Hero MotoCorp has launched Karizma XMR for an introductory price of INR 1,72,900/- (ex-showroom Delhi). Offered in three shades - Iconic Yellow, Turbo Red and Matte Phantom Black, the bike can be booked online or by a call for a booking amount of INR 3,000.
Karizma XMR, which is the result of a unique collaboration between the engineers at the company's state-of-the-art Hero Center for Innovation and Technology (CIT) in Jaipur and the Hero Tech Centre Germany (TCG) near Munich, is powered by a 210cc liquid-cooled DOHC engine, delivering 25.5PS at 9,250 rpm and maximum torque of 20.4 Nm at 7,250 rpm. Mated to a 6-speed transmission, the bike also comes with a slip-and-assist clutch and dual channel ABS, adjustable windshield, intelligent illumination headlamp and turn-by-turn navigation.
Niranjan Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Hero MotoCorp, said, “We are rapidly building full portfolio in this segment, in line with our strategy. The focus will not just be on products with first-in-class and best-in-class features, but also on providing overall premium experience through our Hero 2.0 stores and exclusive range of premium outlets going forward.”
Ranjivjit Singh, Head, India Business Unit, Hero MotoCorp, said, “Within just a span of three months, we have introduced three new premium motorcycles – Xtreme 160R 4V, Harley-Davidson X440 and now the Karizma XMR - arguably in the first such instance by any OEM. All these products are reflective of our focus on rapid growth and market share gains in the premium motorcycle segment.”
The new bike has a Class-D LED projector headlamp with integrated LED DRLs. The auto – auto-illumination feature offers a convenient and intuitive riding experience. The signature complements it H-shaped LED tail light, backlit switchgear and hazard switch. The inverted display LCD speedometer gives a clear view of navigation. In addition, it comes with 39 different functionalities such as smartphone connectivity for incoming call/SMS alerts, vehicle battery status, range, gear position indicator and shift advisory, ambient light sensor, gear shift & low fuel indicator, trip meter etc.
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