Hero Bike
Splendor Plus
India’s default commuter: a 97cc single that returns 70 kmpl and costs very little to keep.
- Price
- ₹76K – ₹84K
- Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Mileage
- 70 kmpl
- Engine
- 97 cc
- Power
- 8 bhp
- Torque
- 8 Nm
- Top speed
- 85 kmph
- Kerb weight
- 112 kg
- Fuel
- petrol
- Gearbox
- manual
Available colours
- Black with Purple
- Force Silver
- Heavy Grey
Swatches are indicative.
Overview
The Splendor Plus is not a motorcycle anybody buys for pleasure, and that is exactly the point. The 97cc air-cooled single is built to a cost and an economy target rather than a power figure, and its 8 bhp is enough to carry two people out of a village junction at 60 km/h without the engine ever sounding as though it has been asked something unreasonable.
Ownership economics decide this purchase and the Splendor wins them. Claimed mileage is 70 kmpl and owners routinely report over 60 kmpl with a light right hand; the i3S stop-start system cuts the engine at a signal without touching the kick-starter; and Hero’s service network means a scheduled maintenance visit in a tier-three town costs less than a meal for two. Nothing on it is expensive to break.
The limits are equally plain. Above 85 km/h the single runs out of breath and the bike becomes noisy rather than fast, the base variant still uses a drum brake at the front, and the styling has not meaningfully changed across more than a decade. If the requirement is the cheapest reliable way to travel with a passenger, nothing cheaper is worth buying and nothing dearer is necessary.
- 70 kmpl claimed, with 60-plus routinely reported
- i3S idle stop-start fitted from the mid variant
- Kerb weight of 112 kg, the lightest here
Price
Ex-showroom price
₹76,000 - ₹83,500
Delhi NCR
Launched March 2025
Range spread ₹76K – ₹84K
Hero Splendor Plus variant prices
| Variant | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|
| LCT petrol manual Drum brakes front and rear · Spoke wheels | ₹76K |
| i3S petrol manual Idle stop-start system · Tubeless tyres | ₹80K |
| i3S Alloy Disc petrol manual Rear disc brake · Cast alloy wheels | ₹84K |
Prices shown are ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, from MotoSutra's sample catalogue for this build.
Specifications
Engine and performance
| Engine | 97 cc, 1-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Max power | 8 bhp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Max torque | 8 Nm @ 4,000 rpm |
| Mileage | 70 kmpl |
| Top speed | 85 kmph |
| Gearbox | Manual |
Chassis and safety
| Kerb weight | 112 kg |
|---|---|
| Seat capacity | undefined persons |
| Boot space | undefined litres |
| Suspension | Telescopic hydraulic front fork, five-step adjustable rear shock absorber |
| Brakes | Front drum and rear disc on the higher variant, with an integrated braking system |
| Tyres | Front 80/100-18, rear 90/90-18 |
| Safety equipment | Integrated braking system distributes leverage between both wheels; no crash rating |
Dimensions
| Length | 2037 mm |
|---|---|
| Height | 800 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1300 mm |
| Ground clearance | 162 mm |
Figures are MotoSutra sample catalogue data for this demonstration build.
Features
Consistency
- Air-cooled 97cc two-valve single with fuel injection
- i3S engine cut-off at a standstill with instant restart
- 4-speed gearbox with an economical final drive
- 9.8-litre fuel tank for long stretches between fills
Electricals
- Analogue speedometer with an odometer and fuel gauge
- Halogen headlamp with an LED position light
- Auxiliary brake lamp on the rear panel
- 12 V battery sized for frequent self-start use
Safety
- Integrated braking system linking both levers
- 130 mm rear disc on the higher variant
- Side-stand indicator with an ignition cut-off
- 162 mm of ground clearance for a commuter
Pros and cons
What we like
- Cheapest cost per kilometre of any motorcycle sold here
- Service and parts pricing are among India’s lowest
- Light clutch, low seat and a narrow tank suit new riders
What we would change
- The 97cc engine is out of patience above 85 km/h
- Front drum brake on the base variant
- Styling has barely changed in more than a decade
Expert review
MotoSutra score
3.7/5
How it scores
India’s default commuter: a 97cc single that returns 70 kmpl and costs very little to keep.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Splendor Plus price?
Hero lists it from ₹76,000 for the LCT to ₹83,500 for the i3S alloy-disc variant, ex-showroom Delhi NCR, which puts it under ₹95,000 on-road in most states.
What mileage does the Splendor Plus give in real conditions?
Against a claimed 70 kmpl, delivery riders and fleet owners report 58-65 kmpl in traffic, and 70 kmpl or better on a steady open road at 50-55 km/h.
What is the top speed of the Splendor Plus?
About 85 km/h with one rider on a calm day. It cruises best at 55-65 km/h, which is also where fuel consumption is lowest.
How much does servicing cost?
A regular service interval at a Hero authorised workshop costs a few hundred rupees for labour and oil, and consumables such as the clutch plates and chain set are the cheapest of any motorcycle listed here.
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