6 seconds, which is quite remarkable. It can reach a top speed of 129 kmph. Overall, the performance of this bike is really amazing at city as well as at lung runs.

The motorcycle has 276mm disc brakes at front while 240mm disc brakes at rear. The suspension system consists of telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers at front and swing arm with adjustable type hydraulic shock absorber at rear.

2014 Hero Karizma ZMR has tyre size of 80/100 18-inch on the front while 120/80 18-inch is placed at the rear end. Both the wheels come equipped with matte-black alloys.

The Karizma ZMR is available in 4 color options: Red, Orange, Black, and White.

It also comes with a vehicle warranty of 5 years or 70,000kms and an Emission warranty of 3 years or 30,000kms.

New Hero Karizma ZMR is available for Rs. 1,02,000 (ex-showroom Pune) approx.

FAQs

Most Popular FAQs for Hero Karizma ZMR V2
  • Which is the best bike - Bajaj Pulsar 220F or Hero Karizma ZMR V2.0?

    29 December 2022 06:01

    Bajaj Pulsar 220F is a better option when compared to Hero Karizma ZMR v2.0. Bajaj Pulsar offers a better design with it's semi faired body design while the fully faired ZMR looks outdated in front of its rival. The Bajaj Pulsar comes for INR 87,698 whereas the Karizma retails for around INR 1,05,000. Pulsar produces 20.8 Bhp and 19.8 Nm of torque from it's 220 cc oil cooled engine. it comes up with a 0-100 kmph sprint time of just 9.5 seconds.

User Reviews for Hero Karizma

Reviews Submitted by Maxabout Community

Last 9 Year From 2010

Ankit Chaudhari | 5 years ago
helpful 0

I have only pay for 3000/- maintenance cost from last 5 year and ZMR give a 35 - 40 mileage in city and 40 - 45 on Highway. I want to request to hero company to relaunch this model.

Best Features: Fuel injection system

Pros: looks and performance of this bike

Cons: Tyre width

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Please re-launch v1 zmr stop that new v2 i hate lot

Ravikiran - | 2 years ago
helpful 1

Please re-launch v1 zmr stop that new v2 i hate lot ...v1 is no words to explain... V1 was my childhood dream but now its not available ...that’s y i bought 2nd hand pls launch v1zmr

Best Features: Just awesome bike ..

Pros: I like looks of v1 zmr not new model v2

Cons: New model v2 zmr

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Pathetic bike

Mustafa Contractor | 6 years ago
helpful 0

Bought it in April 2015. I have changed many important parts that do not even need a replacement in bikes older than 10 years. Some have even been replaced for 3 times in these years.

Best Features: Nothing is best

Pros: I was hooked to those looks.

Cons: fuel pump, bad fuel injector, worst part availability.

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Improvement advice

Bazil A M | 6 years ago
helpful 3

Hero should add a bigger tyre and engine kill switch to ZMR in 2018.

Best Features: Power

Pros: Power Delivery

Cons: Tyre Width

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I am waiting for a relaunch

Ajith Kumar | 6 years ago
helpful 2

I want a bike with same design and accessories and its specification needs no change.

Best Features: Looks and riding feel

Pros: Everything

Cons: Nothing at all

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