Hero XPulse 210: Same Price Other Options

Hero MotoCorp launched the XPulse 210 in India which is available in two variants: Base and Top. The Base variant is priced at Rs 1,75,800 and the Top variant is priced at Rs 1,85,800 (both prices ex-showroom, Delhi). Let’s look at other options which you can consider in the same price range as the XPulse 210. 

Ather 450 Apex

Price: Rs 1,99,999 (ex-showroom, Bangalore) 

The Ather 450 Apex is the top-of-the line electric scooter from Ather Energy. It provides a sporty riding experience thanks to its electric motor which makes a peak power of 7kW. Ather claims the scooter has a top-speed of 100kmph and does the 0-40kmph speed in a claimed 2.9 seconds. It gets a 3.7kWh battery pack which delivers a claimed range of 130km on a single charge.The scooter has a TFT screen with Google Maps navigation, smartphone connectivity, riding modes, traction control and much more. 

Royal Enfield Classic 350

Price: From Rs 1,93,080 up to Rs 2,30,000 (ex-showroom, Chennai) 

The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is a household name when it comes to classic motorcycles. It gets a timeless design characterised by a round headlight, tear-drop shaped fuel tank and vintage paint schemes with chrome highlights. It is powered by a 349cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine which makes 20.2PS and 27Nm, and is paired to a 5-speed gearbox. The bike gets a semi-digital instrument cluster with an optional Tripper pod for navigation. 

Yamaha R15 V4

Price: From Rs 1,83,600 up to Rs 1,88,600 (ex-showroom, Delhi)

The Yamaha R15, now in its fourth generation, is a 150cc sportsbike. It is powered by a 155cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine which makes 18.4PS and 14.2Nm, and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox with a slip-and-assist clutch. The bike has an ardent following which it has garnered throughout the years due to the riding experience it offers. It gets an LCD instrument cluster with smartphone connectivity features and traction control as well. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z

Price: Rs 1,85,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi) 

The Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z is a street-naked motorcycle. Powered by the same 373cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine as the Dominar 400 which makes 40PS and 35Nm, and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The Pulsar NS400Z is the most affordable bike from the 400cc segment and offers great performance-to-price ratio which is unmatched by any other motorcycle in India. It gets an LCD instrument cluster and gets dual-channel ABS, traction control and riding modes which makes it a very compelling package at this price point. 

Triumph Speed T4

Price: Rs 1,99,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi) 

The Triumph Speed T4 is the most affordable in Triumph's stable. It shares its underpinnings with the Speed 400. The Speed T4 is powered by the same 399cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine but makes 31PS and 36Nm and is paired to a 6-speed gearbox. It gets a semi-digital instrument cluster with all-LED lighting. What makes the Speed T4 stand out from its competitors is the fit and finish levels it comes with. The quality levels are what you would expect from a Triumph motorcycle and give the bike a premium appeal. 

Which of these vehicles would you buy in the same price range as the Hero XPulse 210? Do let us know in the comments below.