Hero Super Splendor

The Hero Super Splendor rivals the new TVS Raider 125 Drum variant in the 125cc segment. Here’s how they compare. We compared both bikes and the result was surprising.

What is the Hero Super Splendor Price?

The Hero Super Splendor prices start at Rs 80,848 for the base variant and go up to Rs 84,748 (ex-showroom Delhi) for the top variant.

How many colours does the Hero Super Splendor get?

The Super Splendor is available in five colour options including, Black-Sports Red, Black and Accent, Black-Silver STR, Candy Blazing Red and Metallic Nexus Blue.

How many variants does the Hero Super Splendor have?

The Hero Super Splendor comes in two variants: Drum and Disc. The Disc variant comes equipped with a 240mm front disc brake, while the Drum variant gets a 130mm drum brake at the front. Both variants get a 130mm rear drum brake, with a combined braking system as standard.

Is Hero Super Splendor good for everyday commutes?

The Hero Super Splendor is powered by a 124.7cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine that produces a peak output of 10.7PS at 7500rpm and 10.6Nm at 6000rpm. It is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The engine has enough grunt and provides impressive power for a 125cc bike. The Super Splendor rides through the city traffic effortlessly. The padded seat and the well-tuned suspension setup give a comfortable riding experience to the rider as well as the pillion.

What is the Hero Super Splendor Mileage?

The Hero Super Splendor Plus comes with a fuel tank capacity of 10 litres. The bike delivers an ARAI-claimed mileage of around 55kmpl. This means it can easily provide a range of about 480-500km on a full tank.

What features does the Super Splendor get?

The Hero Super Splendor has a halogen headlight, the tail light and the indicators are also bulb-type. It comes equipped with a semi-digital instrument console with an analogue speedometer and an LCD that shows fuel gauge, odometer, real-time fuel efficiency, clock and other basic telltale lights. Other features include a USB charging port and a side-stand cut-off function.

The bike also gets the Hero i3S start-stop technology which turns off the bike if it idles for a while. It turns back on when the clutch lever is pressed. This also improves the overall mileage when riding through traffic. The i3S can be switched off as well.

Is the Super Splendor suitable for shorter riders?

The Hero Super Splendor has a well-cushioned single-piece seat. With a seat height of 798mm, it is slightly on the taller side for a commuter bike, but the bike has a slightly narrow profile. This means that the shorter riders may need to tip-toe to place both their feet on the ground. But, the slim seat should help shorter riders to flat foot as well.

Is Hero Super Splendor worth buying?

The Hero Super Splendor provides decent performance, good handling and a comfortable riding experience. It is easy to ride, provides good mileage and has low maintenance costs but lacks modern features like smartphone connectivity. However, if you are looking for a no-nonsense commuter bike which can handle your daily city rides and occasional highway runs, then the Super Splendor can be a great choice.

What are the Hero Super Splendor alternatives?

The Hero Super Splendor directly goes up against the likes of Honda Shine 125, Bajaj CT125X and its own sibling the Hero Glamour. If you have a bigger budget then you can also consider the Bajaj Pulsar 125, TVS Raider 125 and Hero Xtreme 125R.