Hero Honda is now Hero MotoCorp
Hero Honda - the world’s largest two-wheeler company revealed its new identity and changed the name of the company on 9th August, 2011. A mega event was held at the majestic O2 Arena on the banks of river Thames, London. Hero Honda is now Hero MotoCorp, the company revealed the new logo and unleashed 2 all-new products - Impulse and Maestro. Hero Impulse is a on-road cum off-road bike while Hero Maestro is a unisex scooter. Now, after 4-5 months the company has revealed two more products - Ignitor and Passion xPro.
The company’s much-awaited new global brand identity was unveiled by Dr. Brijmohan Lall, Chairman and Mr. Pawan Munjal, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Hero MotoCorp. Oscar-winning music composer A. R. Rahman has composed and sung the new theme song of Hero MotoCorp Ltd., titled “Hum Mein Hai Hero”. Rahman was also present at the glittering function, which saw the reigning star of Hindi cinema, Shah Rukh Khan in the role of anchor.
More About Hero Ignitor
Hero Ignitor is based on the Honda Stunner and looks same from most of the angles. It is powered by the same 125cc engine which generates maximum power of 11 bhp at 8000 rpm. It features analogue-digital instrument cluster which looks very neat and stylish. It will also be available with option of front disc brake. Hero Ignitor is expected to be available in three variants: Kick Start, Self Start featuring drum brakes and Self Start featuring front disc brake. The base model of Ignitor is expected to be priced around 55000 rupees and top variant is expected to be available for 61000 rupees.
More About Hero Passion xPro
Hero Passion xPro is based on the Hero Passion Stunner and looks same from most of the angles. It is powered by the same 110cc engine which powers the Honda Twister, it generates maximum power of 8.7 bhp at 7500 rpm. It features analogue-digital instrument cluster which looks very neat and stylish. Passion xPro will be available in six shades and will be launched later this year. It is expected that Passio xPro will be available in two variants: one featuring drum brakes and self start, the second one will feature electric start plus front disc brake. The base variant is expected to be priced around 45000 rupees.