I live in an area where the signal is too low that I can only watch videos in 144p. But since TFT has uploaded, I rode to the town just to download this in 1080p. Big fan of yours. Keep going TFT. ❤️
Tested positive for covid 19 and in quarantine from 2weeks. RUclips suggested me ur 2017 tour playlist. And started to watch it. Im feel excited, thrilled, motivated,scared,inspired. Everything. Man you are awesome. I just want to go around on my bike like you. And I will do it for sure.Haven’t seen such beautiful breathtaking videos ever in my life. Thank you so much and all the best brother. Love you
Bought my own xpulse 5 days ago. I live in Himachal and am an architect. This bike is so underrated. I haven't seen a second one in my area since I bought mine. Have done 550 kms in just 5 days. Loving the bike. The only gripe is the subpar low beam intensity. Rest it's an awesome machine. Not meant for hooning around but certainly a good highway companion. Also is quite fun on the twisties as long as you keep it within it's limits and manage your expectations. Off road on this machine is a cake walk. Way better than the utterly cumbersome Himalayan. Nice to see this machine being appreciated by a like minded person. Cheers mate.
@@aakashgaikwad468 It's comfortable at speeds of up to 100. beyond that its feels stressed. Windblast is not that high. If you get an after market windshield, you'll be completely isolated. A word of caution though, it is effected by cross winds on highways. Not that much as to bother you but you do feel it. It's un and stable in twisties, will put a smile on your face.
what I really like about TFF is that he reports things as they are and there is no dramatisation of anything. He is a good man and that comes through. I became a huge fan after I watched his Tibet series - it was almost like I saw tibet through his eyes and lens. His camerawork is excellent and artistic and the editing slick. One of the better you tubers going. Once this corona menace is over, Im looking forward to seeing more places through his lens.
We can make it with any bikes, its all about the comfortance a bike should give to an rider and the mutual understanding.. This xpulse has found a best companion who uses it at it’s best 🤩😍
such a clean narration as always and beautifully captured moments Driving a small ADV like Hero Xpulse 200 on a highway for 475 km is just budget friendly as well as a delightful journey Loved your vlog as usual See you bro Take care
I have been following you from < 20k subscribers, still I couldn't spot a negative comment. That's shows your personality and video quality... No drama, gimmick s just surreal stuff
Such beautiful roads and the ability of the bike well expressed. Even I had a doubt whether one could ride for a stretch of 200+ kms. Thanks for explaining it in such a sweet style.
We have RUclipsrs getting fancy ADVs like tiger and all and saying “ummm...1250 GS is more capable and bla bla”...our bhai here takes his 200 cc xpulse and rides 475km in a day like a boss! Its not the size of the dog...its the fight in it that matters! You go brother! Respect!
This guy was the first youtuber i ever started watching to be honest. That time i didnt know much about comment and all and used to think it was paid. it feels good after coming back to this channel after 3 years. I truly liked his video since he had that thunderbird bike.
I don't know why this channel is so under rated.. I mean TFT is the best travel vlog channel I have come across.. The choice of some AWESOME background sound, the view, all feels as if I myself am travelling with him virtually.
Your videos doesn't need to be fancy. Just a notification and I stop everything that I am doing and get right to it. It's always a pleasure watching ...
@@maadhujovi9528 no problem at all man. Runs super fine . I also came to kerala recently from Karnataka during the lockdown. Best investment ever. Mine is BS4.
This video was nothing fancy but the vibes and feeling and heart and passion were at height. These videos are very relaxing to my mind when I watch them late night
I own a BS 4 HIMALAYAN ABS, it's been just 7k kms on the odo and it's clutch disc was worn out and I was in the middle of a trip. Your videos are making me buy an Xpulse 200 because of the reliability, practicality and affordability
This is my first time watching your video. I see myself in you. Just be calm and grind the miles.... Planning to buy Xpulse do the moto vlog like this. Hope I can do this. I'm a very shy guy.
