
Hero Super Splendor XTEC makes its debut
The Hindu
The Super Splendor XTEC gets a fully digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity that displays incoming calls and SMS alerts as well as the phone’s battery level
Hero MotoCorp has launched the Super Splendor XTEC at a starting price of ₹83,368 for the drum brake variant and ₹87,268 for the disc brake-equipped variant, and has commenced bookings as well.
The Super Splendor XTEC gets a fully digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity that displays incoming calls and SMS alerts as well as the phone’s battery level. In addition, there is a real time fuel efficiency indicator for those looking to keep a close eye on fuel consumption. Hero claims the bike delivers 68kpl. The Super Splendor XTEC is powered by a 125cc, single-cylinder engine that makes 10.84hp at 7,500rpm and 10.6Nm at 6,000rpm.
Visually, the Super Splendor XTEC gets a few tweaks in the form of a new LED headlight, visor, dual-tone stripes and rim tapes. The bike is available in three colours — Gloss Black, Candy Blazing Red and Matt Axis Grey.

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