Hero Splendor Plus vs Honda Shine 100 DX

Last Updated: August 9, 2026

Honda Shine 100 DX price starts at Rs. 72,146, which is Rs. 5,631 cheaper than the base variant of Hero Splendor Plus, priced at Rs. 77,777. In terms of mileage, the Splendor Plus offers a claimed 70 kmpl, while the Shine 100 DX delivers 65 kmpl. On the performance front, the Splendor Plus uses a 97.2cc engine producing 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm and the Shine 100 DX a 98.98cc engine producing 7.38 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Splendor Plus and Shine 100 DX, the Splendor Plus is the better pick for mileage and performance, while the Shine 100 DX stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Splendor Plus vs Shine 100 DX Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Splendor PlusHonda Shine 100 DX
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 77,777Rs. 72,146
Mileage 70 kmpl65 kmpl
Engine 97.2 cc98.98 cc
Max power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm7.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 112 Kg103 Kg

Splendor Plus vs Shine 100 DX Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Splendor Plus StandardHonda Shine 100 DX STD
Rating
3671 reviews
3 reviews
Brand Name Hero Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77,777 Check On Road Price Rs. 72,146 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm 7.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus Colors
Honda Shine 100 DX Colors
Braking Type Integrated Braking System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,241 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 2,078 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,200 Splendor Plus Insurance Rs. 6,316 Shine 100 DX Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
85 kmph
85 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
97.2 cc
98.98 cc
Gear Box
4 Speed
4 Speed
Max Power
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
7.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
8.04 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Bore
50 mm
47 mm
Stroke
49.5 mm
57.049 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
10.0:1

Front Brake
Drum
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Integrated Braking System
Combi Brake System

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm with 5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Twin (5-Step Adjustable)

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
front :-2.75-17, rear :-3.00-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
785 mm
786 mm
Seat Length
733 mm
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2000*720*1052 mm3
1955*754*1050 mm3
Wheelbase
1236 mm
1245 mm
Length
2000 mm
1955 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
168 mm
Height
1052 mm
1050 mm
Width
720 mm
754 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
9.8 L
10 L
Kerb Weight
112 Kg
103 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
Bulb
Front Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
110 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Headlight
Halogen
Halogen
Battery Capacity
12V / 3AH
12V / 3AH

Frame Type
Tubular Double Cradle
Diamond Type
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
Body
Metal
Not Available
Handlebar type
Single Piece
Not Available
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Not Available
Digital
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes

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

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years
3 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Splendor Plus
  • Frugal & Reliable engine
  • Light-weight, agile and maneuverable
  • Accessible seat
Honda Shine 100 DX
  • Gets a digital display with additional features like a realtime mileage indicator
  • The available colour options and graphics makes the motorcycle a bit more appealing
Hero Splendor Plus
  • Outdated design
  • Lacks disc brake even as an option
Honda Shine 100 DX
  • Does not get an LED headlight
  • No front disc brake setup

Is Honda Shine 100 DX Better Than Hero Splendor Plus?

90% users have chosen Honda Shine 100 DX over Hero Splendor Plus in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 12932 users have also rated Honda Shine 100 DX and Hero Splendor Plus on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Honda Shine 100 DX has out rated Hero Splendor Plus on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Shine 100 DX Splendor Plus
Mileage 5.0 4.2
Performance 5.0 4.1
Comfort 5.0 4.0
Maintenance 5.0 4.1
Safety 5.0 0.1
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Hero Splendor Plus Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike is better Hero Passion Pro or Hero Splendor Plus?
  • Hero splendor plus bike is best
  • Both Hero Passion Pro and Splendor Plus are good city commuters with strong engine performance and a durable body to withstand harsh riding conditions. The BS6 Passion Pro is a strong contender in the 110cc space. It’s fuel-efficient, quick on its feet and looks the part. However, it doesn’t match up to the quality standards in the segment, isn’t as smooth as its rivals and feels less special thanks to this. But if you’re looking for a bike that delivers on aesthetics and performance, the Passion is the way to go. On the other hand, the Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - Hero Passion Pro vs Hero Splendor Plus
Q. Which bike is better between Splendor Plus and HF Deluxe?
  • I don't agree with you, BF6 is using low quality material due to which brake noise happens which Hero is unable to solve till date
  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. The Hero HF Deluxe has been one of the most popular choices for those who want an affordable, hassle-free means of two-wheeled transportation. Now, Hero has managed to make the age-old sloper motor future-proof with the BS6 update, so it clearly has the potential to take the mantle forward to being one of the best-selling motorcycles in the country. On the other hand, The Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for details.
Q. Which bike performance is better among Hero Splendor Plus and TVS Radeon?
  • TVS Radeon is much better because of comparision in price and feature among them
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Hero Splendor Plus is powered by a 97.2 cc engine that generates a max power of 8.02 PS @8000 rpm and a max torque of8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm. On the other hand, if we talk about TVS Radeon, it is one of the most efficient bikes we’ve tested, comes with a supple suspension setup, soft and well-padded seat is super comfortable. Radeon is equipped with a 109.7 cc engine that generates a max power of 8.19 PS @ 7350 rpm and a max torque of 8.7 Nm @ 4500 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
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Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus Vs Honda Shine 100 DX FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus vs Honda Shine 100 DX?
Honda Shine 100 DX has out rated Hero Splendor Plus on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus vs Honda Shine 100 DX?
The Honda Shine 100 DX is cheaper than Hero Splendor Plus by ₹5,631.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus vs Honda Shine 100 DX?
For the Standard version, 97.2 cc Petrol engine of Splendor Plus produces 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 98.98 cc Petrol engine of Shine 100 DX produces 7.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 8.04 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Splendor Plus has better performance.

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