Hero Xtreme 250R vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250

Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Price starts at Rs. 2.20 Lakh which is Rs. 46,939 costlier than base model of Hero Xtreme 250R priced at Rs. 1.73 Lakh. The claimed mileage of Hero Xtreme 250R is 37 kmpl whereas the mileage of Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is 31 kmpl. In technical specifications, Hero Xtreme 250R is powered by 249.03 cc engine , while Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is powered by 249 cc engine. Hero Xtreme 250R is available in 3 different colours while Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 comes with 1 colours. The Comparison Hero Xtreme 250R vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Xtreme 250R vs Vitpilen 250

Key Highlights Xtreme 250R STDVitpilen 250 Gen 2
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC Liquid Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm 31 PS @ 9500 rpm

Xtreme 250R vs Vitpilen 250 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Xtreme 250R STDHusqvarna Vitpilen 250 Gen 2
Rating
7 reviews
56 reviews
Brand Name Hero Husqvarna
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.73 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC Liquid Cooled, SOHC
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm 31 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Colors
Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,974 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,218 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,593 Xtreme 250R Insurance Rs. 12,509 Vitpilen 250 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
...
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Liquid Cooled, SOHC
Engine Displacement
249.03 cc
249.07 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
31 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
25 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
73 mm
72 mm
Stroke
59.5 mm
61.1 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
...

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

Mileage (Overall)
37 kmpl
31 kmpl

Suspension-Front
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
WP Apex USD forks, 43mm diameter
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
WP Apex monoshock preload adjustable

Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
...
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
806 mm
820 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
...
2.7 L
Length*Width*Height
2023*828*1062 mm3
...
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1368 mm
Length
2023 mm
...
Ground Clearance
167 mm
177 mm
Height
1062 mm
...
Width
828 mm
...
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 L
13.5 L
Kerb Weight
167.7 Kg
163.8 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
USB charging port
...
Music control
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
...

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
New Steel-trellis fram and subframx
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD Connectivity
Malfunction Indicator
...
Trip Meter
...
Digital
Pillion Seat
Pillion Grab Rail
Calls and Messaging
Navigation assist
Riding Modes
...
Rain,Street
Traction Control
...
Low battery alert
...
Brightness Control
...
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Daytime Running Lamps
Gear Position Indicator
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
...
Side Stand Warning
...
Exhaust Heat Shield
...
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Cafe Racer Bikes
Body Graphics
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
...
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Clock
Low Battery Indicator
...
Low Oil Indicator
...
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Service Due Indicator
...
Switchable ABS
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
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
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 Xtreme 250R Better Than Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?

66% users have chosen Hero Xtreme 250R over Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 160 users have also rated Hero Xtreme 250R and Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 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 Xtreme 250R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is better on the grounds of features.

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 Xtreme 250R Vitpilen 250
Mileage 4.1 3.9
Performance 5.0 4.7
Comfort 4.6 4.3
Maintenance 4.8 3.9
Features 3.1 4.7
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Should I choose another bike other than Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 due to its ground clearance?
  • Definitely not get the Vitpilen it's a fun to drive
  • First of all the GC is around 135mm and not 145mm. Secondly, it's not a problem with the bike it's a problem with the Indian roads so changing is never going to solve your problem. Better get your desired bike and drive little smart. I gave these issues in the beginning but later on learned to avoid these high breakers by some simple manuevers like side crossing and slowing down before bumps
  • Yes, If good ground is your preference and you also intrested in occasional off roading.
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Q. How comfortable Is Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250 for pillion?
  • To be Honest, it's not so comfortable
Q. Why I would choose Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 instead of KTM Duke 390? it's price is with in 2.5 lakh.
  • 1) Appealing looks 2) Top notch low range torque3) Attention grabber4) Powerful machine5) Swedish background with tons of motocross and dirt bike rally achievementsYou can't resist the urge to look at the bike once you see it, Duke is too mainstream.
  • Go with husqvarna because ktm engine . Good mileage because its a 250 cc. Its a Head turner. I own duke 390 so i kn maintaining it is a hard task.

Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?
As per the users experiences Hero Xtreme 250R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?
The Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper than Husqvarna Vitpilen 250 by ₹54,460.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 250?
For the STD version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Gen 2 version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of Vitpilen 250 produces 31 PS @ 9500 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Xtreme 250R has better performance.

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