2025 Hero Xtreme 250R vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: October 17, 2026

2025 Hero Xtreme 250R price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakh, which is Rs. 58,512 cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.31 Lakh. On the performance front, the 2025 Xtreme 250R uses a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the 2025 Xtreme 250R and YZF-R2, the 2025 Xtreme 250R is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the YZF-R2 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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2025 Xtreme 250R vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification 2025 Hero Xtreme 250RYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.73 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 37 kmplNot Available
Engine 249.03 cc204 cc
Max power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 167.7 Kg149 Kg

2025 Xtreme 250R vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
7 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Hero Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.73 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,977 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,333 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,595 2025 Xtreme 250R Insurance Rs. 12,579 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
249.03 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
73 mm
66 mm
Stroke
59.5 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

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

Suspension-Front
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
806 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
2023*828*1062 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1340 mm
Length
2023 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
167 mm
170 mm
Height
1062 mm
1140 mm
Width
828 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
167.7 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

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

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

Is Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R Better Than Yamaha YZF-R2?

100% users have chosen Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R over Yamaha YZF-R2 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 18 users have also rated Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R and Yamaha YZF-R2 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor YZF-R2 2025 Xtreme 250R
Mileage 4.1 5.0
Performance 5.0 3.0
Comfort 4.6 5.0
Maintenance 4.8 5.0
Features 3.1 3.0
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹58,512.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp 2025 Xtreme 250R vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the STD version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of 2025 Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R has better performance.

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