Average bike

Average bike

Hero is well famous for its mileage and long lasting reliable bikes in Indian market. I personally feel that after the end of tie-up between Hero and Honda, The quality of bikes decreased. The engines are not so reliable and durable.
My name is Arvind Pujara form Pune. When i was in school 5th standard, my father purchased Hero Honda Splendor. The bike is still in good condition. Generates Mileage of 70 kmpl in city.
In 2014, last year highly Impressed by Splendor, I purchased Hero Passion Pro. The bike has good looks, available in so many color options. Along with alloys and disc brakes, that enhances its look more.
The engine has average performance, Mileage is not so impressive along with poor pick up. The engine vibrates when speed is high, becomes noisy. The maintenance cost is somehow more compared with other hero bikes. The starter motor is no longer is working condition
Handling is good but the bike has poor ergonomics. Riding quality is poor at high speeds and nice at low speeds. Also poor braking characteristics, even disc brake is worthless. Only for looks not for security.
Finally it's moderate bike not a very good bike HERO needs to improve it's balancing which Hero has shade by its Lower weight parts, once u have a pillion u can't ride easily.


It was bad experience with them i.e after my free services were over I have given for service with the complaints like speedometer not working, Electric starter not working, adjusting the left mirror and with some minor problems like adjusting the chain.They have estimated Rs 1500 and I was really shocked on hearing this.