The Hero Splendor is back with 2025, and it better than the last version available in your market. Over the decades, the Splendor — one of the favourite and most sold motorcycles on the land of India — has represented reliability, affordability, its fair share of ruggedness. Hero MotoCorp has taken the very sweet commuter bike of Hero, and elevated it to greatness with every 2025 update, all the while keeping the roots intact that gave it so much identity outside of real, earned engineering.

A comeback to the classic design, with modern touches
The Silhouette of 2025 Splendor was irrefutable and the upgraded design inside is built with such minimal updates that make the fresh look is more subtle than loud:
- LED DRLs on the updated headlight
- Slimmed and recycled indicators, themed tail lamp
- New bodywork graphics and chrome details
- Sport Wheelkit (Rim) Jet Black finish
The functional and commuter-friendly look of Splendor, however; stays in place even after these visual modifications. Possibly less immediately recognizable but definitely feels slimy and new.
The tested engine, now smartly and cleaner
Rear pin mounted carb, 16mm and crank 800 cc same97.2 cc FA Engine— genshin The same reliable 97.2cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that became the epitomy of efficiency and durability.
Engine now follows OBD-2B norms for reduced emissions and more efficient performance diagnostics.
- 8.02 BHP @ 8000 RPM
- Torque: 8.05 Nm @ 6000 RPM
- Transmission: 4-speed manual
- Mileage: Up to 73 kmpl
So Hero Splendor 2025 is Inexpensive as well Eco friendly hence ideal for daily city driving upto long road trips.
Safety and Technology
It is made with a view of safety in mind, herein the 2025 Hero Splendor has features added to benefit you and give you peace.
- Integrated Braking System (IBS) for better even pad friction
- Tyres in the rear are also wider for better power grip
- Cut off electrical by side-stand (in XTEC variants)
- Reduced chance of a TPMS sudden flat because of the usual tubeless tyres
- Better visibility at night due to LED headlight (XTEC 2.0 variant)
This upgrades mean that the Splendor is not only going to look good, and handle well but also safety will not be ignored!
XTEC Variants have XTEC Smart Features
Hero launched Splendor in some trims like as XTEC and XTEC 2.0 having lots of the smart features from Company:
- Bluetooth calling/SMS alerts
- Digital Instrument cluster with live mileage
- Bluetooth charging
- Start-Stop System On i3S for increased fuel economy
So these inclusions suit the modern rider, yes he wants more tech even in an entry-level commuter motorcycle.
The pricing and variants
3 Main Variants of the 2025 Splendor
- Splendor Plus: ₹78926 (ex-showroom)
- Splendor Plus XTEC: ₹80,750 (ex-showroom)
- Splendor Plus XTEC 2.0:₹85,501 (ex-showroom)
They suit the market wide gen frame user, from your plain and simple commute to extra convenience and modules.
Final Verdict
The Hero Splendor 2025 is almost a perfect reincarnation of India’s favourite motorcycle. Riders still get everything they value the most from it, in the form of great mileage, low maintenance, on point performance and premium resale value along with modern features and sharper looks.
2025 Hero Splendor is a package of all the things for you whether you are a student or office goer or a tiny business man or a delivery executive. Affordable, efficient and more last generation (even now) →