Hero Xtreme Sports review, test ride

However, there were a few things that we were unhappy with. The position of the ignition key, for example. If you stop the motorcycle on an incline, where you’re supporting it with your right foot, there is no easy way for you to turn off the ignition. Being on the right-hand side, you have to let go of the right brake – and with your right foot tied down to prop up the motorcycle, you lose braking and set off into a roll. Yes, you can try reaching the ignition with your left hand, but that is quite a stretch. The inclusion of an engine-kill switch would have been helpful here. Overall fit and finish of the motorcycle too could have been better.

These minor niggles aside, the Hero Xtreme Sports is impressive as a package though. Our grouses can be filed under classic nitpicking, for this is a smart motorcycle and doesn’t disappoint in any aspect in its role as a premium commuter. With a reliable engine, great design and sporty appeal, this Hero is definitely great value for money.