Revolutionary! The 2025 Hero Splendor Plus 125 With BS7 Engine—A Game-Changer for Commuters
Hero MotoCorp has just dropped a major update in its iconic Splendor range: the 2025 Splendor Plus 125, now featuring a BS7-compliant 125cc engine. This is a bold evolution that balances legendary reliability with heavier-duty performance and cleaner emissions—all without shedding its commuter appeal.
A Heritage Icon Grows Up
For over three decades, the Splendor family has been synonymous with everyday dependability. Stepping into 2025, Hero adds a punch—retaining its time-tested platform but introducing a significantly more powerful 125cc motor, while preserving the classic chassis and commuter DNA.
Fuel-injected, air-cooled, and tuned to BS7 emission standards, this 125cc engine delivers approximately 8.0 PS and similar torque figures, making it a noticeable upgrade over the 97cc version. Think better overtaking ability, more responsive low-end torque, and smoother acceleration—even if it doesn’t aim for outright sportiness. Still, it’s a sizeable power boost in a familiar, affordable package.
Efficiency Meets Emissions Compliance
With BS7 compliance now standard, emissions concerns become history—while real-world mileage remains competitive. The Splendor Plus 125 continues to deliver impressive fuel efficiency—claiming around 70 kmpl—thanks to refined fuel injection (xSENS) and Hero’s i3S start-stop system. That means fewer trips to the pump, lower running costs, and a smaller carbon footprint—all while meeting the latest environmental regulations.
Practical Upgrades Without the Gimmicks
Hero’s approach has been to enhance the Splendor Plus without alienating its core audience. Key features include:
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Air-cooled fuel-injected 125cc engine mated to a 4-speed gearbox—familiar, reliable, and efficient.
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Alloy wheels and tubeless tires: safer, lighter, and more durable.
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Combi-brake system (CBS) for safer, balanced braking.
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Analogue digital cluster, side-stand engine cut-off, and i3S technology to improve convenience and fuel savings.
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5-step adjustable rear suspension, 165 mm ground clearance, and a light kerb weight (112 kg) ensuring ease of riding and comfort.
This is a no-showbike—but it’s tailor-made for daily commuters who want functionality over flash.
Price & Variants: Package That Delivers Value
Priced between ₹77,000 and ₹80,000 (ex-showroom), depending on trims, the Splendor Plus 125 offers exceptional value. Hero retains variants such as the standard model, i3S, and stylish Black & Accent editions—allowing buyers to choose based on preferences and budget.
Compared to competitors like the super-selling TVS Sport or Bajaj Platina, the Splendor Plus 125 stands out with its greater displacement and modern tech, all while maintaining affordability.
Refined but Not Tame
The Splendor Plus 125 slots neatly between basic commuters and sportier 125cc rivals. With a top speed of around 87 km/h, it’s not going to win any drag races—but that’s not the goal. Hero prioritizes durability, serviceability, and reliable performance, not adrenaline-fueled speed.
Build quality remains solid, with robust ergonomics and a polished finish that’s gradually modernizing the Splendor silhouette. It’s an evolutionary, not revolutionary, update—but one that addresses demands for a bit more performance and compliance.
With the Splendor Plus 125, Hero revives its most trusted nameplate for 2025—delivering more power, cleaner emissions, and contemporary features without steering away from its mass-market ethos.
If you’re a daily commuter seeking excellent mileage, enduring build quality, low maintenance costs, and updated compliance—all wrapped in a legendary name—this bike is a smart choice. It doesn’t follow fleeting trends; it reinforces them.
In a market where value and reliability still reign supreme, the Hero Splendor Plus 125 emerges as a compelling commuter champion. It’s not just an update. It’s a statement: dependable changes are here—and they matter.