Nice Video. No unnecessary hyperbole or criticism. Good that it is in English, not that I am anti Hindi, but the Hindi videos are full of BS. I wish you hadn't put background music. The sound of the XPulse engine is quite a treat to the ears. But your video is yours and your wish. I respect that.
It is always a pleasant to look through your eyes... fan from Vellore ... looking forward for lot more and honestly I m becoming fan of Xpulse from the time I am watching your videos
Your GoPro frame setting is good one which also covers the speedo, (which normally ppl do not give attention to and which is required to enjoy the video)
No fancy dramas.. No click bait thumbnails.... 100k+ subscribers ... Thats TFT.... i started to watch your videos from your Northeast trip...till now you are my favourite.... wishing to meet you somewhere in the highway roads in an unplanned manner......thats my dream...and i believe thats the best way to meet too.... :)
I did the same route in a pulsar 150 in 2017, Amazing route, only the Bangalore and Chennai traffic is slightly annoying, rest all fine.. I did it in about 10 hours in total including all breaks.. lovely ride it was.. kind of nostalgic watching you take this route..
This is the 1st video that im seeing in yours when i seen half of the video im subscribed ur channel Superb content And ultimate videography Love u brooooooo💓❤❤❤❤
you both are Hero... i rode it almost 400km in a single day and out of it 150 km was hills/off road. definitely it's reliable, comfortable(after seat modification) and pocket friendly. only headlight is pathetic.
I just did a solo trip on my three month old black Xpulse 200 (Bathory). Mumbai-Belgaum 500 kms; Belgaum-South Goa, Goa-Jog Falls, Jog Falls-Chikmaglur, Chikmaglur-Bengaluru, Bengaluru-Hampi, Hampi-Dandeli, Dandeli-Pune (450 kms) & Pune-Mumbai. Two journeys, one of around 500 kms which I did in 10 hrs due to darkness early morning, and other of 450 kms which I did in around 7 hours, with maximum speed of 105, and average speed is a math question. Lol. All in all, quite a smooth ride. Missed the 6th gear. Seat is uncomfortable (despite having a Hero seat cover) but riding pants helped cushion.
Bro waiting for video like since lot days 😍 love from Visakhapatnam I subscribed more than 10 motovloggers but only I see your videos because you don't speak nonsense and you are the real motovlogger and my inspiration bro 😍
Big Brother you should get a Art Motorcycles handlebar for this baby. Believe me it's very sturdy and makes Riding posture very upright and comfortable. And you'll get a lot of space to put all the switches and phone and camera mounts as well...
Thanks for the suggestion. Considered it. But, I've got handlebar risers on, so won't make sense to use a tall handlebar on this bike. Might make some tweaks, but without raising the height any further. That's the current thought process, at least.
@@TollFreeTraveller : Yes with handlebar raisers there is no point putting that tall handlebar. I was talking about without raisers. And as it's a rally handlebar its very strong. in case if you take this baby on off roading. that handlebar will give you a big relief...
@@TollFreeTraveller : If you're planning a Goa trip anytime in future. Come to Belgaum (Karnataka). And mail me or ping me on Instagram @the_wild_pitbull. I'll be honoured to host you and take you to some unexplored places around here.
I did BLR Goa in 2005 on a Honda Unicorn 150, accompanied by a Yamaha RX100. Four of us. :-D Route taken was Tumakuru, Tiptur, Bhadravati, Sagara, Honnavara, Murudeshwar, Gokarna Karwar, Madgaon, Panaji and Calangute.
I have also faced the same issue on the xpluse. Later I used my friend air seat. It was best of any other seat. It cost around 2K. Really value for the money. Pls try air seat. Every one can ride ALL DAY LONG.
