Hero Splendor

2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0When compared to rivals like Honda Shine 100 and Bajaj Platina 100, 2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0 emerges as the most feature-loaded productWorld’s largest motorcycle and scooter manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, has launched a new top-spec version of its golden goose. Of course, we’re talking about Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0 which was launched recently. Hero has added a lot of new and trendy features, along with mild revisions to its design and appearance.2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0 WalkaroundAs seen in the video by Technical SHT, Hero Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 still maintains its overall commuter silhouette with minimal flashiness (by budget commuter standards). Splendor is a very important motorcycle for Hero MotoCorp and adhering to brand identity and building on this rock-solid foundation is paramount.2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0Hero is doing just that and has tweaked the Splendor+ design in the new top-spec XTEC 2.0 variant. The changes are in a positive direction and will appeal to the target demographic. This new XTEC 2.0 variant commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Splendor brand, which is the world’s best-selling motorcycle range.2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0Catering to a new range of tech-savvy commuter motorcycle buyers, XTEC 2.0 variant packs LED headlights or as Hero calls it, “High-Intensity Position Lamp (HIPL)” technology and it is complemented by a new H-shaped LED DRL signature. The vertical LED DRL elements align with the bike’s telescopic front forks too, when looking from the front. Nice![embedded content]In previous Splendor+ XTEC, LED DRL was a horizontal element on top of the headlight, integrated into its cowl. Bike gets a dedicated high-beam pass switch (rocker) along with a dedicated hazard light switch. Hazard light on a 100cc budget commuter. What a brave new world! Rear tail light, side body panels and rear tail end are ever-so-slightly tweaked.2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.0Fuel tank is still metallic and has a 3D Hero chrome badge. It carries new graphics on this Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 variant. Rear grab rail looks like it is slightly smaller in size than its predecessor and the bike still gets features like an engine guard, Type-A USB port, side-stand cut-off switch and a fully digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth support.Mechanicals unchangedThere are three colours with Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 – Matte Grey, Gloss Black, and Gloss Red. The Gloss Black shade seen in the video looks very stealthy and clean. Componentry is the same as before with 18-inch alloy wheels shod with 80/100-18 tubeless tyres at both ends, drum brakes at both ends with ISG (Integrated Braking System).2024 Hero Splendor XTEC 2.02024 Hero Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 continues to be powered by the same 100cc engine that delivers 7.9 BHP of peak power at 8000 RPM and a maximum torque of 8.05 Nm at 6000 RPM. There is a 4-speed gearbox on offer, channelling power to the rear wheel. Hero promises a 73 km/l mileage (fuel efficiency) with this bike and the asking price is Rs. 82,911 (ex-sh). More

2023 Hero Splendor Sports Edition – render by Kobeyo CustomsSplendor Sports Edition render by Kobeyo Customs is based on a Splendor+ with a 97.2cc engine generating 7.95 bhp and 8.05 Nm, mated to a 4-speed gearboxHero MotoCorp is renowned for its budget commuters. They are the undisputed champion and their biggest sales generator is Splendor. Hero never forayed into the sporty neo-retro Cafe Racer genre, except it did. But not in a way you would have liked, though. Because Hero based its cafe racer on Splendor Pro and named it Splendor Pro Classic.It didn’t sell as much as Hero would have liked. Kobeyo Customs has come up with their version of Hero Cafe Racer named Splendor Sports Edition based on Splendor+. We think this is what Splendor Pro Classic should have been from day one. Let’s take a look.Splendor Sports Edition RenderFor starters, Kobeyo Customs seem to be big fan of Triumph Motorcycles. That’s where most of the parts are cut and pasted on this Splendor Sports Edition render. Sticking with the end result, we should say that it looks very appealing, certainly for a Splendor+ on which it is based. New mono-tone colours without Hero’s infamous stickers would look even nicer.Kobeyo Customs has used Triumph Street Triple’s front USD telescopic forks, front and rear alloy wheels, stubby exhaust system along with handlebar. With them, Splendor Sports Edition render has a dual disc setup at the front, a boomerang-shaped aluminium swingarm, and fatter tyres. Splendor’s 100cc engine would definitely struggle to just pull these fat tyres.2023 Hero Splendor Sports Edition – render by Kobeyo CustomsBut as a concept rendered, it looks stunning. Kobeyo has lifted seats, rear subframe and tail right off a Triumph Scrambler and pasted it on their Splendor Sports Edition render. The split seats don’t have a step. Front headlight cowl is slightly elongated and lends a faux windscreen effect.Kobeyo re-touched some of the components like the fuel tank and some other body panels. All these combined, it looks like Splendor+ went through a breakup and hit the gym probably three times a day. This lends a perspective of a cafe racer from Hero MotoCorp based on its 160cc or even its new 210cc platform.Why did Hero’s first Cafe Racer fail?To Hero’s credit, the company didn’t just slap a rear seat cowl on Splendor Pro and call it a day. Instead, Hero gave it a round headlight, single-seat with backrest, round ORVMs, minimal body panels, a new subframe and a new tail. Instead of being the style statement for Splendor buyers, Splendor Pro Classic was an absolute disaster.For people in the market for a budget commuter, it lacked Splendor’s practicality. For people looking for an enthusiast cafe racer, Splendor Pro Classic was just a glorified 100cc Splendor. Hero discontinued it in 2017. Back when it was on sale, Splendor Pro Classic packed a 97cc engine generating 8.1 bhp of power and 8.07 Nm of torque, mated to a 4-speed gearbox.Disclaimer – Design renders presented in this blog are solely for illustrative purposes and have not been commissioned, approved, or endorsed by the manufacturer. Designs presented here may not reflect the final product or the manufacturer’s intentions. The renders are provided as conceptual designs or artistic interpretations only, and their accuracy or feasibility cannot be guaranteed.Source More

