Comparing the Hero Karizma XMR and the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG (new) side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Hero Karizma XMR is available at ₹181,400, while the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG (new) is priced at ₹90,976. On the engine front, the Hero Karizma XMR comes with a 210 cc unit compared to the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG (new)'s 124.58 cc, producing 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm and 9.5 PS @ 8,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 41.55 Kmpl for the Hero Karizma XMR versus 65 Kmpl for the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG (new). The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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Engine Specifications |
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Air‑cooled |
| Displacement | 210 cc | 124.58 cc |
| Engine Type | 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC | 4‑Stroke, Single Cylinder |
| Power | 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 9.5 PS @ 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm | 9.7 Nm @ 5,000 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 litres | 2 kg CNG + 2 L Petrol |
| Mileage | 41.55 Kmpl | 65 Kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 163.5 | 147.8 |
| Seat Height | 810 | 825 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | — |
| Front Brake | Disc 300 mm | 240 mm Disc / 130 mm Drum |
| Front Suspension | Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush | Telescopic, Dia 30 Inner, Stroke 125 |
| Rear Brake | Disc 230 mm | 130 mm Drum / 110 mm Drum |
| Rear Suspension | Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable | Monoshox With Linkages, Stroke 120 |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80 - 17 | 90/80‑17 Tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 140/70 - 17 | 120/70-16 Tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED | LED |
Other Specifications |
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| Battery | MF Battery 12V- 6 Ah, ETZ-7 | — |
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| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | Fully Digital LCD with Bluetooth |
| Color Options | Turbo RedIconic YellowPhantom BlackCombat Grey | Cyber WhiteRacing RedCaribbean BluePewter GreyEbony Black |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | — |
| Price Variants | Top | 186644 Combat | 188257 | NG04 Drum | 91566 NG04 Drum LED | 104117 NG04 Disc LED | 109852 |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric only (ISG) |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 5‑speed (1 Down, 4 Up) |
