Hero Karizma

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Hero Karizma
ManufacturerHero MotoCorp
Production2003-2019
ClassStandard
Engine223 cc (13.6 cu in) 4-stroke, air cooled single[1]
Power14.9 kW (20.0 hp) @ 8,000 rpm (claimed)[1]
Torque14.5 ft⋅lb (19.7 N⋅m) @ 6,500 rpm (claimed)[1]
Transmission5-speed
BrakesFront - Disc, 276 mm Rear ZMR/R – Disc, 240 mm / Internal extending shoe type, 130 mm
Seat height795 mm (31.3 in)
Weight150 kg (330 lb) (claimed)[2] (dry)
Fuel capacity15 l (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal)

Hero Karizma was a premium motorcycle manufactured by Hero Motocorp. It was first launched in May 2003 and was given a cosmetic upgrade Karizma R in 2007. In September 2009, it was supplemented by another variant Karizma ZMR. The production of this motorcycle stopped in 2019 due to poor sales.

Design[]

Karizma has been designed specifically for the Indian market.[3] The styling is inspired by Honda CBF600.[2] The instrument panel and the tank recesses are also designed keeping their functionality in mind.[2]

Engine[]

Karizma has the tried and tested, but slightly detuned version of 223 cc SOHC air-cooled engine[1] from the CRF230 series of enduro/MX/supermoto bikes that are sold in the United States and South American markets. It has a five-speed gearbox in place of the CRF's six-speed. The engine is an all-aluminium, undersquare engine (bore 65.5 mm or 2.58 in and stroke 66.2 mm or 2.61 in) running a compression ratio of 9:1. It features a Kehlin CV carburettor with a CCVI switch. The Karizma ZMR on the other hand is imbued with fuel injection.

Developments[]

The most exciting development in the Hero stable has been that of its collaboration with American racing bike manufacturer Erik Buell Racing. The new Karizma R and ZMR have been inspired by Eric Buell Racing's EBR 1190.[4] The American company had a substantial role in the design of the high end bikes coming from Hero.

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References[]

  1. ^ a b c d "Karizma ZMR, Hero Karizma Bike, Mileage, Price, New Model Karizma Bike, Specification - Heromotocorp". www.heromotocorp.com. Retrieved 15 February 2019.
  2. ^ a b c Ganguly, Riju (31 October 2013). "2009 Hero Motocorp Karizma". TopSpeed. Retrieved 15 February 2019.
  3. ^ Karuppaswamy, Nitchyanandh (17 December 2018). "2019 Hero Karizma may get styling from HX250, engine from Xtreme 200". RushLane. Retrieved 15 February 2019.
  4. ^ Greg, Dave (4 May 2018). "New Edition Hero Karizma likely to make debut in 2020". Medium. Retrieved 15 February 2019.

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