Hero HF Deluxe

The HF Deluxe is a commuter bike from Hero MotorCorp and is one of the most affordable bikes in the 100cc space from the Jaipur-based manufacturer’s lineup. It comes with a simple and practical commuter design. Here’s how it performs in the real world:

The Hero HF Deluxe has a straightforward and practical commuter design. The bike features a slim and compact body with smooth lines. The front gets a halogen headlight, and the bike’s fuel tank and body panels are of decent quality. The HF Deluxe comes with a flat single-piece seat and has a slim and tidy tail section. 

Moreover, the colourful stickers on the body add a modern touch. The Hero HF Deluxe comes in five different colours, including the basic Black and Accent option. The mid and top variants are available in Black Grey Stripe, Sports Red Black, Black Nexus Blue, and Candy Blazing Red colours.

The Hero HF Deluxe is powered by a 97.2cc engine that makes 8.02PS at 8000rpm and 8.05Nm at 6000rpm. It is paired with a 4-speed gearbox. It performs decently well in the city, and the power on offer is also enough for your everyday commutes. However, it may feel underpowered sometimes, especially when you want to make quick overtakes. It has a 9.6-litre fuel tank and delivers a mileage of around 65kmpl.

The HF Deluxe is a lightweight bike, weighing just 110kg for the kick-start version and 112kg for the self-start model. Its weight is evenly distributed thanks to its double-cradle chassis.

It offers a comfortable ride quality. The telescopic front fork and two-step preload-adjustable twin rear shocks easily handle most potholes and bumps. You can also adjust the rear shock if the stock settings don’t work for you.

The Hero HF Deluxe comes with a flat single-piece seat that is well cushioned and offers a comfortable riding experience for both the rider and pillion. The single-piece grab rail is easy for the pillion to hold while riding, contributing to the overall pillion comfort.

The bike has a seat height of 805mm, which is higher than many bikes in its segment. But thanks to the slim seat, even shorter riders can easily place their feet on the ground, making it suitable for riders of different heights.

The HF Deluxe comes with a halogen headlight, taillight, and indicators. The bike features an analogue instrument cluster that offers basic readouts including the speedometer, odometer and fuel gauge. It comes with an optional USB charging port. The HF Deluxe also gets a side-stand engine cut-off and an ‘engine cut-off at fall’ feature that automatically switches off the engine in case of a fall.

The top variant has an Idle Stop-Start System that turns the engine off when the bike sits idle in traffic, and the engine restarts when you pull the clutch. It can also be turned off manually using a switch on the right handlebar.

The delivers on its promises and handles city commutes effortlessly. If you are looking for an affordable, simple and reliable bike which you can use for your daily commutes, the HF Deluxe can be a decent option. However, in the highly competitive commuter segment, the HF Deluxe doesn’t stand out much compared to its rivals, like the Bajaj Platina 100 and Honda Shine 100, which offer slightly better features and riding experience.