Hero MotoCorp Limited, originally named Hero Honda Motors Limited – a joint venture between Hero Group and Honda Motor Company, was founded in 1984. The company started manufacturing affordable motorcycles renowned for their fuel efficiency, and by 2001, it became the biggest two-wheeler manufacturer in India – and the world. In 2010, Hero Group decided to end the joint venture, and the company was rechristened Hero MotoCorp Limited in 2011.
Throughout this time, Hero bikes remained popular for their excellent mileage returns and cutting-edge technology. For this reason, the company has remained one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers in the country. Hero MotoCorp offers a wide range of motorcycles – from budget-friendly entry-level commuters to powerful dual-sport motorcycles. Hero bikes also come equipped with groundbreaking technologies, such as XTEC and i3S, offering enhanced convenience while improving the bike’s fuel economy.
Here are some of the best-selling Hero motorcycles, along with their features.
Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
This mile cruncher comes in a single variant and four colour options. The two-wheeler has also received minor styling updates, including new paint schemes and graphics. Splendor Plus Xtec sports a fully digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity, offering call and SMS alerts. While this is an entry-level 100cc bike, it also boasts a real-time mileage indicator.
Powering this Hero bike is a 97.2cc 4-speed, air-cooled, BS6-compliant engine that generates power and torque figures of 8 PS and 8.05 Nm, respectively. The motorcycle is equipped with front and rear drum brakes, and a combined braking system (CBS) acts as the safety net. The two-wheeler lives up to its reputation as a mileage bike with a fuel economy of around 81 kmpl.
Hero HF Deluxe
The second highest-selling motorcycle in the company’s portfolio, the Hero HF Deluxe is a popular entry-level commuter that combines fuel efficiency and affordability. This Hero bike is available in four variants and several colour schemes. Furthermore, its feature suite includes the idle start-stop system (top-spec variant), which conserves fuel when the bike comes to a standstill. On the other hand, the motorcycle’s XSens fuel-injection technology adjusts the air-fuel mix to deliver the precise amount of fuel to the engine.
The two-wheeler runs on a 97.2cc 4-speed, air-cooled, BS6-compliant engine, generating a maximum power of 8.02 PS and a maximum torque of 8.05 Nm. It also comes equipped with front and rear drum brakes, with an integrated braking system (IBS) offering improved braking performance. The suspension duties are handled by telescopic front forks and dual springs at the back.
Hero Xpulse 200 4V
This adventure bike from Hero MotoCorp comes in two variants and four colour options. It is also the company’s premium offering, with a Bluetooth-enabled instrument cluster and a single-channel ABS. The Hero bike weighs around 159 kg (kerb) and comes with a fuel tank capacity of 13 litres.
Running the show is a 199.6cc 5-speed, oil-cooled engine that produces a peak power of 18.04 PS and a peak torque of 16.45 Nm. The motorcycle is equipped with front and rear disc brakes, and the suspension tasks are handled by telescopic front forks and a rear mono-shock. While riding on highways and tarmac, this model can clock speeds of up to 111 kmph.
Hero Splendor Plus
Hero Splendor Plus is the company’s best-selling two-wheeler, thanks to its no-frills design that focuses on practicality. This model comes in three variants and seven colour options. The standard variant sports a twin-pod analogue instrument cluster and gets a side-stand indicator. On the other hand, the Xtec variant boasts a segment-first fully digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity. You also have the i3S variant, which comes with the idle stop-start system that improves the two-wheeler’s fuel economy.
This Hero bike is powered by a 97.2cc air-cooled, BS6-compliant engine that churns out a peak power of 8.02 PS and a peak torque of 8.05 Nm. Coming to the bike’s underpinnings, it employs telescopic front forks and five-step preload-adjustable twin shocks at the back to handle the suspension duties. For braking purposes, the model uses front and rear drum brakes with a combined braking system (CBS) acting as the safety net.
You can now buy your favourite Hero bike without worrying about the cost, thanks to the Bajaj Finserv Two-wheeler Loan. With flexible repayment tenures and quick loan disbursal, you can bring home a new bike in just a few days without disrupting your savings. Get a two-wheeler loan from Bajaj Finance and receive up to 100% financing of the bike’s on-road price. However, there is a basic eligibility criteria to be met for receiving a two-wheeler loan.
