Key highlights
- Hero Xtreme 250R recently launched in India at Rs 1.80 lakh
- Competes with rivals like Bajaj Dominar 250
- Check out the detailed comparison of price and specifications
Hero Xtreme 250R made its debut in the Indian market recently at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. With a new powerful engine and revised specifications, the new Xtreme 250R competes with the Bajaj Dominar 250 head-on. We compare both motorcycles in our detailed comparison below for their differences in pricing and specifications.
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Hero Xtreme 250R vs Bajaj Dominar 250 – which is better?
Price comparison
Hero Motocorp knows that the 250cc naked bike segment in India is tough and therefore the pricing of the Xtreme 250R has been kept aggressive. It is positioned at Rs 1.80 lakh ex-showroom. Meanwhile, the Bajaj Dominar 250, despite being an old offering, is positioned at Rs 1,80,158 ex-showroom. While the difference is only marginal, the new tech and features of the Xtreme make it a better value on paper.
Specifications comparison
The major improvement that the Xtreme moniker has witnessed is in its specification department. It not only gets a bigger engine but the overall components have been revised for better performance. A detailed difference between both motorcycles is as follows:
| Specifications | Bajaj Dominar 250 | Hero Xtreme 250R |
| Max Power | 26.63 bhp @ 8,500 rpm | 29.5 bhp @ 9,250 rpm |
| Max Torque | 23.5 Nm @ 6,500 rpm | 25 Nm @ 7,250 rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed (wet clutch) | 6-speed |
| Mileage (ARAI-claimed) | 32 km/l | NA |
| Fuel Tank | 13 litres | 11 litres |
| Ground Clearance | 157 mm | 167 mm |
| Seat Height | 800 mm | 806 mm |
| Front Brake | 300 mm | 320 mm |
| Rear Brake | 230 mm | 230 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 180 kg | 167.7 kg |
| Front Suspension | 37 mm USD forks | 43 mm USD forks |
| Rear Suspension | Adjustable Monoshock | 6-step adjustable Monoshock |
As visible, it is the Hero Xtreme 250R that offers a better proposition in terms of engine, specifications, and power. It is not only more powerful than the Dominar but it is lighter and has bigger brakes for better control.
Meanwhile, the Dominar 250 delivers the peak power and torque at lower rpms for better cruising capabilities. Additionally, its big fuel tank translates into long riding range; helping in long touring.
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Our verdict
We are yet to ride the new Xtreme 250R but the motorcycle surely looks intimidating in design, while its specifications hint at quick performance. Stay tuned to shifting-gears for the exclusive review of the new Xtreme 250R.