We FINALLY rode the Hero Karizma XMR and here’s how it feels in the real world

We FINALLY rode the Hero Karizma XMR and here’s how it feels in the real world

31 Aug, 2023

Nishaad Joshi

Looks good and build quality is decent too | Taillight looks especially slick

210cc engine loves to rev & after 6k rpm, it really comes into its own | A 120kmph cruising speed can be held comfortably

There’s a lean to reach the handlebar but it’s manageable | Nowhere near as committed as the Yamaha R15 V4

801mm seat is accessible & even pillion seat is reasonably comfortable

Suspension is on the softer side | Bumpy roads are taken care of with ease

That does result in a vague-feeling front end when pushed hard around corners

Braking performance is decent | Not a lot of initial bite but squeezing the brakes gives a good amount of progression

LCD console is hard to read under sunlight and feels a bit dated

Can the new Karizma live up to the legend that was its predecessor?