Hero Karizma XMR review - More power, more features, still a Karizma? | First Ride | Autocar India

[@autocarindia1]

Read the full review of the Hero Karizma XMR here : www.autocarindia.com/bike-reviews/hero-karizma-xmr-review-whats-in-a-name-429188

[@RaanaaDas-il2hd]

Finally a capable presenter who very comfortably narrated the story.

[@pranjitkalita2987]

Can we expect a naked version with this engine?

[@Hsp44]

If you haven’t tested it throughly why post the review ?? 😒

[@Hsp44]

Headlight -not tested,top speed,acceleration-not tested,wind blast-not tested, high speed crusing and rpm at 100kph-not tested.what have you tested then??

[@HARI3799]

It should have a classic white colour option as it will looks stunning on this new bike

[@abhinav.singhlion]

I was a CBZ rider and loved it to the core.

[@saurabhnagrale1970]

1st gen CBZ is a legendary machine.

[@defence3355]

They should return cbz classic with modern touch.

[@vivekmishra6400]

​@@defence3355cb brand owned by Honda I guess

[@jackk2907]

Cbz - XTREME 🔥

[@bubblybhai7647]

The original ZMR had that big buch look that no other bike at that time offered. This one looks modern and more in-line with r15 or gixxer. Although the price is absolutely bang on. Hope to see it recreate the magic that original zmr had.

[@hellostranger3836]

zmr? bruh it was a flop bike you talkin about r?

[@borisfernandes9335]

​@@hellostranger3836The flop was when v2 was launched. Not with v1.

[@hellostranger3836]

@@borisfernandes9335 hmmm okay thik hai smjh gaya

[@kooler999ify]

Hero commited suicide with gen 2 Karizma 😂

[@justforfunpagla]

I would still pick original zmr in white over this new one.

[@chris5k132]

The Karizma R was the first motorcycle I owned and learnt riding on. Still has a soft spot in my heart. Might actually buy this new one. I'll have to test ride it once it is launched in my city

[@சதீஷ்கண்ணன்]

That windscreen adjust-ability is like 2MP macro camera of our modern phones. Except that, we have exciting competitor in hand. Kudos to Hero for extracting class leading power figures from 210 cc engine! 👏 The heat tolerance and NVH levels need to be seen from full review. ✌

[@theordinaryguyparvez3157]

I’d say a very good package 📦 offered by HERO in this ❤ Definitely buy Support our Indian manufacturers if they doing good 👍 😊

[@yogaan3000]

Having KARIZMA R Yellow with me since 13+ years with over 1L+ KMS, always amusing and same fella who drives me crazy! Never my mind thought to go with top/latest brands. I ❤ him pretty as much as my family ❤

[@prasungoswami8649]

That is the character of single DOHCs, you'll never find the Low end torque like long stroke low revving SOHCs unless companies make the engine super long stroke but then problem of engine knocking will be more prominent

[@subhajit1128]

You're right, that's why yamaha didn't incorporate dohc in r15 v3 rather they went for vva.

[@whatdaftheydoinovader]

​@@subhajit1128dohc can be added with vva , but the cost will be high and engine will be more complex than it already is with vva . nobody gonna buy 3 lakh 155cc r15 . it is already like 2.5 lakh on road

[@subhajit1128]

@@whatdaftheydoinovader What you're trying to say?

[@RevItUpMumbai]

​@@subhajit1128he's trying to say you've to cut some cost as a manufacturer. India is price sensitive market.

[@Racing_Rog]

Dohc aren't high revving,they are quick revving...but r15 has longer stroke nd still it is higher revving than xmr210

[@swaraajxciv7675]

I still remember the teal coloured karizma R that i saw in early 2000. Undoubtedly the sexiest bike of the time.

[@taqwin1]

Of all time

[@vivekaaraga]

Karizma R was not sold in teal. You are talking about the 2003 model year, the OG Karizma. The R came after that.

