Herald Rider vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

Last Updated: August 31, 2026

Hero Splendor Plus XTEC price starts at Rs. 81,283, which is Rs. 6,377 cheaper than the base variant of Herald Rider, priced at Rs. 87,660. In terms of efficiency, the Splendor Plus XTEC returns a claimed 70 kmpl. If you're deciding between the Rider and Splendor Plus XTEC, the Splendor Plus XTEC is the better pick for affordability.

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Rider vs Splendor Plus XTEC Comparison Summary

Specification Herald RiderHero Splendor Plus XTEC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 87,660Rs. 81,283
Mileage / Range Not Available70 kmpl
Engine / Battery Not Available97.2 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available112 Kg

Rider vs Splendor Plus XTEC Key Highlights

Basic Info Herald Rider STDHero Splendor Plus XTEC Drum
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Brand Name Herald Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 87,660 Check On Road Price Rs. 81,283 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Max Power Not Available 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Herald Rider Colors
Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC Colors
Braking Type Not Available Integrated Braking System
Wheel Size Not Available Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Charging Time 3-4 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 2,342 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 4,001 Rider Insurance Rs. 6,275 Splendor Plus XTEC Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
25 km/Hr
85 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Charger Warranty
1 Year
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Engine Displacement
Not Available
97.2 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
4 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Continuous Power
800 Watt
Not Available
Bore
Not Available
50 mm
Stroke
Not Available
49.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Not Available
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
1.3 Years
Not Available
Motor Warranty
3 Year Years
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
9.9:1

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Braking Type
Not Available
Integrated Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
70 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
65-70 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Hydraulic
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Suspension-Rear
Not Available
Swingarm with 5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

Tyre Size
Not Available
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
Wheel Size
Not Available
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
800mm
785 mm
Load carrying capacity
200 kg
Not Available
Seat Length
Not Available
733 mm
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2000*720*1052 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
1236 mm
Length
Not Available
2000 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
165 mm
Height
Not Available
1052 mm
Width
Not Available
720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
9.8 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
112 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
Bulb
Front Brake Size
Not Available
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Motor Type
BLDC Motor Waterproof
Not Available
Motor Power
2 kW
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
3 Hours - 4 Hours
Not Available
Headlight
DRL
Halogen
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 3AH
Charging Time
3-4 Hr
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Tubular Double Cradle
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
Handlebar type
Not Available
Single Piece
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Push Button Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Analogue
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
750 Kms/60 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
3500 Kms/160 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
6500 Kms/260 Days
4th Service
Not Available
9500 Kms

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
5 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
5

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • Really peppy and frugal in the city
  • The bike is planted yet flickable and gets an extensive list of features for a 100cc commuter bike
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • The seat gets really vibey really quick
  • Suspension tuning could be better over sharp bumps and initial feedback from the front lever is not very great
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