What's Good
The flagship motorbike of Hero MotoCorp has so much of the potential. It has wisely taken the punch of Karizma to the next level of excitement. Below points will make things more clear.
- LED tail lamps
- Double barrel headlamps
- Multifunctional console
- Wider tyres
- Clip on Handlebar
What's Bad
Karizma ZMR has so many good things, but its new look didn't match with everyone's choice. Some more points on the same will make it clearer.
- Giant visor looks nasty
- No mono Shock suspension
- High Maintenance
Power to mileage
Hero Karizma ZMR is a good example to the most fuel efficient high performance Indian bikes. It has returned upto 40 KMPL mileage despite of having a big engine. Following points will guide more on this.
- 223cc displacement
- 20 BHP power
- 0-60 KMPH in 3.6 seconds
- 25 to 35 KMPL actual mileage
- Smooth and reliable engine
Handling and riding
Handling of Karizma ZMR is on the brighter side. Since its introduction in year 2009, the handling and riding of this bike have always been challenging for its rivals. All these dynamics were inherited in this bike from its predecessor Karizma R. The reliable Honda engine clears out the remaining doubts. It's a fun to ride bike but it would be better if Hero guys would have designed it to rest over a rear monoshock suspension to add some more enthusiasm.
Safety
Hero has never compromised with the safety of this bike. The disc brakes and diamond type frame are meant to provide safest ride experience. ZMR's safety features are listed in the following stack.
- Diamond frame
- Front and Rear Disc brakes
- LED Tail lights
- Double barrel Headlights
- Side Stand Sensor
Maintenance issues
Being based on a sportsbike platform, the maintenance has always been an issue. As, the company sources the engines from Honda, there is less requirement of maintenance ton this because of one of the most reliable technologies. Regular checkups and settings will do everything fine on this bike. The bike won't let the rider worry about anything except mileage, and it is also a fact that people riding Karizma don't bother about the efficiency.
Verdict
In simple words, if one feels good with the bike's looks, then this will be a cent percent pick. The reliable technology packed with Indian style makes it capable enough to deal with the competition. The raised height of the bike makes it good on bumpy and bad roads. There are few things which were expected in this bike regarding suspension and brakes, but still, it is one of the strongest contenders in the market
