Comparing the Hero Karizma XMR and the BMW S 1000 R 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 BMW S 1000 R is priced at a price on request. On the engine front, the Hero Karizma XMR comes with a 210 cc unit compared to the BMW S 1000 R's 999 cc, producing 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm and 125 kW (170 hp) at 11,000 rpm respectively. Fuel efficiency stands at 41.55 Kmpl for the Hero Karizma XMR versus 16 kmpl for the BMW S 1000 R. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Cooling System | Liquid Cooled | Oil/water cooling |
| Displacement | 210 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Type | 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC | four-cylinder, four-stroke inline engine with four valves per cylinder |
| Power | 25.05 bhp @ 9250 rpm | 125 kW (170 hp) at 11,000 rpm |
| Torque | 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm | 114 Nm @ 9,250 rpm |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 litres | 16.5 L |
| Mileage | 41.55 Kmpl | 16 kmpl |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | 163.5 | 199 |
| Seat Height | 810 | 830 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | Dual Channel ABS | Dual Channel ABS |
| Front Brake | Disc 300 mm | Disc Front Brake Size 320 mm Caliper - Front 4 Piston |
| Front Suspension | Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush | Upside-down telescopic fork, diameter 45 mm, spring preload, rebound and compression stages adjustable |
| Rear Brake | Disc 230 mm | Disc Rear Brake Size 220 mm Caliper - Rear 1 Piston |
| Rear Suspension | Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Pre-load Adjustable | Aluminium swing arm, full floater pro, compression and rebound damping adjustable, adjustable spring preload |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 100/80 - 17 | 120/70 - ZR17 |
| Rear Tyre | 140/70 - 17 | 190/55 - ZR17 |
| 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 | 12 V / 8 Ah |
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| Cluster | Digital Instrument Cluster | Fully digital display with speedometer, tachometer, ride data |
| Color Options | Turbo RedIconic YellowPhantom BlackCombat Grey | Blackstorm metallicLight whiteBluefire/Mugiallo Yellow |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection | Electronic fuel injection |
| Price Variants | Top | 186644 Combat | 188257 | Standard | 2127000 | Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels |
| Starter | Self Start | Electric |
| Transmission | 6 Speed Manual | 6-speed manual |










