Tuesday 5 May 2015

Hero Splendor iSmart vs Honda CB Shine

The Hero MotoCorp and HMSI (Hero Motorcycle and Scooter India), both are the largest two-wheeler makers of the world. The aforementioned brands are known by their iconic products and services. Let's pick the well-famed commuter models of the duo brands. Hero Splendor iSmart, it is not only smart, but also a clever machine that devotes a smooth and ideal ride, whereas the Honda CB Shine is an apple of eye that can be stolen very easily.

Hero Splendor iSmart

The iSmart is a new variant of its flagship model, Splendor. This variant is featured with India’s first nature friendly technology that has ever been used by other two-wheeler makers, i.e. i3S Technology (Ideal Start Stop System). Indeed, this technology will meet you with its dynamic performance and excellent mileage. In terms of design, this variant has received a new paint scheme and graphics that looks very attractive. It gets split grab rails which look completely different than its old version.

Hero iSmart Bike

The motorcycle measures a length of 1965 mm, width of 770 mm and height of 1095mm, whereas having a wheelbase of around 1235 mm and a ground clearance of 160 mm which make iSmart very compatible for off-road riding. The Hero Splendor iSmart is powered by a 97cc single-cylinder and air-cooled engine that produces 7.7 BHP of power at 7500 RPM and 8.04 Nm of torque at 4500 RPM, and the engine is mated to a 4-speed gearbox to transfer power to the rear wheel. The claimed fuel economy of this motorcycle is 102.5 KMPL. The Ex. Showroom (Delhi) price of this motorcycle is INR 51100.



Honda CB Shine

The Honda Shine is the most successful motorcycle of the company that is positioned under the commuter segment. The motorcycle is featured with new dynamic graphics, and looks very stunning from every dimension. The 3D emblem of Honda on the fuel tank gives a premium look to the motorcycle. The ride quality is very pleasure as the motorcycle is featured with a wide seat and compact handlebar that gives dynamic ride quality.


The motorcycle gets front telescopic suspension and rear hydraulic coil spring that has an excellent balancing ability. In terms of technical specification, the Honda CB Shine is powered by a 124cc engine that produces 10.12 BHP of power at 7500 RPM and 10.54 Nm torque at 5500 RPM, and the engine is mated to a 4-speed gearbox which transfer the power to the rear wheel dynamically. The motorcycle is equipped with Honda Eco Technology that adds more taste in power figure and even takes care of fuel economy. The motorcycle returns fuel economy of 65 KMPL. The Ex. Showroom (Delhi) price of its top variant is INR 60808.

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