Hero Duet VX
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Ex-Showroom Price
| 2-Wheeler Type | Scooter |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 110.9 cc |
| Maximum Power | 8 HP @ 7500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 8.7 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Number of Gears | Automatic |
| Seat Height | 770 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 116 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.5 litres |
Pros
- Good Looks
- Powerful Engine
- Good Value for Money
- Vast Service Network
- Good Mileage
- Feature Rich
Cons
- Doubtful Build Quality
Our take on this /// Verdict
Price
Latest Updates
Mileage
Colour Options and Price in India | |
| Scooter Variant | Hero Duet VX |
| Availability Status in India | Available |
| 2-Wheeler Type | Scooter |
| Latest Price in India | Hero Duet VX price was Rs 51,130 before being discontinued. |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Colour Options | Candy Blazing Red, Pearl Silver White, Grace Grey, Matte Vernier Grey, Panther Black |
| Official Tagline | India ki Nayi Ummeed |
ENGINE AND GEARBOX | |
| Engine Details | 110.9cc, Air cooled, 4 - Stroke, Single Cylinder, OHC |
| Cooling | Air Cooling |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 110.9 cc |
| Maximum Power | 8 HP @ 7500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 8.7 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Emission Norms | BS4 |
| Number of Gears | Automatic |
| Gearbox Type | Variomatic Drive (2.51 - 0.85) |
| Clutch | Automatic Clutch |
BRAKES AND TYRES | |
| Front Brake | Drum |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
| CBS | |
| Front Tyre | 90/100-10-53 J |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100-10-53 J |
| Wheel Type | Alloy |
| Tubeless Tyres | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS | |
| Braking System | Combined Braking System |
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS | |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers |
| Rear Suspension | Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |
| Overall Length | 1830 mm |
| Overall Width | 726 mm |
| Overall Height | 1139 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 155 mm |
| Seat Height | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1245 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 116 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.5 litres |
| Maximum Payload | 130 kg |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |
| Speedometer | Analog |
| Odometer | Digital |
| Clock | Digital |
| Fuel Gauge | Analog |
| Service Reminder | |
BATTERY AND LIGHTING | |
| Pass Light | |
| Battery Type | Maintenance Free |
| Capacity | 4 Ah |
| Voltage | 12 V |
| Head Light | 35W/35W - Halogen Bulb (Multi-Reflector Type) |
| Tail Light | 12V - 5/21W Multi Reflector Type |
| Turn Signal Light (Front) | 12V - 21W x 4 nos (MFR - Clear Lens - Amber Bulb) |
COMFORT FEATURES | |
| Electric Start | |
| Pillion Footrest | |
| Mobile Charging Socket | |
| Under-seat Luggage Lamp | |
| Rear Luggage Hook | |
| Stand Alarm | |
Hero Duet VX Review
Quick Review by Maxabout Team
Hero is on a launching spree and its latest target is the highly growing scooter market of India. The much awaited Hero Duet is finally here with its strong list of advantages over the traditional scooters of India. Hero has finally changed the path and got its new and exclusive design for an entry level scooter of India. Hero Duet is priced at Rs. 48,400 for the LX variant and the VX variant is available for 49,900. These prices are ex-showroom Bangalore.
Design & Style
The scooter gets a non-traditional design from its side view, slowly changing to a common pattern followed at the front. The major distinguishing factor comes out to be its chrome V-lining in the center body. The forks are hidden below the front mudguard and the whole metal body looks perfectly strong and shiny from its first view. The addition of body color to the rear view mirrors makes them more impressive than normal black colored units on traditional scooters.
Engine & Gearbox
The engine of the new Duet is same as that of the newly launched Maestro Edge. The motor is a 110.9 cc, single cylinder unit producing 8.31 BHP @ 8,000 rpm and 8.3 NM @ 6,500 rpm. The engine is mated to an automatic transmission. The new scooter gets a 115 kg, making it heavier than the normal scooters in the market. The same is due to its metal body, increasing the weight and reducing the performance values. It returns a company claimed mileage of 63.8 kmpl.
Braking & Suspension
The new Hero Duet comes with a 130 mm drum brake for the front and rear wheel. The suspension on the scooter is telescopic forks for the front and monoshock absorber at the rear. The scooter gets a better setup than the competition as many of the offerings are still selling with older technologies and bigger price tags.
Comfort and Safety
Getting a metal body would make it feel premium to many traditional automatic scooters and the comfort on the scooter is further raised with the availability of mobile charging socket, under seat lamp and luggage hooks. The safety is handled by integrated braking system for efficient sudden braking and tubeless tyres for lesser flat out moments. Immobilizer from the Maestro Edge is replaced by a combination lock in the Duet. The raised weight of the scooter provides a more stable ride but would affect the fuel efficiency of the Duet.
Variants & Shades
According to the new classification, the Duet is available in LX and VX variants, providing more features on the top VX trim. The shades for the Duet are Candy Blazing Red, Nature Green Metallic, Pearl Silver White, Grace Grey Metallic, Matt Vernier Grey and Panther Black Metallic.
Ex-showroom Price
Hero Duet is priced at Rs. 48,400 for the LX variant and the VX variant is available for 49,900. These prices are ex-showroom Bangalore.
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User Reviews for Hero Duet
The stylish scooter
The strong body and heavy weight helps me get the best ride. Thanks Hero for such a product.
Best Features: Looks
Pros: Strong Body
Cons: Vibrations
Hero Duet is great
Metallic body, high top speed and good mileage makes Hero Duet a great product.
Best Features: Styling
Pros: Impressive mileage
Cons: Vibrations at high speeds
Pros and cons
1. Plastic material for motor cover makes air intake, due to this sand, dust, water goes in and jam the bearing, gears, etc... You must clean thison every service which cost 1500 approximately. 2. While going on wet roads, wet sand splashing on front cover, Headlights and even on driver helmet glass. 3. Nice riding experience on turning.
Best Features: Single lock system
Pros: Big seat, color, light design
Cons: Plastic parts, R&D fully not done
My New Hero Duet VX, Mileage 69 Kmpl, Best!
I purchased Hero Duet VX few days ago, it is a great bike. Excellent looks and stylish and excellent suspension. And mileage is good. I recommend Hero Duet to All :-)
Best Features: My New hero Duet VX
Pros: My New hero Duet VX is excellent
Cons: Up Mileage 69 kmpl best
WASTE OF MONEY
I purchased in December But Unable to drive in the traffic because very hot air is coming and unable to put my leg on ground at traffic signal. I complained about this problem to Hero Motors dealer Sri Venkateshwara motors at Hyderabad. After two days (they kept my vehicle with them) they have given three best suggestions to me for avoiding the heat. They also told that this vehicle design is like that and they can t help in this matter the best suggestions given by them as 1. I HAVE TO STOP THE ENGINE AT TRAFFIC SIGNAL. [BUT THEY ARE UNABLE TO TELL HOW I DRIVE WHEN THE TRAFFIC IS MOVING VERY SLOW] 2.INSTED OF PUTTING LEFT LEG ON THE GROUND [AT TRAFFIC SIGNAL] I HAVE PUT RIGHT LEG. AND THE MOST IMPORTANT 3RD SUGGETION IS I HAVE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH SHOES NOT WITH CHAPPAL . SO FRIENDS PLEASE DO NOT DEPEND ON TEST DRIVE PLEASE DRIVE AT LEAST FIVE KM SO THAT YOU ARE ABLE TO SEE THE PERFORMENCE OF THE VEHICLE
Best Features: Looks good, features good
Pros: HERO THE INDIAN CO.
Cons: Unable to Drive in Traffic more than five kms