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Hero MotoCorp is revving up its global ambitions.
The company has entered Germany, through a distribution partnership with Austria-based KSR Group.
KSR Group imports and distributes motorcycles, scooters, ATVs, and other mobility vehicles across Europe, giving Hero access to an established dealer network.
The launch lineup: Hero is launching two adventure motorcycles in Germany: the XPulse 200 4V (€2,990) and the XPulse 200 Pro (€3,290), both built to meet Europe's latest Euro 5+ emission standards.
Both bikes come with anti-lock braking (ABS), Bluetooth navigation, LED headlights, and suspension designed for rough roads.
The XPulse 200 Pro is aimed at more serious off-road riders, with higher ground clearance and a more rugged suspension setup.
Hero will initially retail the bikes through 28+ sales and service outlets across Germany, with plans to expand the network further.
Why Germany matters: as per the company, its entry into Europe's largest economy strengthens its presence in the region after expanding into Italy, Spain, France, and the UK.
To attract buyers, the company is offering a 5-year warranty.
The move also builds on Hero's wider global footprint. The company says it has been the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for 25 years, operates in 53 countries, serves 130+ million customers, and is expanding its EV business through VIDA, alongside partnerships with Harley-Davidson and Zero Motorcycles.
Bigger landscape: Hero is entering Europe's largest two-wheeler market at an interesting time. After sales plunged 27.8% in 2025 due to weak consumer demand and high inflation, Germany's motorcycle market is showing signs of recovery.
In the first five months of 2026, overall two-wheeler sales have rebounded 23.5%, while electric two-wheeler sales have surged 49.2%. Over the longer term, Germany's motorcycle market is also expected to grow from $7.9 billion in 2024 to $11.4 billion by 2032.
Hero is betting that entering now will help it build a foothold as both the market and consumer demand gather momentum.
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