Hero Super Splendor 125

Detailed Review by Maxabout Team

Overview

The Super Splendor is a higher-end, larger-displacement variant of the Splendor. Hero MotoCorp has equipped it with a 125cc engine rather than the standard 100cc and 110cc engines found in its younger siblings. The Splendor has been a consistent seller for Hero for almost two decades, and it is an important brand for the company. It is well-known for its dependability, durability, and fuel efficiency.

Hero Super Splendor 125 Design and Style

The new Hero Super Splendor BS6 appears to be more refined than the previous BS4 model. It features a new angular halogen headlamp with subtle silver accents all around and a blacked-out visor. The motorcycle's side body panels have been updated with new attractive triple-tone graphics. The new Hero Super Splendor has a long, comfortable seat and grab-rails that match the body colour. The body panels, including the exhaust muffler, have subtle chrome accents. It gets a blacked-out engine, new five-spoke alloy wheels, and a halogen tail lamp at the back.

The Hero Super Splendor is a youthful 125cc commuter motorcycle that sells well. It is also the most affordable 125cc motorcycle on the market in India. It generates good sales for the company. The Hero Super Splendor is also available in a variety of appealing colour options. It is available in five colours: Heavy Grey, Nexus Blue, Candy Blazing Red, Dusky Black, and Glaze Black.

2024 Hero Super Splendor 125 BS6 measures 2042 mm in length, and 740 mm in width, and stands 1102 mm tall. This commuter bike has a wheelbase of approximately 1273 mm and a saddle height of 799 mm. While the motorcycle's seat height may appear to be a bit high on paper. It is actually quite easy to ride for both tall and short riders.

2024 Super Splendor can tackle almost all speed breakers with a 180 mm ground clearance. It is also a popular choice in rural markets. This motorcycle has a large fuel tank with a capacity of 12 litres. It also weighs 122 kg for the drum version and 123 kg for the front disc brake version.

Hero Super Splendor 125 Engine and Performance

BS6-compliant 124.7cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine powers the new Hero Super Splendor. At 7500 RPM, this BS6 motor produces 10.7 HP of max power and 10.6 Nm of peak torque. The engine comes with a 5-speed manual transmission and Hero's XSens fuel-injection technology. Xsens FI tech aids in delivering optimal performance and fuel efficiency. The Super Splendor has good performance and is an excellent city commuter motorcycle. This is due to its excellent acceleration and pick-up.

Hero MotoCorp has updated this motorcycle with the BS6 update. It now has a 5-speed manual gearbox as opposed to the 4-speed unit on the BS4 model. The new 5-speed gearbox is smooth and offers easy gear changes, making it very easy to ride in city traffic. The updated new Hero Super Splendor 125 BS6 motorcycle is very fuel-efficient. It gets around 55-60 km/l, which is excellent for a 125cc commuter motorcycle.

Hero Super Splendor 125 Suspension, Brakes and Tyres

2024 Hero Super Splendor 125 is built on a new platform. Instead of the old tubular double-cradle frame, the updated Super Splendor 125 now has a new diamond frame that is said to weigh less than before. Telescopic forks in the front and 5-step adjustable spring-loaded dual shock absorbers in the rear handle the suspension system. The Super Splendor has a soft and comfortable ride and glides over even the roughest terrain.

The rear brakes on the new Hero Super Splendor are handled by a 130mm drum. At the front, a 130mm drum or a 240 mm disc unit is available. The Super Splendor includes an Integrated Braking System (IBS). This motorcycle has tubeless tyres that are 18 inches in diameter. The motorcycle's front tyre is 80/100-18, while the rear is a 90/90 section 18-inch unit. Hero Super Splendor is also well-equipped with a new instrument cluster. It displays an analogue speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, and so on.

Key Features of Hero Super Splendor 125

2024 Hero Super Splendor model features a twin-pod instrument cluster with an analogue speedometer and a fuel gauge. The headlamp and taillamp are both equipped with conventional halogen bulb electricals. The Super Splendor also gets Hero's i3s technology, which aids in fuel efficiency. It comes with an updated BS6 engine and a high-tensile diamond-type frame.

Hero Super Splendor 125 Competitors

Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon, Honda SP125, Honda Shine 125, TVS Raider 125, Hero Glamour 125, and Yamaha MT-125 are some similar bikes in the Indian market.

Conclusion

The first Hero Splendor Plus was released in 2007, and it was marketed as a regular commuter bike. With the Hero Splendor, the company was doing well, and this model introduced some good upgrades.

Hero has been a popular choice among consumers across all bike body styles and domains. The Splendor line underwent many changes, and the company ensured that each new model met industry standards.

The new Super Splendor has two variants, with the braking assembly differing. You will find both drum brakes and disc brakes that can be selected based on your personal preferences and usage.

Hero Super Splendor has a strong positioning. Because it has been successful in attracting the right audience since its start. It's a fantastic bike that can seat up to three people on any given day.

Hero incorporated many new features into the new Super Splendor. Allowing the bike to generate buzz in a variety of untapped markets and target audiences. It is an excellent choice for those looking to upgrade from a standard commuter bike to a fuel-efficient and stylish bike.

When all the features of the Hero Super Splendor are considered. It is clear that the bike represents excellent value for money. The bike meets all the basic requirements, features, and tech, and it excels in a variety of areas. The best highlights are the fuel-tank capacity, pricing, ergonomic shape, and braking. And each tech feature provides the riders with the most value possible.

Customers of the Hero Super Splendor are only provided with two free services. The first free service is provided after 60 days or 750 kilometres, whichever comes first. The second free service is provided after 100 days or 3500 kilometres, whichever comes first. After 6500 kilometres, the third service is available.

This fuel-efficient, low-cost, feature-rich bike has everything a customer could want. It meets the riders' road requirements while ensuring both comfort and style.