Hero Splendor Plus 125 BS7 : In a world of rising fuel prices and hectic city life, the quest for a truly sensible and reliable motorcycle is more relevant than ever. Hero MotoCorp has answered this call with the launch of the Splendor Plus 125 BS7, a machine that feels like a trusted old friend with a new set of modern skills. Positioned at an attractive starting price of approximately ₹85,000, this bike isn’t about flashy thrills; it’s about delivering unwavering dependability and incredible efficiency for the daily rider.
A Timeless Design, Gently Refreshed
Hero has smartly kept the iconic and well-loved design that made the Splendor synonymous with two-wheelers in the streets of India. Its friendly silhouette is still visible from a distance. Still, a more detailed look at its specs reveals some considerate upgrades that bring it into the 21st century. The tank is beefier, and there’s a bright LED head lamp with daytime running lights for better visibility and a hint of elegance. Featuring all new, lively color options and just enough chrome to shimmer, the bike manages to look brand-new yet still eminently accessible both visually and practically.
Designed for Comfort and Control
Every commuter bike is really put to the test by how it feels at the end of the day in the saddle. With this in mind, the Splendor Plus 125 is crafted. Long, well-padded seat presumably rider and pillion pieces. The armrest is comfortable and the backrest is adjustable to enhance the traveling experience. The handlebars and footpegs are aligned to your natural riding position as you sit on the bike; they are positioned to allow a relaxed, upright posture that helps minimize back and wrist fatigue when you are in stop-and-go city traffic or during longer daytrips on the highway.
The Heart of a Fuel-Sipping Champion
At the heart of this new Splendor lies a 124.7cc BS7-compilant engine that churns out a decent 10.8 bhp and 10.6 Nm of torque mated to a refined 5-speed gearbox. Its headline feature, though, is its incredible fuel economy. Hero’s innovative i3S (Idle Stop- Start System) turns the engine off when the bike is stationary at a traffic signal and turns on the engine immediately with a clutch engagement once the rider gets ready to move. This intelligent technology enables the motorcycle to secure a lustrous claimed mileage of 80 kmpl. Although real world riding will result in a slightly different figure—probably a still-amazing 60-65 kmpl—it is what firmly establishes the Splendor as the most cost-effective motorcycle you can buy right now.
Thoughtful Features for Modern Needs
Departing from its stripped-down roots, the Splendor Plus 125 is equipped with a handful of practical features that any current rider can benefit from. There is a semi-digital instrument console featuring a real-time mileage indicator to help you get the best out of your riding style. For connectivity, it has Bluetooth support and a USB charging port to keep your smartphone charged up while on the move. Safety is improved with tubeless tyres, which have enhanced puncture resistance, and also a Combi-Braking System (CBS) which applies the brakes more assertively.
Unbeatable Value for the Practical Rider
As the ex-showroom price lies between Rs 85,000 and 90,000, the Hero Splendor Plus 125 BS7 looks like a very attractive value for money offer. It undercuts many of its competitor in the cost of ownership and additionally it is far more fuel efficient. Add to that Hero MotoCorp’s huge service network and legendary low maintenance cost, and you have a very low total cost of ownership indeed. It’s a motorcycle that knows exactly what it is: a dependable and affordable fuel-efficient work horse for students, office-goers and small business owners who welcomed the likes of the Strada in droves. It’s probably not the most exhilarating bike on the tarmac, but it may be the wisest — and most practical — option when it comes to daily riding in India.