The 125 cc engine on Hero Super Splendor XTEC is shared with Glamour XTEC, makes 10.7 bhp and 10.6 Nm and comes mated to a 5-speed gearbox2023 Hero Splendor 125cc XTECBeing the largest motorcycle manufacturer is not easy and Hero MotoCorp knows that very well. To retain that position, the company has to continually evolve and search for logical upgrades to keep its product lineup up to date. In that regard, Hero is taking a holistic approach by offering its XTEC suite of features to more and more vehicles.Hero Splendor 125cc XTEC PricesAfter offering XTEC on 100cc offerings like Splendor+, Hero has turned its gaze on Super Splendor, a 125cc offering. Super Splendor XTEC sits above Passion XTEC, a 110cc motorcycle. Prices start from Rs. 83,368 for drum brake variant and go till Rs. 87,268 for disc brake variant (both prices ex-sh).2023 Hero Splendor 125cc XTECThe motorcycle has been spotted at dealers. In the grand scheme of things under Hero’s lineup, Super Splendor XTEC sits beside Glamour XTEC with the same 124.7 cc engine. This engine has a bore of 52.4 mm and a stroke of 57.8 mm. It is capable of kicking out 10.7 bhp of power at 7500 RPM and 10.6 Nm of torque at 6000 RPM. Mated to a 5-speed gearbox, Super Splendor promises a fuel efficiency figure of 68 km/l.Targeting tech-savvy youngsters and first first-time motorcycle buyers, Hero MotoCorp promises ‘Super’ power, mileage, comfort and Super punch and style from its Super Splendor. Now that connectivity features along with more upmarket elements like a fully-digital instrument console adds a dash of futuristic appeal to this commuter.2023 Hero Splendor 125cc XTECXTEC suite of features from Hero MotoCorp includes a fully digital speedometer, low fuel indicator, service reminder, malfunction indicator and more essential utilities. Connectivity features with XTEC suite include Bluetooth pairing, call alert and SMS alert and more.New Splendor DesignComplementing its new connectivity features, Hero Splendor 125cc XTEC comes equipped with an LED headlamp, LED position lamp, and attractive graphics that are likely to appeal to the target audience. Adding to its appeal, is Hero’s wide-spread dealer and service network across length and breadth of India and brand value and resale value that Hero products usually command.Componentry includes an optional disc brake at front, rear drum brake, telescopic front forks, twin shock absorbers, alloy wheels finished in black, comfortable rider triangle and more. It primarily rivals Honda’s CB Shine 125cc and TVS Raider, which gets an even modern 5” TFT panel with GPS and more goodies.Ranjivjit Singh, Chief Growth Officer (CGO), Hero MotoCorp, said, “Hero MotoCorp has brought the finest range of cutting-edge, technologically advanced XTEC products in its portfolio of motorcycle and scooters and has created a distinct place for itself among riding enthusiasts in the country. And, with the introduction of the Super Splendor in XTEC avatar, we aim to redefine the experience in the 125cc segment. We are confident that the iconic Super Splendor in its new version is going to add to the growing appeal of our XTEC range of two-wheelers. With this product, we are presenting a whole package to our customers, that scores on connectivity, convenience and design.” More

