Hero Xpulse 210 Vs Kawasaki KLX 230: Dual-Sport Dilemma | Comparison | Review | carandbike

Hero Xpulse 210 Vs Kawasaki KLX 230: Dual-Sport Dilemma | Comparison | Review | carandbike
Hero Motocorp’s Xpulse has been the most accessible and versatile machine when it comes commuting, off-roading, touring and more. And it has only gotten better with the latest Xpulse 210 that has undergone improvements and changes from wheel to wheel. But this scenario has now changed ever since Kawasaki launched the India-spec KLX 230, which is priced very close to the Xpulse 210. This one is a whole lot lighter, agile, peppier and carries the finesse of the Japanese brand, making for an interesting option to consider. To solve this quandary, we have put both these motorcycle head-to-head against one another and ridden then back-to-back to find out exactly which one is for whom. What the video till the end let us know your thoughts.
00:00 Introduction
01:16 What do these bikes stand for?
02:29 Ergonomics and Rider Triangle
05:37 Powertrain Specifications
06:45 Features Package
07:27 Exhaust Check
08:20 Ride Quality and Experience
11:44 Service Network and Ownership Costs
13:08 Verdict
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