Since its introduction in 1994, the Splendor has consistently held the title of the top-selling four-stroke motorcycle, surpassing the former CD100. No other motorcycle has approached the Splendor’s sales figures. In April 2024, Hero MotoCorp sold 2,98,364 units of the Splendor Plus, and adding 22,595 units of the Super Splendor brings the total to 3.2 lakh units sold under the iconic brand. The closest competitors are the Honda Activa with 2,60,300 units and the Honda Shine 125 with 1,21,338 units. Here are five reasons why the Hero Splendor remains the common man’s preferred two-wheeler.
Hero Splendor desh ki dhadkan: Mileage King
In the entry-level segment, fuel economy is paramount. Hero claims that the Splendor Plus can achieve a mileage of approximately 80 kmpl under ideal riding conditions. In practical terms, the Splendor Plus continues to be one of the most fuel-efficient motorcycles available. For those looking to upgrade while staying within the Splendor range, the Super Splendor is an option, which, as per ARAI, offers a mileage of 68 kmpl.
Hero Splendor desh ki dhadkan: One For Everyone
Hero MotoCorp has smartly expanded the Splendor family in an affordable way in such a way that the time buyer may end up upgrading to the more powerful 125cc Super Splendor. For the entry-level, there are two variants, the Splendor Plus and the recently launched Splendor Plus XTec. Both the motorcycles are powered by a 97.2cc air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder engine with an output of 7.9 bhp and 8.05 Nm of torque with a 4-speed gearbox.
For an upgraded option, there is also the Super Splendor, which is available in two trims, Super Splendor and Super Splendor Xtec. Both the Super Splendors get a 125cc engine air-cooled 4 stroke single-cylinder engine that produces 10.7 bhp and 10.6 Nm of torque. The Super Splendor portfolio is mated to a 5-speed transmission.
Hero Splendor desh ki dhadkan: Features
The Splendor Plus gets the bare minimum features as it is an entry-level motorcycle. It comes with two features, a side stand indicator and tubeless tyres with alloy wheels. The Splendor Plus Xtec is the first in its segment to come with an all-digital instrument console and Bluetooth connectivity that sends calls and SMS alerts in the rider’s cluster. Another segment’s first feature introduced by Splendor Plus Xtec is a real mileage indicator equipped with an LED headlight and a USB port to charge mobile phones.
Both the motorcycles are equipped with i3S Technology, which is Hero MotoCorp’s stop-start system that automatically switches off the engine when it’s on idle for more than a few seconds. It restarts the engine when the clutch is engaged.
Hero Splendor desh ki dhadkan: Value For Money
The Splendor Plus is available in four variants from Rs 75,441 to Rs 78,286, ex-showroom Delhi. The motorcycle comes in five colour options. The Splendor Plus Xtec, on the other hand, starts from Rs 79,911, ex-showroom Delhi, and is available in four colours.
