You may have noticed that since the introduction of GST 2.0 in the Indian bike market, there has been a tremendous change in the prices of two-wheelers. Now motorcycles with engine capacities below 350cc have become much cheaper than before, while bikes above 350cc have risen slightly. In such a situation, it becomes necessary to compare between the two popular off-road bikes Hero Xpulse 210 and Kawasaki KLX230, which bike proves to be a much better deal after the GST cut.
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Hero Xpulse 210
This adventure bike from Hero MotoCorp is already known for its strong performance and affordable maintenance. But now its price has also been cut after GST 2.0. The base variant of the first Xpulse 210 was found in ₹1.76 lakhs and the top variant ₹1.86 lakhs (ex showroom). Now the price has come down to ₹1.62 lakh (Base) and ₹1.71 lakh (Top) — ie savings of close ₹14,516.
The bike features a 210cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that generates power of 24.6hp @ 9,250rpm and torque of 20.7Nm @ 7,250rpm. Power delivery is smooth and its performance on the highway is a great compliment.
However, among the top variants, the company has features such as TFT displays, dual-channel ABS, copy guards, and windscreens that make it more adventure-ready. Single-channel ABS is given in the base variant.
Kawasaki KLX230
Also tell you Kawasaki’s KLX230 is made for riders who want a real off-road experience. The initial price of this bike was ₹3.30 lakh, but after localization its price had fallen to ₹1.99 lakh. Now after GST 2.0 its price has dropped further to ₹1.84 lakhs (ex-showroom), ie an additional deduction of around ₹15,000.
It features a 233cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine that generates power of 19hp @ 7,800rpm and torque of 19Nm @ 6,200rpm. The accompanying 6-speed gearbox, 37mm telescopic front fork, and monoshock rear suspension.
The KLX230 is a pure off-roader bike, with a 7.5-liter fuel tank and single-channel ABS making it lightweight and performance-oriented. However, it has a basic LCD display with Bluetooth, which helps show riding data.
Value
Now let’s talk compared the two bikes. The base variant of the Xpulse 210 comes in ₹1.62 lakhs, which is ₹22,000 cheaper than the KLX230. At the same time the top variant is ₹1.71 lakh, which is close to ₹13,000 less than KLX230.
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Talking about features, the Hero Xpulse 210 comes with more advanced technology and better highway and touring ability. On the other hand, the Kawasaki KLX230 is a dedicated dual-sport machine with lighter, more ground clearance and specifically designed for off-roading.
If your focus is on both adventure riding and off-roading, the Xpulse 210 Top Variant will prove to be a more balanced choice. But if you are just fond of jungle trails or off-road rides, then the KLX230 will like you more.