Hero Xtreme 125R launched at Rs 95,000
Hero has entered the sporty 125cc segment with the Xtreme 125R. The bike features aggressive styling with inspiration from the Karizma XMR and Xtreme 160R. Being a 125cc, it also boasts a claimed fuel efficiency of 66kmpl.
Hero Xtreme 125R powertrain
The Xtreme 125R is powered by an air-cooled 125cc single-cylinder producing 11.4bhp at 8,250rpm and 10.5Nm at 6,000rpm through a five-speed wet multiplate gearbox. Hero claims that the Xtreme 125R has a fuel efficiency of 66kmpl.
Hero Xtreme 125R chassis and dimensions
The Xtreme 125R features a diamond frame and comes in at a wet weight of 136kg. The 1319mm wheelbase is contained within a 2009mm total length. Seat height comes in at 794mm with a ground clearance of 180mm.
Hero Xtreme 125R wheels and suspension
The Xtreme 125R gets 17-inch front and rear alloys wearing 90/90 and 120/80 tyres respectively. Suspension is handled by a 37mm telescopic fork and a 7-step preload-adjustable hydraulic rear monoshock, with a 276mm front disc brake and rear drum brake.
Hero Xtreme 125R price and rivals
The Hero Xtreme 125R has been launched in two variants. The base IBS variant comes in at Rs 95,000 ex-showroom with the top-end ABS variant priced at Rs 99,500 ex-showroom. The Xtreme 125R is expected to go up against the TVS Raider 125 (Rs 95,219 ex-showroom) and Bajaj Pulsar NS125 (Rs 99,571 ex-showroom).
