Hero Xtreme 250R vs TVS Raider

Last Updated: September 10, 2026

TVS Raider price starts at Rs. 83,910, which is Rs. 88,741 cheaper than the base variant of Hero Xtreme 250R, priced at Rs. 1.73 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Xtreme 250R offers a claimed 37 kmpl, while the Raider delivers 67 kmpl. On the performance front, the Xtreme 250R uses a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Raider a 124.8cc engine producing 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Xtreme 250R and Raider, the Raider is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Xtreme 250R stands out for performance.

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Xtreme 250R vs Raider Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Xtreme 250RTVS Raider
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.73 LakhRs. 83,910
Mileage 37 kmpl67 kmpl
Engine 249.03 cc124.8 cc
Max power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 167.7 Kg124 Kg

Xtreme 250R vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Xtreme 250R STDTVS Raider Drum
Rating
7 reviews
755 reviews
Brand Name Hero TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.73 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 83,910 Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Braking Type Not Available Synchronized Braking System
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 Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 4,974 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 2,417 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,593 Xtreme 250R Insurance Rs. 6,143 Raider Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
3
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
95 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Air and Oil Cooled Single Cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
249.03 cc
124.8 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
73 mm
53.5 mm
Stroke
59.5 mm
55.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronic Control Unit
Compression Ratio
12:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Synchronized Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
37 kmpl
67 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
71.94 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
65.44 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
50-55 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
Monoshock, 5 step adj, Gas charged

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-80/100 - 17, Rear :-100/90 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
806 mm
780 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
1 L
Engine Oil Grade
Not Available
TVS TRU4, 4T oil (10W30)
Length*Width*Height
2023*828*1062 mm3
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1326 mm
Length
2023 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
167 mm
180 mm
Height
1062 mm
1028 mm
Width
828 mm
785 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
167.7 Kg
124 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

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

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Single Cradle Tubular Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Intelligo
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750 kms/60 days
750-1000 Kms/30-45 Days
2nd Service
6500 kms/240 days
5500-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
12500 kms/420 days
11500-12000 Kms / 365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500 ~ 18000 kms/548 days

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
TVS Raider
  • Peppy Performance
  • Gets single-channel ABS
  • Comes with GTT (Glide Through Tech)
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
TVS Raider
  • Rear disc brake is only available in top-end variants
  • Has a small fuel tank
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Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs TVS Raider?
As per the users experiences Hero Xtreme 250R is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your bike. But TVS Raider is better on the grounds of mileage and features.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs TVS Raider?
The TVS Raider is cheaper than Hero Xtreme 250R by ₹88,741.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R vs TVS Raider?
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 Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Xtreme 250R has better performance.

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