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IN ITS SQUEAKY-CLEAN AVATAR THE XPULSE RADIATES AN AIR OF A THRIFTY explorer’s favourite weapon of fun. Look at the stance offered by the 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheel combination. With its ready-to-take-on-anything attitude, the styling is best described as “retro classic meets off-road practicality”. A retro, round, full-LED headlamp sits atop the long, spindly, gaiter-clad fork. While illumination is just about average, it does contribute to the Xpulse’s personality. The fuel-tank holds 13 litres; that is two more than the Impulse. At about three-quarters of the tank’s length, the seat begins and extends all the way to the tail section. The side and sub-frame panels have a simple design that is more practical than pleasing to the eye. Hero have also done a commendable job by equipping