Best Bike Under 1 Lac - Hero Xtreme 125R First Ride | ICN Studio

Summary

The script provides an overview and review of the Hero Xtreme 125R motorcycle. It highlights the bike's new 125cc engine, called 'Sprint', which aims to provide smooth power and instant torque. The host praises the bike's sporty, aerodynamic styling, premium features like LED lighting and monoshock rear suspension, and claims it has the widest front tyre in its segment. After briefly test riding the bike, the host says it has good low-end torque and is comfortable up to around 95kmph. He notes the gearbox needs refinement and the exhaust note could be better, but concludes the Xtreme 125R offers a good combination of features and pricing that should attract young audiences.

Takeaways

• 😀 Hero Xtreme 125R is a new 125cc motorcycle from Hero MotoCorp with a focus on speed and performance
• 🚀 It has a new 125cc engine called 'Sprint' engine designed for smooth power delivery and instant torque
• ⚡ The bike can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in 5.9 seconds making it one of the fastest in its segment
• 🔧 The engine offers a maximum power output between 10.7 - 11.7 bhp depending on the source, and max torque of 10.6 Nm
• 👀 It has a sporty and sharp design language with features like LED lighting, split seats, tubeless tyres
• 🛠 It gets advanced hardware like 37mm front fork, monoshock rear suspension, 260mm front disc brake and single-channel ABS
• 💺 Rider seating position is aggressive while pillion seat space is limited
• 📈 The bike offers good low-end tractability, ideal for city rides. Vibrations start beyond 6000 rpm so keep revs low for comfort
• 🔃 The slick-shifting 6-speed gearbox needs refinement especially in 1st gear
• 💰 With a price tag of around Rs 1 lakh, the Xtreme 125R offers a sporty 125cc experience targeting young audiences

Q & A

What is the full form of 'Sprint' in the context of the Hero Xtreme 125R motorcycle?

The full form of 'Sprint' is Smooth Power Refinement and Instant Torque. This refers to the goals Hero had when developing the engine for improved performance.

What is the power output of the Hero Xtreme 125R?

There is some confusion around the exact power output figures. The press release states 11.7 bhp, the presentation mentions 11.5 PS (around 11 bhp), but 10.7 bhp is also written on the board. The final exact power output is unclear.

What suspension and brakes does the Hero Xtreme 125R use?

The Xtreme 125R uses a monoshock rear suspension and 37mm diameter front telescopic forks made by Showa. It has a 260mm front disc brake with single-channel ABS and a drum brake at the rear.

What design elements make the Xtreme 125R look sporty?

Sharp styling lines, aerodynamic panels, split seats, alloy wheels, and a slightly aggressive riding stance all contribute to the sporty aesthetics.

What is the top speed and sweet spot for the Xtreme 125R?

The motorcycle is comfortable up to 100 kmph but the sweet spot is around 90-95 kmph, beyond which vibrations start to be more apparent.

How is the tractability and low-end torque of the engine?

The tractability is very good, able to pull smoothly from low rpms without needing many gear changes. The low-end torque aids this drivability.

What issue was noticed with the gearbox during testing?

There were some problems getting into first gear consistently. The gear shifts were not fully refined.

How does the Xtreme 125R perform around corners and turns?

The lightweight design and geometry of the chassis allows it to flick into corners with agility, meeting the expectations of younger riders.

What competitive advantage does the Xtreme 125R have?

It offers strong performance, features and suspension components at an affordable pricing point compared to rivals.

What areas could be improved on the Xtreme 125R?

Refinements to resolve the first gear issue, reducing vibrations at high rpm, and a better pillion seat for comfort.