Splendor Plus is one of the few products to come on a 100cc platform to offer more frugalityHero Splendor New Colour LaunchHero MotoCorp has knocked it out of the park completely when it comes to budget commuters. Rivals often seem like they’re not in the same league. Heck, some rivals don’t even feel like they’re in the same sport. Such is the popularity that revolves around Splendor’s name.A pedigree like this, often makes competitors yearn for more success. But, to keep themselves ahead like they are now, Hero offers a slew of colour choices, engine choices and even features like XTEC connectivity for Splendor range. A combination of which makes a product what it is today, a force to be reckoned with. To keep the winning streak going, Hero has now added a new colour. Let’s take a look.Hero Splendor New Colour – Silver Nexus BlueHero MotoCorp sold 2,86,007 units of Splendor in August 2022. This volume consists of all the motorcycles that fall under Splendor branding. Like Splendor Plus, Splendor Plus XTEC, Super Splendor and Splendor iSmart 110. Splendor is backed up by HF Deluxe, Passion and Glamour brands to make Hero MotoCorp undisputed king of budget commuters. Honda is coming up with a new 100cc bike too.To put it into context, Honda CB Shine takes second place and sold just 1,20,139 units in the same month with declining sales YoY. Compared to motorcycles, Honda has seen more success in the scooter segment. Any update, no matter how small, is quite a big thing for Splendor series considering the scale at which it sells.[embedded content][embedded content]In that light, Hero has added a fresh new colour palette to the mix. This new colour option was on offer a long time ago and has been added back into the mix recently. It gets a base silver colour, on which Hero branding is engulfed in Nexus blue shade. This Nexus Blue shade is further engulfed by a layer of dark grey and then, a dark olive green.Hero logo is integrated into its fuel tank graphics and is not a 3D metallic one. On the side panels, we can see Splendor+ badging along with i3S badging. i3S is Hero’s proprietary technology that enables stop-start functionality which further boosts fuel efficiency. Video is credited to Biker Mjk.Specs & FeaturesFor all you minimalism aficionados, Hero has a Matte Shield Gold shade that gets 3D Hero and Splendor+ lettering along with a single-tone gold palette. If you are willing to make your wallet lighter, Splendor Plus also gets an XTEC variant with a slew of connected features along with a fully digital instrument display. This bike gets a Canvas Black colour option that probably looks the neatest.Standard Splendor Plus gets a USB charger, 18” alloy wheels, a side stand indicator along with an engine cutoff sensor and switchable i3S tech. It is powered by a 97.2cc FI engine. It is capable of kicking out 7.9 bhp of power and 8.05 Nm of torque. This engine is coupled to a 4-speed gearbox. With this new colour, Hero is bringing back an iconic paint scheme. This might help Hero to eat further into the rival’s pies. As far as rivals are concerned, we have Bajaj Platina, Honda’s upcoming 100cc bike and then Hero’s own HF Deluxe in 100cc segment. More

Super Splendor is the result of Hero’s effort of expanding the popular Splendor brand to offer with 125cc engine2022 Hero Splendor 125cc Matte Black LaunchedHero MotoCorp is currently the highest-selling motorcycle brand in India. Driving the sales for Hero is the ever-popular Splendor series of commuter motorcycles. Splendor brand is a force to reckon with as sales continue to ramp up almost every month. To incorporate a 125 cc engine with its popular Splendor range, Hero created the Super Splendor 125.This formula has boosted Splendor series sales even further as seen in our top 10 motorcycles post. Super Splendor only gets a 125 cc engine while Splendor Plus only gets a 100 cc engine and Splendor iSmart 110 gets only a 110 cc engine establishing a clear distinction between the three. But now the flagship of Splendor series has gotten a new variant.Hero Splendor 125cc New Black ColourThe largest motorcycle company in India, recently took to social media to announce a new variant of Super Splendor 125. According to the teaser, it would be “All Black”. That is exactly what Hero MotoCorp has delivered. All Black variants seem to be inspired by Canvas Black colour shade offered with Splendor Plus.Till now, Super Splendor was offered in five different colour shades. They were Glaze Black, Dusky Black, Nexus Blue, Heavy Grey, and CB Red. But both the black shades offered before were not monotone black. They had accent colours and a lot of graphics. As we know, Hero leans too much on graphics to spruce up their products. But always end up overdoing it.2022 Hero Splendor 125cc Black Colour LaunchedBut Splendor Plus gets Canvas Black shade that is devoid of any graphics and looks super clean. Looking at Hero Splendor 125cc New Black, Hero seems to have taken the same route too. This new All Black shade also looks super clean without any graphics. The only thing that breaks its black monotone is Super Splendor 3D badge on the fuel tank and Hero badge on the side body panels.This new All Black variant is offered in two different finishes. One is a regular Gloss Black finish and the other is a super stealth Matt Black finish that adds a lot of elegance to the Super Splendor. If it was our money, we’d definitely bet on the Matt Black option. Take a look at the walkaround video below, credited to R Rohit.[embedded content][embedded content]Specs & LaunchHero Super Splendor is powered by a 125cc BS6 compliant engine with XSens Technology. This engine develops 10.73 BHP of power at 7500 RPM and torque of 10.6 Nm @ 6000 RPM. This engine is paired with a 5-Speed Gearbox unlike a 4-speed unit on other Splendor branded bikes. This gearbox is said to be optimised for both city and highway riding.i3S tech makes sure that the daily commutes are eco-friendly and wallet-friendly too by enabling engine start/stop feature. Hero also allows users to turn off i3S if they find it obtrusive. Super Splendor chassis is a diamond frame with 180mm ground clearance and offers a long seat. It is offered in both Disc and Drum variants. The former gets a 240mm front Disc brake at front.Super Splendor gets a 130mm drum brake at the rear and CBS tech. It gets 18” wheels with a 90/90-18 tyre at the rear. It also gets a USB phone charger and an analog-digital instrument console. The new All Black variant prices are slightly more than the existing variants, which are priced from Rs 77k to Rs 81k, ex-sh. Currently, it competes with Honda CB Shine 125 and Hero’s own Glamour 125. More