2020 Hero HF Deluxe BS6 vs Hero Splendor Plus BS6 - Spec Comparison: Which One To Buy?

Updated on May 6, 2021 - Hero HF Deluxe and Hero Splendor Plus BS6 are India's best-selling motorcycles. In this article, we have a spec comparison of these two popular commuters. So, keep scrolling down below to read the comparison of the 2020 Hero HF Deluxe BS6 vs the Hero Splendor Plus BS6.

Original Article - May 4, 2020; The National Capital based Indian two-wheeler giant Hero Motocorp is not just India's but the world's two largest two-wheeler manufacturer. Hero MotoCorp, erstwhile known as Hero Honda, is the most loved motorcycle brand in the country. The bikemaker makes simple no-nonsense commuter motorcycles to cater to the needs of mass-market buyers. When it comes to the monthly sales chart figures of motorcycles, Hero always tops the list with its Splendor series followed by its cousin HF Deluxe. So, in this article, we will be comparing the 2020 Hero HF Deluxe BS6 vs Hero Splendor Plus BS6 to let you know which motorcycle you should buy if you are on a budget.

Looks and Colour Options

Hero HF Deluxe is a good-looking commuter motorcycle. Upfront, it gets an attractive headlight cowl with a body-coloured visor. The side-profile is eye-catchy, thanks to its sporty body graphics, five-spoke alloy-wheels, chrome muffler on the exhaust, a single-piece chunky grabrail, long comfortable seat and more. It also gets funky paint schemes and is available in a total of five colour variants - Techno Blue, Heavy Grey with Green, Heavy Grey with Black, Black with Purple, and Black with Red.

Hero Splendor Plus looks very commuter~ish. The design of the motorcycle has remained identical over the years and it is this basic design that its buyers prefer. For 2020, along with the BS6 update, Hero has also updated its body graphics and introduced some new colour schemes to make it look fresh. The Splendor gets angular design with a rectangular headlamp, taillamp, and turn-indicators. It is available in four colour options - Black with Silver, Black with Purple, Black with Sports Red, and Heavy Grey with Green.

Engine and Transmission

The 2020 HF Deluxe, as well as the refreshed Splendor Plus, are powered by the same Honda-sourced mill. It is a BS6-compliant 97.2cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that churns out 8.02 PS of power at 8000 RPM and 8.05 Nm of torque at 6000 RPM, mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox. Both the motorcycles now also get programmed electronic fuel injection with advanced sensor technology.

If you ask 'Kitna deti hai', these commuters are an ideal choice for those who love economical motorcycles to munch miles as they deliver close to 70 kmpl of mileage in real-world conditions. Also, they are equipped with Hero MotoCorp's patented i3S or idle stop/start system which further aids in boosting the fuel economy.

Chassis and Suspension

Both the motorcycles are based on the same tubular double-cradle frame and get telescopic forks at the front. But at the rear, while the HF Deluxe gets a 2-step adjustable hydraulic shock-absorber, the Splendor offers a 5-step adjustable unit.

Tyres and Brakes

Both the motorcycles have completely identical hardware. Either of them gets drum brakes at both the ends and Integrated Braking System (IBS) as an additional safety aid. The IBS helps in stopping the bike in the shortest possible distance as when one applies the rear brake, the front brake is also automatically engaged. However, the major difference among both is that while the Splendor Plus gets tubeless tyres, the HF Deluxe is still shod in tubed ones.

Dimensions and Capacity

Features

Both the motorcycles get very minimal features as they are entry-level commuters. The Splendor Plus, as well as the HF Deluxe, gets a two-dial analogue instrument cluster in which the speed and the distance travelled (odometer) is indicated in the left dial, while the right one shows fuel gauge, i3S light, high-beam/low-beam, and neutral indicator.

Price

Coming to the most important aspect considered while buying a motorcycle - its Price. The 2020 Hero HF Deluxe BS6 is sold in three variants: Self Start Drum Brake Alloy Wheel  FI, Self Start Drum Brake Alloy Wheel  FI  All Black Edition, and Self Start Drum Brake Alloy Wheel  FI  i3S. All the versions get the same mechanicals and are priced at Rs. 55,925, Rs. 56,050, and Rs. 57,250, Ex-showroom respectively.

The BS6-compliant 2020 Hero Splendor Plus is also offered in three variants: Kick Start Drum Brake Alloy Wheel  FI, Self Start Drum Brake Alloy Wheel  FI, and Self Start Drum Brake Alloy Wheel  FI  i3S, and are priced at Rs. 59,600, Rs. 61,900, and Rs. 63,110, Ex-showroom respectively.

So, which motorcycle should you buy? If you are a youngster or a middle-aged person who wants a good-looking 100cc commuter, then you should consider the HF Deluxe as it looks more youthful and gets the same mechanicals. However, if you are looking for a sensible practical 100cc commuter which is very reliable, gets a bit more features and one that can last for ages, the Splendor Plus is the one you should consider buying.

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This was our detailed spec-comparo of the 2020 Hero HF Deluxe BS6 vs Hero Splendor Plus BS6. Which one of these motorcycles will you prefer? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below.