This is For XPulse Tourers - Sprocketing for taller gear ratio for highway rides / touring I have a 2022 Xpulse 200 4v. As we know it touches 90kmph speed at around 6000 rpm. As we know peak torque comes in at around 6500 rpm. Any engine would operate at its peak efficiency around the RPM where it makes peak torque. Beyond this the engine wouldn't be operating efficiently. Also it would be healthy to operate it within this RPM especially for long durations. I wanted to cruise comfortably at around 100kmph especially since I do frequent long rides like Bangalore to Kanyakumari for instance which is around 700km. I recently change my stock chain sprocket set with the one which comes with the XPULSE 200 2V model. Everything is same except the rear sprocket which is 38 tooth when compared to 4v model's 45tooth rear sprocket. As per calculation it results in 15% taller gearing which yields 15% higher top speed. Tested it for around 500 kms before writing this. The initial pick up is slightly compromised. So it would'nt be great for hard core dirt track riders or racers. But for touring it is awesome. I am now able to touch close to 90kmph at around 5000 rpm and 104 kmph at around 6000 rpm. The engine runs in a cool manner and this would be due to bike making more speed with lesser engine RPM. Gears and Speed: The feel in 1st and 2nd gears are almost same except for slightly lesser pickup. In 3rd gear you have to use it till 40 to 45kmph speed and then can shift to 4th gear 45 to 60 - 65 kmph in 4th gear and after that can go to 5th gear. It takes a little bit time to get used to this different feel. As the engine has good amount of bottom and mid range torque the taller gearing doesn't seem to be a problem. Mileage: If I cruise at 90 to 100 kmph speed I am getting around 50+ kmpl mileage. Gear Indicator : Problem is that the gear indicator doesn't show accurate gears. This is because hero doesn't use a sensor to detect gear position. The ECM calculates speed and engine rpm and arrives at the gear number. This is the reason gear indicator goes blank whenever we press the clutch lever. Conclusion: This would be helpful for those who love long rides and touring. The engine runs cool, better mileage, much smoother as it is running at lower rpm at given speed. Will be able to use each gears for a wider range of speed. Gives more flexibility for different kind of roads. For instance on small state highways with lot of twisties I could go upto 4th gear as I couldn't cross 60 to 65 kmph speed in such roads. It was good feel. I got the 2v sprocket from here - sparify.co/.../hero-x-pulse-200-200fi-rolon-chain... which seems to be a lot more cheaper than from the service center.
I live in an area where the signal is too low that I can only watch videos in 144p. But since TFT has uploaded, I rode to the town just to download this in 1080p.
Big fan of yours. Keep going TFT. ❤️
Every excuse for a ride is good enough :)
Thank you so much. Hope you enjoyed the video
I too watch TFT videos only on 1080 resolution
Rayappa nee poliyada muthe..
@@roshanvs6313 Daivame, Malayali. ❤️🤩
Tested positive for covid 19 and in quarantine from 2weeks. RUclips suggested me ur 2017 tour playlist. And started to watch it. Im feel excited, thrilled, motivated,scared,inspired. Everything. Man you are awesome. I just want to go around on my bike like you. And I will do it for sure.Haven’t seen such beautiful breathtaking videos ever in my life. Thank you so much and all the best brother. Love you
Get well Soon Bro
Take care brother
Get well soon
Thank you so much. Wish you a speedy recovery. These are trying times and your positivity is inspiring.
👍👍
Its quite rare to find a motovlogger with some soulfulness. Not much drama, just a normal bike ride. But still awesome somehow. 😊🙏🏼
I appreciate that!
Says nothing fancy and then goes on to take stunning frames... Just TFT things 😂
Yeah, I was feeling the same, no unwanted chats, just covering necessary things
true 😂
Truee😂
Comment deserves a like
@@viewfrommyvisor Bhai bhai bhai
Bought my own xpulse 5 days ago. I live in Himachal and am an architect. This bike is so underrated. I haven't seen a second one in my area since I bought mine. Have done 550 kms in just 5 days. Loving the bike. The only gripe is the subpar low beam intensity. Rest it's an awesome machine. Not meant for hooning around but certainly a good highway companion. Also is quite fun on the twisties as long as you keep it within it's limits and manage your expectations. Off road on this machine is a cake walk. Way better than the utterly cumbersome Himalayan. Nice to see this machine being appreciated by a like minded person. Cheers mate.
