The Hero Splendor Plus 2025 remains the undisputed champion of India’s commuter bike segment. With over three decades of dominance, this iconic ride has sold millions, earning its crown as the world’s best-selling motorcycle.
Hero MotoCorp’s subtle 2025 updates ensure OBD2B compliance for cleaner emissions, while keeping the core formula intact: unbeatable fuel efficiency, rock-solid build, and everyday practicality.
Whether you’re dodging Mumbai traffic or tackling rural roads in Uttar Pradesh, the Splendor Plus delivers hassle-free rides.
Since its 1994 debut, the Hero Splendor Plus has been synonymous with dependability, powering over 125 million Hero two-wheelers produced to date. In 2025, Hero MotoCorp refreshed the lineup in April to meet stricter OBD2B norms, tweaking the engine internals without altering its frugal heart. This update, coupled with a modest ₹1,750 price hike, keeps it future-ready amid rising environmental standards.
What makes it a 2025 standout? It’s the sheer volume of trust it commands. In July 2025 alone, Hero dispatched over 234,000 units of the Splendor Plus, contributing to the brand’s 524,414 domestic sales that month a 6.86% year-on-year growth. Monthly figures hover around 200,000-300,000 units, outpacing competitors and underscoring its appeal to first-time buyers, daily commuters, and fleet operators. With Hero’s vast network of over 6,000 service centers, downtime is minimal, and parts are dirt-cheap often fixed by roadside mechanics.
In a market shifting toward electric and premium commuters, the Splendor Plus holds firm with its blend of nostalgia and necessity. It’s not flashy, but its 70 kmpl ARAI-rated efficiency translates to real savings when petrol hits ₹100 per liter. For urban warriors in Delhi or highway haulers in Rajasthan, it’s the smart, sensible choice that just works. Let’s peel back its layers.
Classic Design with 2025 Touches
The 2025 Hero Splendor Plus sticks to its roots a clean, upright commuter aesthetic that’s evolved just enough to feel fresh. The boxy fuel tank, chrome accents, and trapezoidal headlamp scream reliability, not revolution.
Hero added subtle flair with new graphics on variants like the Black & Accent edition, available in eight shades: Candy Red, Heavy Grey, Black With Power Blue, and more. The M-shaped LED taillight improves nighttime visibility, a nod to safety without overcomplicating things.
Practicality shines through. At 112 kg kerb weight, it’s featherlight for weaving through congestion, with a 165 mm ground clearance that laughs off potholes and speed breakers common on Indian streets.
The 785 mm seat height welcomes riders from 5’2″ to 6’1″, and the long, cushy saddle accommodates pillion comfortably for family errands. 18-inch alloy wheels shod in tubeless tyres (80/100 front, 100/80 rear) ensure puncture-proof stability up to 80 kmph.
Suspension duties fall to basic telescopic forks upfront and twin shocks at the rear—nothing fancy, but tuned for bump absorption on uneven tarmac. Drum brakes (130 mm front, 110 mm rear) with integrated braking system (IBS) provide confident stops, especially in rain. It’s not trying to be a sportbike; it’s your everyday workhorse, designed for longevity over 100,000 km with minimal fuss.
Efficient 97.2cc Engine
Heart of the 2025 Splendor Plus is the unchanged 97.2cc air-cooled, single-cylinder mill, now OBD2B-tuned for lower emissions. It dishes out 7.91 bhp at 8,000 rpm and 8.05 Nm at 6,000 rpm modest stats perfect for city sprints and loaded hauls. Paired with a refined 4-speed gearbox, it zips from 0-60 kmph in about 12 seconds, with low-end torque pulling eagerly from 20 kmph in traffic.
Refinement is key: XSens fuel injection and the optional i3S idle start-stop tech cut vibrations and fuel waste at signals, making it whisper-quiet. Top speed clocks 87 kmph, ideal for 60-70 kmph cruises without strain. In real tests, it handles two-up loads effortlessly, thanks to the sturdy diamond frame. Emissions drop 20% over BS6 Phase 2, aligning with 2025’s green push, yet power feels unchanged.
Safety aids like engine kill-switch and side-stand cut-off add peace of mind. It’s no powerhouse, but for 80% of Indian riders who prioritize economy over excitement, this engine’s bulletproof reliability backed by a 3-year/30,000 km warranty seals the deal.
Smart Features for Modern Commuters
Hero kept the 2025 Splendor Plus feature-light to maintain affordability, but XTEC variants step up with goodies that rival pricier bikes. The base Drum model rocks an analog console with speedo, fuel gauge, and odometer simple and sunlight-readable. Upgrade to XTEC, and you get a digital-analog cluster with Bluetooth via Hero’s app: call/SMS alerts, real-time mileage, and service reminders.
LED headlamp and taillight ensure bright paths, while the USB charger keeps phones alive on long rides. i3S shines in traffic, auto-stopping after 5 seconds idle to boost efficiency. All models sport tubeless tyres for quick fixes. No frills like ABS or traction control—it’s pure function. These touches make it feel contemporary, especially for tech-savvy youth entering the segment.
Mileage and Low Costs
Fuel stinginess defines the Splendor Plus. ARAI claims 70-80.6 kmpl, but real-world users report 60-70 kmpl mixed: 55-60 in bumper-to-bumper cities, 65-75 on emptier roads. At ₹100/liter, a 1,000 km month costs just ₹1,400-1,700 half what many 125cc rivals guzzle.
The 9.8-liter tank yields 600+ km range, with distance-to-empty display on XTEC. Maintenance? A steal at ₹500-800 per 3,000 km service, thanks to ubiquitous parts. Resale holds 80-90% after three years, per owner forums. Annual insurance dips to ₹2,500, pushing five-year ownership under ₹80,000. In 2025’s economy, it’s a financial no-brainer.
Pricing and Variants
October 2025 ex-showroom prices start at ₹73,902 for the Drum Brake OBD2B base, up to ₹76,437 for i3S Black & Accent. XTEC Drum hits ₹81,001, Disc variant ₹86,051. On-road in Delhi: ₹85,000-98,000; Mumbai adds ₹3,000-5,000 for taxes. EMI from ₹1,500/month via Hero Financing.
Four variants cater broadly: base for basics, i3S for efficiency, XTEC for tech. Eight colors keep it lively. Against 2024, the OBD2B bump is minor, preserving its budget throne.
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