2025 Hero Xtreme 250R vs Kawasaki KLX 450R

Last Updated: October 18, 2026

2025 Hero Xtreme 250R price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakh, which is Rs. 7.88 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KLX 450R, priced at Rs. 9.61 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 2025 Xtreme 250R offers a claimed 37 kmpl, while the KLX 450R delivers 23 kmpl. On the performance front, the 2025 Xtreme 250R uses a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm and the KLX 450R a 449cc engine. If you're deciding between the 2025 Xtreme 250R and KLX 450R, the 2025 Xtreme 250R is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the KLX 450R stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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2025 Xtreme 250R vs KLX 450R Comparison Summary

Specification 2025 Hero Xtreme 250RKawasaki KLX 450R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.73 LakhRs. 9.61 Lakh
Mileage 37 kmpl23 kmpl
Engine 249.03 cc449 cc
Max power 30 PS @ 9250 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 167.7 Kg126 Kg

2025 Xtreme 250R vs KLX 450R Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R STDKawasaki KLX 450R STD
Rating
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Brand Name Hero Kawasaki
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.73 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 9.61 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R Colors
Kawasaki KLX 450R Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,974 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 26,312 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,593 2025 Xtreme 250R Insurance Rs. 31,842 KLX 450R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
150 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
Engine Displacement
249.03 cc
449 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Not Available
Bore
73 mm
96 mm
Stroke
59.5 mm
62.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Carburetor
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Digital
Compression Ratio
12:1
12.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
37 kmpl
23 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Ø48 mm Inverted AOS Type Telescopic Fork With 22 Way Compression And 18 Way Rebound Damping, Travel - 305mm
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
Uni Trak With 22 Way Low Speed, 2 Turns Or More High Speed Compression Damping, 22 Way Rebound Damping And Adjustable Spring Preload, Travel - 315mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
11 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
11 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
14 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
14 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-120/90-18
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tube
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
806 mm
935 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Length*Width*Height
2023*828*1062 mm3
2175*820*1250 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1480 mm
Length
2023 mm
2175 mm
Ground Clearance
167 mm
315 mm
Height
1062 mm
1250 mm
Width
828 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 L
8 L
Kerb Weight
167.7 Kg
126 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
250 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
240 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12.8V / 2AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Perimeter, Aluminium
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750 kms/60 days
Not Available
2nd Service
6500 kms/240 days
Not Available
3rd Service
12500 kms/420 days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
2025 Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Great performance across the rev range
  • Quick and easy handling around corners
  • Most affordable 250cc bike in India
  • Looks really aggressive and unique
2025 Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Tall and wide fuel tank can make flat-footing the bike difficult for shorter riders
  • Brakes could do with sharper initial bite
  • The LCD console feels cluttered and dated
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R vs Kawasaki KLX 450R?
As per the users experiences 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, maintenance and features in your bike. But Kawasaki KLX 450R is better on the grounds of comfort. On the basis of performance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R vs Kawasaki KLX 450R?
The 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper than Kawasaki KLX 450R by ₹7.88 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R vs Kawasaki KLX 450R?
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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