I have to buy this what about your opinion for long route and highways
How about suspension if one has back problem, ?
@@alexnickson5927 suspension is plush on even broken roads. even I have lower back problem so I know for fact it keeps you comfortable .
@@aakashgaikwad468 It's comfortable at speeds of up to 100. beyond that its feels stressed. Windblast is not that high. If you get an after market windshield, you'll be completely isolated. A word of caution though, it is effected by cross winds on highways. Not that much as to bother you but you do feel it. It's un and stable in twisties, will put a smile on your face.
You made any custom changes in bike
what I really like about TFF is that he reports things as they are and there is no dramatisation of anything. He is a good man and that comes through. I became a huge fan after I watched his Tibet series - it was almost like I saw tibet through his eyes and lens. His camerawork is excellent and artistic and the editing slick. One of the better you tubers going. Once this corona menace is over, Im looking forward to seeing more places through his lens.
One of the best Xpulse long ride videos. No non-sense, to the point on things that matter. Well done!
We can make it with any bikes, its all about the comfortance a bike should give to an rider and the mutual understanding.. This xpulse has found a best companion who uses it at it’s best 🤩😍
True that!
such a clean narration as always and beautifully captured moments
Driving a small ADV like Hero Xpulse 200 on a highway for 475 km is just budget friendly as well as a delightful journey
Loved your vlog as usual
See you bro Take care
Thank you!
With xpulse 2004v Bro I want to do long ride 570km from Orang to Gangtok in single day with pillion and luggage=150kg approx,Can I do it?
you're the hans zimmer of biking, you bring life to everything, changed my view on xpluse. hope to ride with you one day. baby steps right now.
Cool, no nonsense simple content. Way to go TFT!!..keep the good times rolling🤘
Thank you
Rohit u've made me feel good inbetween my CA exam pressure
Did you pass?
Riding a HERO so "WALK LIKE A HERO".. This is my favourite YT channel.
Hahaha. Thank you
@@TollFreeTraveller where i can get the handle raiser.
Though you mentioned it is not cinematic, it was pleasure watching and was waiting for such video since al long time.
So glad to hear that! Thank you
I have been following you from < 20k subscribers, still I couldn't spot a negative comment. That's shows your personality and video quality... No drama, gimmick s just surreal stuff
Such beautiful roads and the ability of the bike well expressed. Even I had a doubt whether one could ride for a stretch of 200+ kms. Thanks for explaining it in such a sweet style.
We have RUclipsrs getting fancy ADVs like tiger and all and saying “ummm...1250 GS is more capable and bla bla”...our bhai here takes his 200 cc xpulse and rides 475km in a day like a boss! Its not the size of the dog...its the fight in it that matters! You go brother! Respect!
Your voice is so silken! I could sit and listen to it all day long!
This guy was the first youtuber i ever started watching to be honest. That time i didnt know much about comment and all and used to think it was paid. it feels good after coming back to this channel after 3 years. I truly liked his video since he had that thunderbird bike.
The most on point moto vlogger on RUclips. Appreciate your effort. Waiting for more videos.
I don't know why this channel is so under rated.. I mean TFT is the best travel vlog channel I have come across.. The choice of some AWESOME background sound, the view, all feels as if I myself am travelling with him virtually.
TBH I kind of missed these classic TFT vlogs with the soothing music! Great job Rohit!
Thanks a ton
Your videos doesn't need to be fancy. Just a notification and I stop everything that I am doing and get right to it. It's always a pleasure watching ...
Wow. SO lovely to hear this
"NOTHING FANCY" your simplicity and honesty in every video is great....
Yes yes yes.
I got my xpulse from Tirunelveli. Ride to Bangalore 600 + kms. Did the first service on the second day.❤️
hey man hows thr bike?got any problems?
@@maadhujovi9528 no problem at all man. Runs super fine . I also came to kerala recently from Karnataka during the lockdown.
Best investment ever.
Mine is BS4.
Great...😄😄im from kerala
What's the mileage? Before first service and after service?
