Overview
- Hero launched the Super Splendor XTEC 2.0 on Wednesday, May 27, pricing the drum-brake variant at Rs 86,500 and the front-disc variant at about Rs 90,000 while opening bookings at dealerships.
- The update introduces a fully digital Bluetooth-enabled instrument cluster with call and SMS alerts, a real-time mileage display, a 2A USB Type-C charging port, and, for the first time on this line, hazard lights.
- The motorcycle keeps the same 124.7cc single-cylinder engine rated at about 10.7 bhp and 10.6 Nm and retains APFI fuel injection, i3S idle stop-start and an Integrated Starter Generator for quieter restarts.
- Hero claims an improved fuel efficiency figure of 72 kmpl, citing existing APFI and i3S systems, though that number is a manufacturer claim and real-world mileage will vary by conditions.
- The XTEC 2.0 is a styling and feature refresh that aims to keep the long-running Splendor competitive in the sub-Rs 90,000 125cc segment against rivals such as the Honda Shine, TVS Raider 125 and Bajaj Pulsar 125, and observers will watch dealer demand and real-world economy figures next.