Hero Honda Karizma was a premium motorcycle manufactured by Hero Honda. It was first launched in May 2003, given a facelifted update with some change in graphics in 2006. After that the Hero Honda was given a cosmetic upgrade and relaunched as Karizma R in 2007. In September 2009, it was supplemented by another variant Karizma ZMR with programmed fuel injection in 2009. The production of this motorcycle stopped in 2019 due to poor sales and it was relaunched on 29 August 2023 as the Karizma XMR.
Design
Karizma has been designed specifically for the Indian market.[1] The styling is inspired by Honda CBF600.[2] The instrument panel and the tank recesses are also designed keeping their functionality in mind.[2]
Engine
Karizma has Honda's original tried and tested, but slightly detuned version of 223 cc SOHC air-cooled engine