@@amitupadhyay6768 never checked. Roughly 40+
Not a single word was redundant ...all matter of fact.....I think I found a reviewer I can trust...
Excellent review, no yelling, very clear and precise. Thank you!
This video was nothing fancy but the vibes and feeling and heart and passion were at height. These videos are very relaxing to my mind when I watch them late night
Glad you enjoyed it!
TFT videos are like rays of sunshine on a cloudy day.. occasional but heartwarming..💞🔥 Rock on fellow rider..🤘🏻
Hahaha. Thank you, Aashish
The 'intro B-roll' is the best, and everything else
Hahaha
I have been following you since you were less than 5k subs, your channel has grown and you deserve every sub.
he is the most genuine moto blogger i had seen..keep going bro😊👍
Thanks a ton
Its amazing to see roads that you frequent on your favourite moto-vlogger's channel!
Love that perspective!
Thanks to you, the bike is going to get more buyers
Something good deserves nothing less :D
Hate ppl who dislike a video without even watching it fully.. Especially for brilliant content like this.
karthik448 annoys the hell out of me!
Man ...there are so many blogger..but ur travel video is like meditation for me...so relaxing.great job bro
Thank you
It felt so good to see this intro. It's been a while I guess❤️
The kind of videos I love - peaceful, less noisy & serene..
I own a BS 4 HIMALAYAN ABS, it's been just 7k kms on the odo and it's clutch disc was worn out and I was in the middle of a trip. Your videos are making me buy an Xpulse 200 because of the reliability, practicality and affordability
This is my first time watching your video. I see myself in you. Just be calm and grind the miles.... Planning to buy Xpulse do the moto vlog like this. Hope I can do this. I'm a very shy guy.
India would be a dream ride
Just tuned in, From the Philippines 🇵🇭
Nice music pieces too, compliments the visuals. Safe riding!
Just now came across your videos and I regret missing your videos for so long
Ha, after a long time am more than happy to see your title card comrade. Rest is you always give us the best of the visual and storyline.
"I have done 500kms a day on splendour plus with my dad."
Great bro..
Great man..... How are ur bums now?
@@AdilHusain like a rock 😂
Vera level
Mysur to Anantapur myself also
Nice video Bro. I had booked my Xpulse White and just cant wait to take the delivery of my motorbike.
Congratulations. Wish you many safe miles
@@TollFreeTraveller thanks bro.
Nice Video. No unnecessary hyperbole or criticism. Good that it is in English, not that I am anti Hindi, but the Hindi videos are full of BS. I wish you hadn't put background music. The sound of the XPulse engine is quite a treat to the ears. But your video is yours and your wish. I respect that.
We have the same blood brother! I.e., motorcycle passion, we love all of your content not just cinematics...
Thank you so much
feels so mind relaxing to watch your travel vlogs bro......god bless...
Glad you like them!
It is always a pleasant to look through your eyes... fan from Vellore ... looking forward for lot more and honestly I m becoming fan of Xpulse from the time I am watching your videos
Waiting for my xpulse!!
Order few days back and will reach in like 3-4 days.
All thanks to you 😌.
congrats on finishing another series and an epic adventure ride
Cool bro it was a stunning trip... Happy to see you back home safely
The music in this vlog was very tasteful and made this video even more pleasant to watch
Music details?
Your GoPro frame setting is good one which also covers the speedo, (which normally ppl do not give attention to and which is required to enjoy the video)
I like the intro music .... soothing....
Love the contents you create ❤️
After a long time, the TFT I love
Only two channels to watch..itchy boots & toll free traveller👍👍
this is a borderline ASMR channel and I'm all for it!!! 🤗
No fancy dramas.. No click bait thumbnails.... 100k+ subscribers ... Thats TFT.... i started to watch your videos from your Northeast trip...till now you are my favourite.... wishing to meet you somewhere in the highway roads in an unplanned manner......thats my dream...and i believe thats the best way to meet too.... :)
Absolutely. Thank you for being a part of this journey and I hope that our paths cross soon
Generally I don't subscribe channels instantly.... but one video was enough to subscribe you....such a class apart creater
Thank you. It's great to have you here
His Vlogs showcase Beauty with simplicity 👍
THank you
Very nice journey home. Glad you got home safely and you had a good trip and your bike exceeded your expectations.