[@stormtrooper4718]

they should have given teal option instead of the dark...the dark should have come later like a special edition red dark...

[@anubhavmohanty1736]

Yes teal blue or silver should be introduced

[@akkibike]

At 6:50, you'll notice something absolutely Desi 😂

[@sonu9975]

Liquid Cooling is the biggest point here. At this price point liquid cooling with 25BHP power is steal deal. Also Hero products are very reliable 👍

[@karanghosh3352]

I really liked the looks of the bike. Overall its a good package. Pricing is a Stellar. This time Hero nailed it 😊

[@shakilahamed2812]

Most beautiful bike till date from Hero 🎉

[@ak-dw4zu]

I am pretty sure, Hero motocorp will definitely bring a premium variant of XMR like the rally kit addition of xpulse and definitely will make it a direct competitor for R15. They could have given a 14ltr instead of a 11ltr petrol tank.

[@Simply_Sanju]

Design is 10 on 10 it is getting hatred only because it is Hero... Some people has to come out from mindset that hero cannot produce good looking bike.. They are wrong it all started from xtreme 160r to xpulse 200, xoom scooter and so on...

[@aroy8731]

Look wise it is indeed what the original Karizma should have become. I love it. I just wish it had grunty low and mid range.

[@JustAnotherAwesomeGuy]

Keeping aside nostalgia, this looks so much better than the old Karizma.

[@MetalfreakApollo]

Hero went ahead and made the cbr which was missing in the indian market 😅

[@galahad5688]

India's first and original Sports bike ❤

[@Abhilashsriranjan]

Hey AutoCar, thanks for the review .. also could you please remind Yamaha that they forgot launching the r3

[@njugal]

I can describe this motorcycle in one sentence: It's a very good looking motorcycle, but it's not a Karizma!! It could be named as Xtreme 210S or anything else, but not Karizma by any means. The prime point for this, it should not be less than 225cc, which hurts its legacy & sentiment. Because back then, Karizma was a high capacity motorcycle amongst the tiny 100cc or max 150ccs in the market. How could the new avatar comes with lesser capacity engine, even though it produces more power on paper; let alone the tiny fuel tank and not having a comfy pillion seat than it's predecessor. As a Karizma owner for decades, I know it was always a low and mid range performer, but not like this high revving avatar. Wish, Hero Motocorp could understood the emotion of the peoples with Karizma!!

[@faustinepimento298]

Hero is clearly targeting young buyers looking for an alternative to the likes of R15. Seems like the og Karizma owners were never the target audience. And yes, Hero knows that no one will really consider this if they hadn't used the Karizma name. The modern Tata Safari is a similar case study.

[@njugal]

@@faustinepimento298 yes, you have a fair point. They just used the name and nothing else related to the og Karizma. But the og Karizma deserves a real successor, not just carrying it's name only.

[@str8rite1]

First... I used to own a 2011 ZMR and this is extremely nostalgic for me. Does anyone remember the HX250 btw?

[@samarthsen1713]

Yes HX 250R was my dream bike when I was in 12th standard but sadly they never launched that😭 I even remember XF3R and Hero Hastur 650 concepts 🥹 Upcoming TVS Apache RTR 310 features a design which is similar to Hero XF3r When will you launch them Hero 😭😭😭

[@vyshakreghukumar995]

I don't understand the obsession with exhaust sounds in India. I mean, I understand that the exhaust sound added to Bullet's character but Pulsar, CBZ, old Karizma, and other classics were never known for their exhaust notes. Personally, I feel for performance bikes exhaust sound is a kind of energy loss, which could be saved and added to the bike's power. Performance is about silently zipping away, not roaring out loud.

[@RAJ-km8gw]

Yeaaaah

[@ashutosh733]

I was waiting for a budget friendly sports bike with 200-250 cc engine for a long time. And i finally bought a Bajaj F250 last year since it was the only budget friendly bike with so many features and 250 cc engine. But now Hero has launched this awesome bike outperforming bajaj & many other brands. Kudos to Hero for bringing such a nice bike in an affordable price compared to other bikes of this range.

