Hero MotoCorp, the world?s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, this week launched its new motorcycle, the Ignitor, which is priced at R55,900 for the drum-self-cast variant and R57,900 for the disc-self-cast variant (prices, ex-showroom Delhi). The Ignitor is powered by a 125cc ATFT engine which produces a peak power 11ps@8000rpm. The bike comes with features such as digital-analogue combo meter console, split seat, front cowl, trapezoidal headlight, adjustable rear shock-absorbers, etc. Let?s have a look at the models it will have to compete with:
Hero MotoCorp Ignitor: Powered by a 125cc engine that produces 11bhp@8000rpm. From R55,900 onwards. Will it eat into Glamour and Super Splendor sales?
Hero MotoCorp Glamour: Powered by a 125cc engine that produces 6.72kw@7000rpm. From R52,225 onwards. Hero has a strong presence in the 125cc segment
Honda CB Shine: Powered by a 125cc engine that produces 7.55kw@7500rpm, the Shine exudes typical Honda quality. From R51,409 onwards
Bajaj Discover 125ST: Powered by a 125cc engine that produces 13ps@9000rpm. From R55,431 onwards. You also get an affordable Discover at R47,756