Hero Splendor Plus is a highly trusted and loved commuter bike in India, renowned for its top-notch mileage and minimum maintenance cost. This bike stands out not just in cities but even in rural areas because of its toughness and dependability.
Variants information
The company has launched Hero Splendor Plus in many different variants so that customers can choose the right option according to their needs and preferences.
The variants available in the market are as follows:
- SPLENDOR + DRUM BRAKE – ₹ 77,326
- SPLENDOR + I3S DRUM BRAKE – ₹ 78,256
- SPLENDOR + I3S DRUM BRAKE BLACK & ACCENT – ₹ 78,256
- SPLENDOR+ I3S MATT AXIS GREY – ₹ 79,756
- SPLENDOR+ DRUM BRAKE OBD2B – ₹ 79,076
- SPLENDOR+ I3S OBD2B – ₹ 80,006
- SPLENDOR+ I3S BLACK and ACCENT OBD2B – ₹ 80,006
The different colour options, OBD2B compliance and I3S technology available in these variants make the bike modern.
Mileage and Engine Performance
The 97.2 cc engine of this bike offers great performance and excellent mileage, making it an ideal choice for daily commuters. The Hero Splendor Plus is powered by an air-cooled, single cylinder, 4-stroke engine that delivers a maximum power of 8.02 PS at 8000 rpm and a torque of 8.05 Nm at 6000 rpm.
The engine also provides excellent fuel efficiency with smooth acceleration, thus making this bike efficient in delivering a mileage of approximately 70 kmpl.
Braking and Suspension
The integrated braking system and drum brakes offered in the Hero Splendor Plus provide a smooth and even braking experience. It features drum brakes on front and rear wheels that are fitted with IBS (Integrated Braking System). This technology assists in braking the bike at the same time with improved balance of both the brakes. Moreover, the front suspension has telescopic hydraulic shocks and the rear has 5-step adjustable hydraulic shocks, which contribute to a smooth ride even on rough roads.
Design and Body Features
The minimal and stylish design of the bike enables it to be best for customers of all ages, including enhanced ground clearance and a strong body. Hero Splendor Plus is a traditional commuter bike design with features like single-piece handlebar, side body graphics and chrome finish mirrors. Its ground clearance is 165 mm which makes it easily ride on poor roads. Moreover, kerb weight is 112 kg and saddle height is 785 mm which is easily accessible for riders of all size and age to ride.
Riding and Seat Comfort
The bike features a long and comfortable seat that can easily hold two individuals, thus ensuring that traveling long distances is comfortable. The single seat offered in the Hero Splendor Plus is constructed in a manner that ensures the pillion as well as the rider is comfortable throughout the ride. The passenger footrest, grab handle and broad seat in the bike minimize fatigue during long rides. Other than this, because of its light weight, it is extremely easy to maneuver during traffic.
Tires and Wheels
Hero Splendor Plus tires offer great grip and balance, making this bike dependable on any road.
The bike has 80/100-18 size tires on the front and rear.
These tires offer great grip along with improved braking support.
The wide and strong tires are able to keep the bike on the ground even in slippery or potholed conditions.
Electrics and Instrumentation
The bike features an analog instrument cluster along with the basic electronic features, which turn out to be absolutely useful in everyday use.
The Hero Splendor Plus features an analog speedometer, odometer, tripmeter and fuel gauge.
Along with this, the bike receives basic but required features such as 12V / 3AH battery, pass switch and headlight on-off switch.
All of these features make this bike highly dependable for daily use.
Features of Hero Splendor Plus
The main features of this bike are good mileage, light weight, I3S technology and good braking system, which make it unique.
This bike not only consumes less fuel but its I3S technology turns off the engine when driving in stop and go traffic, saving further fuel. Besides this, it also adheres to OBD2B norms, thus being eco-friendly too.
The trendy color patterns and designs incorporated in the bike make it even more fashionable.The Hero Splendor Plus is appropriate for shoppers who want a durable, fuel-efficient and uncomplicated bike at a low price. Students, office commuters, rural dwellers and delivery personnel use this bike as appropriate for their usage. Its low repair cost and easy findability of parts make it a long-term bike.
Its excellent mileage, powerful engine and smooth ride, Hero Splendor Plus continues to hold a firm position in the market as a great commuter bike.
