New Hero Ignitor launched, Rs. 58,638

There is a new hero on the streets of India. The all new Hero Ignitor 125 cc launched by the leading Indian motor company Hero MotoCorp which was showcased  in the Auto Expo 2012 in the month of January. Earlier Hero had showcased three new models for the Indian market, the Hero Passion X Pro, Hero Ignitor 125 cc and the Hero Maestro 110 cc scooter. Hero Ignitor 125 cc looks like nothing but a clone of the Hero Honda CB stunner. The only minute difference that can be drawn out are the new stickers and the Hero badge in place of Hero Honda. Hero Igniter 125 cc is priced at Rs. 58,638 (ex-showroom Mumbai). Ignitor works on a 125 cc ATFT engine which is adjoined to a five-speed manual transmission gearbox. The ATFT engine ensures that air and fuel mixture flows to the engine cylinder with a tumbling or swirling action. The vehicle can produce a power as high as 11 PS at 8000 rpm.

The bike also features tubeless tyres. According to the company officials the bike will sport a mileage of 60 kmpL. Ignitor 125 cc will be the highest model of the Hero Motocorp 125 cc array in India, the other two being Glamour 125 cc and Super Splendor 125 cc. Both of the latter motorcycles are made for the commuter sector while Ignitor has been made into a trend setter to target the young blood that needs a little extra bit of style and looks. Hero Ignitor 125 cc is set to compete against Bajaj Pulsar 135 cc and Honda Stunner 125 cc on the Indian roads but its major competitor will be Bajaj Discover 125 ST. The Discover 125 ST’s new styling and functional features have made its hopes even bigger. So, Hero MotoCorp has decided to launch the Ignitor before the Discover 125 ST.