Thank you. A lovely first ride with this new motorcycle, for sure.
You have something serene about your vlogs..keep it up. Always looking forward to more 👍
Says nothing fancy, nothing cinematic but every frame what TFT shows is 🔥🔥
Sir your video just touches the heart and that is the best part.Its a wonderful feeling watching you n your bike,that connection is superb.❤❤❤❤🙏
Just like old time
Nothing cinematic just riding with pleasant music
Love it🥰
Thank you
Just started yesterday watching ur vlogs n its awsome .... am a big fan of xpulse too ...
Looks like the only time you need GPS is when you're about to reach home :D
Hahahaha. So true!
You are one of those rare bikers using the Right Riding Kit. 👍
I did the same route in a pulsar 150 in 2017, Amazing route, only the Bangalore and Chennai traffic is slightly annoying, rest all fine.. I did it in about 10 hours in total including all breaks.. lovely ride it was.. kind of nostalgic watching you take this route..
The traffic definitely can be annoying. But the highway is nice before and after.
Stay blessed as always man
Thank you
This is the 1st video that im seeing in yours when i seen half of the video im subscribed ur channel
Superb content
And ultimate videography
Love u brooooooo💓❤❤❤❤
Thank you and great to have you here.
Finally after so long time your video come .love all your video
THank you
Awesome channel. Keep posting.Lov ur work
Ur videos are truly inspirational 😃
Good one Rohith. After a long time the intro is back. 👍🏻👍🏻
Dude, because of you I am planning to buy the xpulse
you both are Hero... i rode it almost 400km in a single day and out of it 150 km was hills/off road. definitely it's reliable, comfortable(after seat modification) and pocket friendly. only headlight is pathetic.
Hahaha. The headlight could have been better, but it's been much better than what I had on my RE.
I just did a solo trip on my three month old black Xpulse 200 (Bathory). Mumbai-Belgaum 500 kms; Belgaum-South Goa, Goa-Jog Falls, Jog Falls-Chikmaglur, Chikmaglur-Bengaluru, Bengaluru-Hampi, Hampi-Dandeli, Dandeli-Pune (450 kms) & Pune-Mumbai. Two journeys, one of around 500 kms which I did in 10 hrs due to darkness early morning, and other of 450 kms which I did in around 7 hours, with maximum speed of 105, and average speed is a math question. Lol. All in all, quite a smooth ride. Missed the 6th gear. Seat is uncomfortable (despite having a Hero seat cover) but riding pants helped cushion.
Though it's not cinematic. we always love the way of Rohith narrating a vlog. Well made .💕
Thank you so much 😀
I like your videos. God bless you my friend. Best regards from Bolivia.
Boy oh boy waited for this video
You say nothing cinematic nothing fancy and then the beautiful music starts with great highway shots😅😅
Great video
Hahahaha. THank you
Happy to see tft doing triple digit speeds on highways without vibes
I love your simple vloging
Thank you 😊
0:23 very happy our dzükou is included in your vlog intro🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼😊😁
U sure it was Dzukou? I only see long grass, could be anywhere
Bro waiting for video like since lot days 😍 love from Visakhapatnam
I subscribed more than 10 motovloggers but only I see your videos because you don't speak nonsense and you are the real motovlogger and my inspiration bro 😍
Thank you so much. Glad you enjoy these videos and appreciate the genuineness
Hi bro, Your input regarding xpulse after 2years of your experience
Big Brother you should get a Art Motorcycles handlebar for this baby. Believe me it's very sturdy and makes Riding posture very upright and comfortable. And you'll get a lot of space to put all the switches and phone and camera mounts as well...
