Thursday, July 17, 2025

Honda CB200X Vs Hero XPulse 200: Which One Should You Buy?

Honda 2Wheelers India has recently forayed into the entry-level adventure segment with the Hornet 2.0-based CB200X motorcycle. Priced at Rs 1,44,500 (ex-showroom Gurugram), Honda calls it a “perfect urban explorer”. That means it's not an off-roading-biased adventure motorcycle like the highly popular Hero XPulse 200. Nevertheless, both the two-wheelers closely share their specifications. However, at Rs 1.21 lakh (ex-showroom), the XPulse 200 has an edge in terms of pricing. So, is it worth spending Rs 23,700 extra on the CB200X? Let's find the answer: – 

Honda CB200X comparison

Also Read: Honda BigWing Launches Virtual Showroom In India; Features 360-Degree View

Dimensions: – 

 

Honda CB200X

Hero XPulse 200

Length

2,035mm

2,222mm

Width

843mm

850mm

Height

1,248mm

1,258mm

Wheelbase

1355mm

1410mm

Ground clearance

167mm

220mm

Fuel tank capacity

12 litres

13 litres

Seat height

810mm

823mm

Wheels Size

17-inch

21-inch (F), 18-inch (R)

Kerb weight

147kg

157kg

 

The CB200X is smaller in length and has a shorter wheelbase than the XPulse 200, which means it will be easier to manoeuvre in tight spaces. Also, it is 10kg lighter and has a lower saddle height, which makes it further accessible for riders with shorter built. On the other hand, the bigger wheel size, high-ground clearance and higher seat height of the Hero XPulse 200 make it ideal for the rough terrains and you can take it on to explore undiscovered territories without worrying too much.

Engine Specifications: – 

 

Honda CB200X

Hero XPulse 200

Displacement

184.4cc 

199.6cc 

No of Cylinders

1

1

No of valves

2

Cooling System

Air-cooled

Oil-cooled

Max Power

17.26PS @ 8500rpm

18.08PS @ 8500rpm

Peak Torque

16.1Nm @ 6000rpm

16.45Nm @ 6500rpm

Transmission

5-speed

5-speed

 

The XPulse has a slightly higher displacement, and thus it delivers more power & torque than the Japanese offering. Also, using an oil-cooler mechanism gives it an extra advantage over its opponent. However, we can't ignore that the XPulse is slightly heavier than the CB200X, and due to this weight difference, the Honda ADV feels more relaxed on the highways. 

Also Read: Hero XPulse 200 4V Spied Testing; Likely To Be More Powerful Than Before

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Underpinnings: – 

  Honda CB200X Hero XPulse 200
Frame Diamond Tubular Diamond
Front suspension Upside Down Fork 37mm Telescopic
Rear suspension Monoshock 10-step adjustable monoshock
Front brake 276mm disc 276mm disc
Rear brake 220mm disc 220mm disc
Wheel Type Alloy Wheels Spoke Wheels
Front tyre 110/70 -17 90/90-21
Rear tyre 140/70 – 17 120/80-18

 

Both the bikes are based on somewhat identical frames and have the same braking system, assisted by a single-channel Antilock Braking System. However, the XPulse has longer travel suspensions (ideal for off-road), whereas the CB200X comes with USD front forks that allows agile & crisp handling even at high speed. It also comes with alloy wheels, wrapped in wider section dual-purpose tubeless tyres, whereas the XPulse comes fitted with tube-type dual-purpose tyres. 

Features

hero xpulse 200 price in India

Key Features Honda CB200X Hero XPuslse 200
Illumination System LED LED (only headlamp)
Windscreen Tinted Clear glass
knuckle guard  Yes Yes
Engine Bash-plate Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Fully-Digital Fully-Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity No Yes
Turn-by-turn navigation & call notifications No Yes
Hazard Lamp Yes No
ABS Single-Channel Single-Channel

 

While both bikes have almost identical features, the XPulse again has an upper hand with smartphone pairing functionality for turn-by-turn navigation, which is surprisingly missing in the Honda CB200X.

Conclusion

Going by all parameters, it seems like the Honda ADV doesn't have much on offer over the XPulse 200. The Hero Xpulse 200 comes with more useful features and more off-road biased stuff at a considerably lower price. However, the CB200X has a more solid road presence and is better suited for urban use with moderate off-roading capabilities. 

Honda CB 200 X Video Review: – 

Honda CB 200 X Ride impressions | Gagan Choudhary

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