[@ajinkya4676]

Need a comparo between Gixxer SF 250 and Karizma XMR

[@anshulchauhan5587]

Gixxer anyday better

[@miscellaneous_video]

If you don't care about after sales services.. Blindly go for gxxr250

[@a.ka.k3239]

Our 90's legend is back again with stunning looks and premium features with affordable price. Thank u hero motocorp for continuing the legacy❤

[@sammysammi2735]

2003😂

[@Alongbar66]

Gorgeous design i really like it. This bike should launch before 4months i would definitely buy without any though. Its has all features which r usefull in day to day life.

[@beindian4508]

Karizma is back..it will rule the market again

[@MrAbhishekind]

Rode a CBZ till it had almost 98000 kms on its odometer! And then got. Red Karizma Z!! Memories!!

[@VemuriSudhi]

Loved this! Looking forward to a comparison between this and the F250!

[@shivvashishthabhargava4600]

An exceptionally beautiful bike. No doubt. I would love to own one in all black. Sure, the USD fork is missing. Everything else seems great and this bike is a very complete proposition. Imagine what this engine would do if Hero made a performance variant of this bike in the future? 30-35BHP?155KG? USD fork in and a few features here and there? I am very curious to see what this engine can do if it's maxed out. Hero should surely go ahead with a more expensive variant for this bike. They can further grab a pie of the market share.

[@vforcemizo9618]

My 1 st bike was karizma,, after all these years now I hope I'll buy this one

[@lordsalvatore3846]

I had a big doubt since ages, But got cleared Rishad bhai, Karizma is a cult, I would have liked if it was even continued today just like honda unicorn. But Unicorn is not just literally outdated handling, cushioning, The frame it uses, How its gonna react on fast highway when needed, And the competition other throws and the feel it gives You while riding. SO now i understand why A new karizma makes sense now. Hero never wanted to left behind in making conumer feel better while almost paying for the price of r15. Its better atleast in sheets but yamaha built , color, panels, does ages well, same goes with hero. ( Aspiring Motojournalist 😅)

[@aromal_rajan_pillai]

Dream bike of every 90's kids like us🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@r4-f440]

I'm pretty sure I'm in the minority here, but whenever i look at the head lamps of the new Karizma XMR, it reminds me of Hero Xoom, lol

[@AstrologerNikhil]

Ary bhai ekdm sahi baat h .. itna bekar design h headlight ka ki pucho mat .. poori gaadi ka look khraab kar diya h .. split headlight de dete to jabardast lagti ... gixxer m bhi headlight hi sabse bekar lagti h ... or iski to xoom or glamour ki utha kar laga di h 🥲🥲 .. side look bhut acha h .. tail light or seats bhi kaafi achi lag rhi hain .. lekin headlight m gobar kar diya h 😒😒

[@aspirantpartha]

this headlamp is inspired from ninja 650@@AstrologerNikhil

[@ontheroad8149]

Exactly! 😂

[@AstrologerNikhil]

@@aspirantpartha bhai usme bhi split hi hain headlights.

[@Sai_Nani_]

Vocal For Local ❤🔥

[@twowheeledparadox]

My question is, will we get an Xpulse 210 based on this engine?

[@animalsandbirdslovertukara2058]

love at first sight on this motor bike .. exllnt looks love you karizma XMR 😘😘👌🏼👌🏼😘🥰❤️❤️😘🥰❤️

[@arindammondal4074]

At last today, I started watching within 1 minute of uploading. Welcome back Legend.

[@neelkirans]

It's not a completely faired motorcycle.

