The **Hero Glamour** is a stylish and performance-oriented commuter motorcycle from **Hero MotoCorp**, designed for riders who want a **mix of power, style, and fuel efficiency**. It competes with bikes like the **Honda Shine, Bajaj Pulsar 125, and TVS Raider 125**.
**Hero Glamour Key Features (2024 Model)**
**1. Engine & Performance**
- **Engine Type:** **124.7cc** (Glamour 125) / **110.9cc** (Glamour XTEC) – air-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke
- **Max Power:**
- **Glamour 125:** **10.72 PS @ 7,500 rpm**
- **Glamour XTEC (110cc):** **9.1 PS @ 7,750 rpm**
- **Max Torque:**
- **Glamour 125:** **10.6 Nm @ 6,000 rpm**
- **Glamour XTEC (110cc):** **9.89 Nm @ 6,000 rpm**
- **Transmission:** 4-speed / 5-speed (Glamour 125)
- **Fuel Efficiency:** **55-60 kmpl** (125cc) / **65-70 kmpl** (110cc)
- **Top Speed:** **90-100 km/h** (125cc)
**2. Design & Comfort**
- **Sporty and premium look** with **sharp body graphics** and **LED DRLs** (in XTEC variant).
- **Comfortable upright seating** posture for city rides.
- **Semi-digital instrument console** (XTEC variant gets a **full-digital LCD**).
**3. Variants**
- **Glamour XTEC (110cc)** – More fuel-efficient, with **i3S start-stop**.
- **Glamour 125** – More powerful, with **5-speed gearbox**.
**4. Brakes & Suspension**
- **Front Brake:** **Drum (130mm) / Optional Disc (240mm) in higher variants**
- **Rear Brake:** Drum (110mm)
- **Suspension:** Telescopic forks (Front) & Twin shock absorbers (Rear)
**5. Additional Features**
- **XTEC Variant Features:**
- **Full-digital LCD console** (with gear indicator, service reminder).
- **LED DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)** for better visibility.
- **Side-stand engine cut-off** for safety.
- **Hero’s i3S technology** (auto start-stop in traffic for better mileage).
- **Tubeless tyres** (standard in XTEC).
**6. Price (Approx. 2024)**
- **Glamour XTEC (110cc):** **₹80,000 - ₹85,000** (ex-showroom)
- **Glamour 125:** **₹85,000 - ₹95,000** (ex-showroom)
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**Pros & Cons:**
✔ **Pros:**
- **Good power-to-mileage balance** (especially the 125cc version).
- **Modern styling** with **LED DRLs & digital console** (XTEC).
- **Comfortable ride quality** for daily commutes.
- **Hero’s reliable engine** with low maintenance.
❌ **Cons:**
- **No 6th gear** (unlike Bajaj Pulsar 125).
- **Slightly expensive** compared to basic commuter bikes.
- **No Bluetooth connectivity** (unlike TVS Raider 125).
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**Best For?**
- **Young riders** who want a **stylish yet practical commuter bike**.
- **Those who need a 125cc bike** with **better acceleration** than 100-110cc rivals.
- **City commuters** who prefer **Hero’s reliability & service network**.
**Alternatives to Consider:**
- **Honda Shine 125** (Smoother engine, 5-speed gearbox)
- **Bajaj Pulsar 125** (More sporty, 6-speed gearbox)
- **TVS Raider 125** (More features, Bluetooth connectivity)