Hero Motorcorp have introduced their top-of-the-line HX250R motorcycles in India today. The new motorcycle is powered by a brand new 249cc, 4 stroke single cylinder DOHC, liquid cooled engine cranking out 31 ps of max power. The Hero HX250R engine is mated to a six speed constant mesh transmission.
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Up front on the bike, you have twin telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers, while at the rear you have a monoshock with 5 step adjustable preload and shim valve damping. Braking duties are handled by a 300mm, triple piston caliper with optional ABS. At the rear you have a 220mm linked disc unit with combined braking and ABS as an option. Also the new Hero HX250R gets an underseat exhaust.
The bike has 17×2.75 inch alloy wheel up front with 110/80R – 17 rubber and 17 x 4.0 inch alloy wheels with 140/70R-17 rubber on the rear wheel. Both wheels are shod with unidirectional tubeless tyres. The weight of the bike is quite light at139 kgs, and it has a 12.5 liter fuel tank
Hero HX250R Technical Specifications
Type | 4 – stroke single cylinder DOHC, Liquid cooled, engine |
Bore x Stroke | 81.0 x 48.5 mm |
Displacement | 249 cc |
Clutch | Multi-plate wet |
Gear box | 6 Speed constant mesh |
Suspension | Front: Telescopic Hydraulic Shock AbsorbersRear Single shock, 5 Step adjustable Pre Load, Shim Valve Damping |
Brakes | Front: 300 mm Disc, three piston caliper, Combined braking with optional ABS Rear 220 mm Disc, linked. Combined braking with optional ABS |
Wheel and Tyres | Front: 17×2.75 Alloy wheel with 110/80R-17 Unidirectional tubeless tyre Rear 17×4.00 Alloy wheel with 140/70R-17 Unidirectional tubeless tyre |
Battery | 12 V – 6 Ah , MF Battery |
Head Lamp | Twin 12V – 35W / 35W – Halogen Bulb, DC – Multi-Reflector Type |
Position Lamp | LED Light Guide |
Tail / Stop Lamp | LED Lights |
Length | 2085 mm |
Width | 735 mm |
Height | 1145 mm |
Wheelbase | 1370 mm |
Ground clearance | 145 mm |
Kerb weight | 139 kgs. |
Fuel tank capacity | 12.9 Ltrs ( Min ) |
The highlights of the bike, as mentioned in the official press release are
- High performance liquid-cooled balanced engine with advanced multi-sensor electronic fuel injection system that delivers optimal power and response in every situation
- Six speed constant mesh gear box with optimized ratio selection
- Geodesic tubular frame with power-train as stressed member for maximum mass centralization enabling crisp handling and manoeuvrability
- Aerodynamic styling, featuring the trademark Hero lightning bolt design
- Optimised pivot location for swing arm to minimise angle changes through the suspension travel for a smooth ride
- High quality 37mm forks with sophisticated damping for best ride on all roads
Environmental Features:
- Optimized intake and exhaust systems to deliver great power with excellent fuel mileage, drivability and emissions performance
- Superior low friction engine oil ensures enhanced drain period, better cold starting abilities and cleaner environment
- Closed Crankcase Ventilation System to ensure zero emission from the crankcase
- MF (Maintenance-Free) Battery has sufficient CCA (Cold Cranking Ampere) for easy starting even in cold conditions
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The power figures have been revealed and updated above.
31 BHP
Bhp has not been revealed by Hero Motocorp
power and torque @ rpms….??????
What is the bhp guys ?