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Hero Karizma XMR 250 has surfaced online without camouflage hinting at an imminent market debut
The undisguised test motorcycle confirms that Hero has retained the aggressive silhouette of the Karizma XMR while introducing subtle changes to distinguish the quarter-litre version. The motorcycle seen in the images wears a gloss black paint scheme with contrasting red graphics across the fairing, fuel tank extensions and tail section.
The front end remains instantly recognisable with its aerodynamic full fairing, tall transparent windscreen and projector LED headlamp positioned beneath the signature boomerang-shaped LED daytime running lights. The indicators continue to be mounted on the fairing and are LED units. From the side, the motorcycle carries over the sculpted fairing panels and split seats.
The images also reveal golden upside-down front forks, a red rear monoshock, clip-on handlebars mounted above the top yoke and aluminium rider footpegs. The exposed steel trellis frame is visible beneath the fairing while the compact engine casing shows Hero’s newer liquid-cooled quarter-litre powertrain. The rear section gets sporty graphics carrying XMR 250 branding on the side panels.
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A sleek LED tail lamp sits neatly below the razor-sharp styled tail section and is accompanied by integrated LED turn indicators. The motorcycle also gets a split grab rail and a side-mounted saree guard as well. The spy images further show a wide rear tyre, rear disc brake and a box-section swingarm. The short side-slung exhaust has a brushed metallic finish.
The alloy wheel design also appears unchanged from the smaller Karizma XMR. The riding posture visible in the images indicates that Hero has retained the sport-touring ergonomics of the Karizma. The rider sits slightly leaned forward without adopting an extreme supersport stance. It will be part of the multiple new launches planned by the brand this FY which should include the flagship Xpulse 420 adv.
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The DOHC mill makes 30 PS max power and 25 Nm of peak torque and is hooked with a six-speed gearbox with a slipper and assist clutch as standard. Upon arrival, it will take on the likes of KTM 200 RC, forthcoming Yamaha R2 and Suzuki Gixxer SF 250. Some of the other equipment highlights are TFT console, dual-channel ABS, ride modes, turn-by-turn navigation, Bluetooth integration and USB charging port.
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