[@thebikie]

This bike looks sexy ❤ Should give competition a run for money

[@nicousing]

Legends doesn't need introduction

[@reetabratabhattacharya4748]

The front forks bottoming out problem was prominent on the older Karizma as well, especially when you hit a pothole at high speed. Expected Hero to rectify this on the XMR

[@shalinmodi6748]

Few days ago, I saw completely restored old CBZ with Shiney spoke wheels.....that was one amazig sight😊

[@nemesiszz]

Haven't seen a brand new RS200 on road after covid yet 😂

[@deepak.kushwaha]

So many auto journalists are now releasing their videos in 4k and clear sound. Here the audio is not so clear and the background music is so loud, I really had to keep my fingers on the volume up and down button. Hope you will take it as constructive feedback and work on this.

[@MKRARTSLLP]

Imagine that whole tail section in xtreme 160r that'd have been great!

[@pradeepkumarmohanan9369]

That's great, since this is the flagship model for hero...new one will be great

[@nimo95]

🚩✨Hero should now...focus on Adventure touring Bikes...🔥🚀

[@Maestro-jh4fv]

I still remember the early Karizma ads that used to play on my cartoon channel Hrithik Roshan driving the legendary yellow Karizma and that dirt scenes ❤

[@varun1036]

Most awaited. ❤

[@spblore]

Good from HERO..Good front looks mainly due to HEADLIGHTS,Side looks decent but I feel this bike is small and has low road presence..(Just my initial feeling haven't looked in physical so can't say much) REVIEW From an RC200 OWNER..💙

[@jerrybastin2245]

Why there are no shots of tail lights and u havent spoken about it?

[@indiacha]

Great Work Hero

[@Manikanta.Rapolu]

Rs 200 is much better than this, this is what I am feeling like

[@maneeshkumarsah1990]

If compared with Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 which will be better option to buy?

[@SachinKumar-cc1eu]

It's nostalgia But ppl need to understand one thing for how many long years do uh want the same old design?

[@ankur.xc7]

Imagine having an RR200 and updated RS200, along with this XMR. What wonderful day that would be for motorcycle enthusiasts. 🤞🏻🥳 😃❤️

[@sarathsekar]

Is there any news that this engine would make into the Xpulse range?

[@twowheeledparadox]

My question too.

[@rishiverma4686]

I don't think so or may be with a detuned tuning, because this engine is high revving and xpulse and off road bike should have healthy low and mid range , they are not ment for top range , engine character and overall bike character doesn't match up

[@deepakshrestha7278]

Does it have the old hero vibration? Tell us more about engine properties

[@AakashKale27]

Yeah it does.. especially at high RPM.. the rush of power makes it difficult to handle when you're revving the engine, need better tyres radials maybe. The tyres are tall there's no problem with grip but it doesn't inspire confidence.

[@SoumendraM]

USD forks are not necessary. It is only required in a committed race bike where all the load shifts to front in a corner braking scenario and the USD helps to balance the load. One can enjoy Karizma with normal forks while not being too committed to racing. It 's a beautiful balanced sports tourer. I sincerely hope it sells like hot cakes!!!

[@shrijeet.gaikwad]

7:41 this is exactly opposite of power drift video. That guy said it pushes warm air on you and it will be issue in summar

[@ricks1129]

Apart from name nothing else resembles the legacy Karizma. Mine is black color Karizma R dec 2012 model and still going good. I will go for Classic Enfield or Harley Davidson X440 when my Karizma's registration expires in around 4 years.

[@Amashar2709]

According this guy, Hero should have relaunched the same old model of Karizma. What nonsense, obviously things will change, design will change, sitting position will change, as its a new bike totally!

[@sahith621]

Wish they could cover mid frame with panel.

[@likhithhn2352]

I have a question for the audiance!!! Would you choose karizma over R15?

[@Operator_420]

Yes. because my tummy is quite big, The R15 is really uncomfortable for me to ride. Also I feel a lot of pressure on my wrist area while riding R15.

[@FactNight]

How does it look in real? Should I buy this bike or the R15M? Performance doesn't matter too much to me; I know both are equally good. Just tell me which one looks better?