Thanks for the suggestion. Considered it. But, I've got handlebar risers on, so won't make sense to use a tall handlebar on this bike. Might make some tweaks, but without raising the height any further. That's the current thought process, at least.
@@TollFreeTraveller : Yes with handlebar raisers there is no point putting that tall handlebar. I was talking about without raisers. And as it's a rally handlebar its very strong. in case if you take this baby on off roading. that handlebar will give you a big relief...
@@TollFreeTraveller : If you're planning a Goa trip anytime in future. Come to Belgaum (Karnataka).
And mail me or ping me on Instagram @the_wild_pitbull. I'll be honoured to host you and take you to some unexplored places around here.
Your narration and background music is cool enough 😁
I did BLR Goa in 2005 on a Honda Unicorn 150, accompanied by a Yamaha RX100. Four of us. :-D Route taken was Tumakuru, Tiptur, Bhadravati, Sagara, Honnavara, Murudeshwar, Gokarna Karwar, Madgaon, Panaji and Calangute.
I have also faced the same issue on the xpluse. Later I used my friend air seat. It was best of any other seat. It cost around 2K. Really value for the money. Pls try air seat. Every one can ride ALL DAY LONG.
Exactly the video i was looking for, thank you :)
No nonsense straight to the point vlog
Why i am not able to find any other channel which has no nonsense stuff and genuine travelogs like you???
Watch India in Motion channel , you will be mesmerized.
Done so well. Thanks for sharing.
I like your vlogging style.... no shouting no haloo fraands😉 no ye lelo yo lelo simple and crisp with stunning view. Subscribing rightaway.👍
Thank you
This is For XPulse Tourers - Sprocketing for taller gear ratio for highway rides / touring
I have a 2022 Xpulse 200 4v. As we know it touches 90kmph speed at around 6000 rpm. As we know peak torque comes in at around 6500 rpm. Any engine would operate at its peak efficiency around the RPM where it makes peak torque. Beyond this the engine wouldn't be operating efficiently. Also it would be healthy to operate it within this RPM especially for long durations. I wanted to cruise comfortably at around 100kmph especially since I do frequent long rides like Bangalore to Kanyakumari for instance which is around 700km. I recently change my stock chain sprocket set with the one which comes with the XPULSE 200 2V model. Everything is same except the rear sprocket which is 38 tooth when compared to 4v model's 45tooth rear sprocket. As per calculation it results in 15% taller gearing which yields 15% higher top speed. Tested it for around 500 kms before writing this. The initial pick up is slightly compromised. So it would'nt be great for hard core dirt track riders or racers. But for touring it is awesome. I am now able to touch close to 90kmph at around 5000 rpm and 104 kmph at around 6000 rpm. The engine runs in a cool manner and this would be due to bike making more speed with lesser engine RPM.
Gears and Speed:
The feel in 1st and 2nd gears are almost same except for slightly lesser pickup.
In 3rd gear you have to use it till 40 to 45kmph speed and then can shift to 4th gear
45 to 60 - 65 kmph in 4th gear and after that can go to 5th gear.
It takes a little bit time to get used to this different feel.
As the engine has good amount of bottom and mid range torque the taller gearing doesn't seem to be a problem.
Mileage:
If I cruise at 90 to 100 kmph speed I am getting around 50+ kmpl mileage.
Gear Indicator :
Problem is that the gear indicator doesn't show accurate gears. This is because hero doesn't use a sensor to detect gear position. The ECM calculates speed and engine rpm and arrives at the gear number. This is the reason gear indicator goes blank whenever we press the clutch lever.
Conclusion:
This would be helpful for those who love long rides and touring. The engine runs cool, better mileage, much smoother as it is running at lower rpm at given speed. Will be able to use each gears for a wider range of speed. Gives more flexibility for different kind of roads. For instance on small state highways with lot of twisties I could go upto 4th gear as I couldn't cross 60 to 65 kmph speed in such roads. It was good feel. I got the 2v sprocket from here - sparify.co/.../hero-x-pulse-200-200fi-rolon-chain... which seems to be a lot more cheaper than from the service center.