Hero
HX250R
The
Hero HX250R is one of the most eagerly
awaited motorcycles ever since the time it was showed prior to the 2014 Auto
Expo. Since then Indian two-wheeler enthusiasts have been awaiting keenly for
the bike to hit our tarmac. Sadly it seems that they will have to wait even longer
as Erik Buell Racing filing bankruptcy has delayed its launch. Erik Buell
Racing was playing a major role in the development of the motorcycle as the
import documents revealed that many components were shipped from USA for the
upcoming bike. With the American bike builder shutting shop last month the
progress and development of the motorcycle has stalled thereby further
prolonging its launch. It is expected that the Hero HX250R will only debut in
early 2016 with a probability of the bike being officially launched at the 2016
Auto Expo in Delhi.
HX250R
is meticulously designed keeping in mind, the aerodynamics, aesthetics,
ergonomics,and giving it a muscular look with an aggressive appeal,the front of
the bike has a wide scope for improvement though, both in aerodynamics and
visual appearance.However, given the overall design of HX250R, the rider can
comfortably tuck himself in while maintaining the visibility through the
windshield while riding, thanks to the meticulous design of the petrol tank. The
overall design of the bike is made keeping in mind the rider’s comfort and the
stability and handling of the mighty HX250R at high speeds. Looking at the
already available 250cc sports bikes in India, Hero Motocorp has made a
commendable effort in designing the bike even though they missed out on the
front look of the bike. The design of this beast, combined with the engine is
sure to make it an Indian sweetheart.
The
quarter-litre motorcycle has been jointly developed by Hero MotoCorp, America’s
Eric Buell Racing (EBR), AVL (Austria) and Engines Engineering. The Hero HX250R
will be the most powerful bike from the company’s stable, packed with a 249 cc
single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine, which will churn out 31 Ps of peak power
and peak torque rating of 26 Nm. Power is transmitted to the rear-wheel via a
6-speed gearbox and it will be the first Hero offering to sport a six-speed
transmission. It is claimed to hit 0-100 km/h in 9 seconds. Tipping the scale
at just 139 kg, the Hero HX250R will have an impressive power-to-weight ratio
of 223 PS/ton. This means this Hero will produce 6PS more than the Honda
CBR250R and weigh 28kg less than the Japanese bike! On the design front, the
Hero HX250R is quite a stunner with twin-headlights, large windscreen and under
seat exhaust. Adding to the look is a geodesic tubular chassis and a beautiful
trellis shaped swingarm. Though the pricing of the bike has not yet been
revealed, we expect the new Hero HX250R to cost around Rs 1.5 lakh onwards.
Source
: automaxabout