[@sourabhgaikwad5527]

Go for R15 its more attractive 😊

[@subhamchristopher9417]

Engine is similar to baja ktm😂😂😂, even the exhaust note is similar to rs200

[@pathikdesai5853]

In my opinion, right successor of older karizma R would have been Karizma adv sport ( just like tiger 660).

[@joyspencer4203]

This can be a game changer!

[@abhimanyu-co.]

Looks of Karizma XMR is Superb 👌.only following I didn't like in Karizma XMR 1) Liquid Cooled Engine & Max RPM 9250 which means less engine life. 2) 6 Gears (5 gears preferred on Indian roads) 3) Only 11 litre Fuel Tank (should be atleast 12.8 as Xtreme 200r & 200s) 4) Dual Channel ABS not required. Single Channel ABS is more than enough for Indian Roads. 5) No Main Stand, 6) Ground Clearance only 160 mm 7) No Kickstart 8) 210 cc (I expected 223cc) 9) No mention of Compatibility with E20 Petrol I also had Karizma R 2008 model. I sold in 2018 after split of Hero & Honda and bike was discontinued already in 2013. Now I own Hero Xtreme 200r. Still riding smooth. l installed Windscreen & Hand Guards to look like Touring Motorcycle ❤

[@rishiverma4686]

Bhai tumhari requirements ke hisab se u are looking at wrong bike... I believe

[@abhimanyu-co.]

@@rishiverma4686 No Bhai, I also had Karizma R.

[@navaneethmoodithaya7755]

For no . 1-7 you can get those in xteme 200s. No.8 doesn't have relevance at present and for no.9, all new motorcycles launched in India now a days are e20 compatible as per govt norms whether they mention it or not.

[@davidsixvemberkhawlhring597]

If it comes with front USD,will be much better although it looks nice to me than old gen ZMR.Hero must hire premium designer for there upcoming bikes.

[@Vampire0201]

It also has auto headlights with a sensor which you missed and it's the first ever feature in this lineup 🤞🔥🔥

[@adfasfuiuiui1056]

Indicators on the original Karizma were iconic. Such a shame they didn't bring them into this XMR.

[@raamkrishna1433]

Because LED is Option in Today's Time. If they had used big indicator like old models, people might have problem with Led. So This Modern Era caused this small LED lights.

[@Rengakhiangte]

Comfortable than R15 thats what i want, R15 very stressful, also i like stock exaust with loud sound in higher RPM

[@ducatimultistradav4850]

Can I consider this as my first college bike, or stick to the formula of Pulsars or R15?? Open to share ur thoughts 👍👇

[@kooler999ify]

Sure but gotta watch out for mileage. 25 bhp means 30 to 40kmpl ballpark

[@twowheeledparadox]

Maybe avoid the first batch?

[@virupakshawalla5734]

First college bike. Get a job first 😂. Who is buying it for you? Ask them 😂

[@imamhossain5973]

Support to our indian brand and karizma always king

[@RealAutoReviews]

Any reviewer who compares this to the R15 and RC200 is stupid. Those two are darn track bikes with plates. The Karizma has always been a sport tourer, and as of now the only competition this bike has would be fhe SF250 and RS200. Then again, this reviewer redeemed himself finally in the verdict by correctly stating that it's not a Karizma after all.

[@rajibsarkar4432]

I saw so many reviews but one think I noticed that no one mentioned it as a fantastic machine. I have a doubt now. 😊

[@aroundtheworld2680]

I still own the Hero Honda Karizma R. Still runs perfectly.

[@Storylife20249]

Dil churaliya is bike ne❤❤❤❤😊

[@devendravishwakarma9822]

Waited long for this bike

[@vishnubabu7907]

Looks awesome. Good power. Perfect price. 👍🏾

[@akshaynyaharkar]

Karizma had very nice torque delivery smooth engine very reliable engine Gearing was so spot on High power no’s and top speed only tell half the story 99.999% of the people are gonna ride motorcycles on the road and there nice thick torque curve is what makes motorcycle faster

[@surajtomar4870]

They should have stuck with the Karizma DNA by giving it more upright seating position, unibody seat and better low end performance. Original Karizma was comfortable and powerful.

