Hero HF 100

Detailed Review by Maxabout Team

Overview

The Hero HF 100 is one of the most popular and dependable motorcycles on the market. Based on the famous engine from the Splendor, the HF 100 is designed to outlast its owner. The engine is quite dependable and can run continuously all day. The HF 100's fuel efficiency is its main selling point. Although the design has begun to age, the HF 100's practicality is hard to top, even in 2024, which is why it remains one of the best-selling commuter motorcycles in the market.

Hero HF 100 Design and Style

2024 HF 100 has a similar appearance and design to the HF Deluxe, however, it lacks extra body graphics to distinguish it from the other model. While the overall design is sleek and neat, the rectangular headlight with a plastic cowl has become a commuter category symbol over the years. The twin-pod instrument cluster and single-wide seat are both quite comfortable to sit on and ride in. The back also includes single rectangular tail light, similar to the Deluxe model. The usage of 5-spoke alloy wheels softens and practicalizes the entire appearance.

Hero HF 100 Engine and Gearbox

2024 Hero HF 100 is well-known for its fuel-efficient and ultra-reliable engine. Hero has endowed the HF 100 with the most iconic, tried-and-true engine in India's commuter motorcycle sector. The 97.2cc air-cooled engine produces 8.36 HP and 8.05 Nm of peak torque. While these stats may not appear impressive on paper, the lightweight HF 100 performs admirably for its weight and power figures. Hero has outfitted the HF 100 with a 4-speed transmission that sends power to the back wheel.

Hero HF 100 Suspension, Brakes and Tyres

The new Hero HF 100 is built on a tubular twin cradle chassis with telescopic shock absorbers for the front suspension and a swingarm with 2 step adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers for the rear suspension. The Hero HF 100 is one of the most well-knitted city motorcycles for the daily commute thanks to the good configuration of tyres and brakes. The 18-inch tubeless alloy wheels and tyres, which are complemented by a strong mix of drum brakes on both ends, are popular with potential purchasers. While having disc brakes on a motorcycle seems like a must nowadays, the HF 100's price range becomes a barrier. The HF 100 lacks features, and this is one of the areas where the HF lags behind its competitors.

Instrument Console of Hero HF 100

2024 Hero HF 100 has an all-analogue instrument cluster that displays data, such as the speedometer, odometer, and fuel gauge. Hero MotoCorp has added a new entry-level commuter bike, the HF 100, to its lineup, with a design and aesthetics reminiscent of the HF Deluxe. In terms of technology, it includes the company's XSens sensor system, which is designed to ensure peak performance, as well as the idle-start-stop system, which helps to save fuel and reduce operating expenses.

Key Features of Hero HF 100

The World-Class xSens Multi-Sensor System promises the World's Best Programmed FI Technology, Tubular Double Cradle Frame, Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers and Swingarm with 2 Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers, Integrated Braking System (IBS), Analogue Instrument Cluster, and impressive fuel efficiency are some of the key features of the Hero HF 100. Other notable characteristics of this bike include a comfy single-seat, pillion grabrail, pass light, and so on.

Top Speed and Mileage of Hero HF 100

Due to the small engine capacity, which is BS6-compliant now, the new HF 100 can deliver up to an ARAI-claimed fuel economy of 83 km/l, which is one of the highest among the segment rivals. The real-world mileage, however, is around 65 km/l (approximately) and in terms of performance, the 100cc commuter motorcycle can speed up from 0 to 60 km/h in around 9 seconds at a top speed of 87 km/h (real top speed figure).

Hero HF 100 Colour Option

2024 Hero HF is offered in one variant HF 100 STD and two Black with Red and Nexus Blue colour scheme.

Hero HF 100 Competitors

Hero HF Deluxe, Honda CD 110 Dream, Bajaj CT 100, Bajaj Platina 100, and TVS XL 100 are the most competitive bikes for the Hero HF 100. All of these motorcycles are excellent in terms of design, performance, speed, technology, and any other factor.

Conclusion

When compared to its competition, the new HF 100 is one of the most economical commuter motorcycles in India. It is a standard motorcycle, but despite its low price, it includes all of the amenities needed for a comfortable and long trip. It is a scaled-down version of the HF Deluxe, with the same features, dimensions, weight, and other characteristics. It includes Hero's Xsens technology and the i3 system, however, it is only offered as a kick-start option.

Hero MotoCorp has gone to great lengths to make the HF 100 look and feel more luxurious and modern. Experts consider this bike to be one of the greatest 100 cc bikes now available in India, owing to its incredibly clean finish. To make it an even better deal, Hero MotoCorp provides a standard 5-year warranty with the HF 100.