[@neoncat3546]

That's the characteristic of sohc 2v air oil cooled motor, the construction of this motor is top end grunt dohc 4v Liquid cooled.

[@surajtomar4870]

@@neoncat3546 yeah, they should have stuck with the under square engine. High compression and relatively big bore bikes are very common now and marketed towards teens and young adult while Karizma appealed to all ages. People have to go back to Enfield because there are fewer comfortable bikes. We need bikes like Yamaha Fazer that are comfortable, sporty and good tourer.

[@neoncat3546]

@@surajtomar4870 so true man I hate these high compression short stroke motors, I'd love a slow revving torque motor but that's just not what the market wants rn I guess.

[@imnoone8532]

​@@neoncat3546then buy classic bikes . These are sports bikes.

[@neoncat3546]

@@imnoone8532 exactly why I ride GT650.

[@ruatdikar1756]

Not gonna lie it looks better than I expected...add usd forks and some lower handle bar its gonna look great

[@samimdafadar2393]

❤ Love It , Auto Car Genuine Reviewing Chanel ,❤

[@abhishekchatterjee8730]

2003 : - I was 17. 2023 : - Now I'm 37 ( married, have kids, wife ) Its a nice college go gaters show-off, performance & features oriented motorcycle. Not a practical 1. There're different type of age group, shape & sizes oriented people out there, it's a XMR NOT KARIZMA / KARIZMA R / ZMR. They're all legend, well engineered masterpiece & team managements, as well great value. Now a days engineering team r management wants money not a solid true blue great overall m/c. RIP Authentic KARIZMA 225R ✍️ ⚰️

[@basitalam4893]

A quite good package.. With good looks as well. But hero being hero makes the suspension softer as expected 🤷‍♂️.. Rest is pretty good. Heor might get good sales

[@sushant079]

60% into the video and you still haven't shown the back of the motorcycle. Is Autocar becoming lazy?

[@sushant079]

Completed the video. Still no proper shot of the back. Disappointed.

[@AashutoshRC]

That Handle Bar

[@SANTHOSHVIJAYyoutube]

broh thats a ns200 engine sound

[@ghevargheserajan4376]

Karizma R all time hero..Hero please bring it back

[@yash_kambli]

Acceleration? Top speed? Vibrations?

[@husbandofdeepu]

USD forks and a proper aluminum swingarm would be nice.

[@Varun_Vidyalink]

Your review is completely ironical compared to Varun painter review at powerdrift

[@harshjadhavwildlife7604]

What is its fuel economy ?

[@krishhvlogs5]

Need a naked version of this with comfortable riding position with 18ltr fuel tank for touring and bigger, comfortable pillion seat like duke 200 so that we have naked,sports in hero's portfolio like duke and RC for KTM

[@anshulchauhan5587]

U mean like gs150 r bike 19 litre tank 6 gear 150 cc bike

[@anshulchauhan5587]

Most reliable engine and smooth also . Stable on highwi

[@krishhvlogs5]

@@anshulchauhan5587 this is 210 cc,like duke 200 cc with big tank

[@anshulchauhan5587]

@@krishhvlogs5 i know but it's less for touring . I have gs 19 litre tank. Which is highest in above segment also . Mojo have 21 litre . Thunderbird series has 23 litre . Then gs has 19 . No else bike . Lml beamer mein nd graptor m 17 thi . Pulsar 220 f m 18 litre tank h

[@anshulchauhan5587]

@@krishhvlogs5 so 220 f currently best suited for touring

[@altamashghayas9421]

You don't ride on Karizma you just glide❤

[@motijoseph]

❤😂 True...

[@adityadebnath8865]

i still ride a karizma dude❤❤