Hero Glamour X 125: Which Is The Best Variant?
We compare the base spec drum variant against the top disc one on paper
The Hero Glamour X 125 is the newest, most feature-loaded version of Hero’s popular commuter motorcycle. It is offered in two variants: Drum and Disc, priced at Rs 89,999 and Rs 99,999 (ex-showroom, Delhi). While both share the same platform and engine, there are important differences that set them apart.
What’s Common?
Engine
The Hero Glamour X 125 is powered by a 124.7cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine that makes 11.55PS, 10.5Nm, and is paired to a 5-speed gearbox. The engine is counterbalanced to reduce vibrations and it has an idle stop-start system (i3s) for better mileage.
Underpinnings
This Hero Glamour bike gets a diamond frame, tubular swingarm, 30mm telescopic fork, 5-step adjustable twin shocks, 18-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres: 80-section front and 100-section rear. Seat height is 790mm, ground clearance is 170mm, fuel tank capacity is 10 litres, kerb weight is 125.5kg for Drum and 127kg for Disc.
Features
It has a 5-inch full-colour LCD instrument console with smartphone connectivity, phone alerts, turn-by-turn navigation, distance-to-empty, real-time mileage, gear position indicator, automatic brightness adjustment. You also get a USB charging port, small underseat storage box, CBS (combined braking system), and switchgear borrowed from larger Hero bikes like the Karizma XMR 210, XPulse 210, Xtreme 250R.
Hero Glamour X 125 Drum
The Hero Glamour X 125 Drum variant is the more affordable option at Rs 89,999 - gets drum brakes at both ends and weighs 125.5kg kerb. It has an LED headlight, but the tail lamp and indicators are halogen.
Hero Glamour X 125 Disc
The Hero Glamour X 125 Disc is priced at Rs 99,999 and adds a front disc brake, all LED lights, and has a 127kg kerb weight. More importantly, it introduces segment-first features like cruise control, ride-by-wire throttle, and 3 ride modes (Eco, Rain, Power). There’s also ‘panic braking alert’ that flashes all indicators in emergency braking situations.
Hero Glamour X 125 Variant Differences
|
Variant |
Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
Features |
Brakes |
Kerb Weight |
|
Drum |
Rs 89,999 |
5-inch colour LCD console with Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation and i3s, an LED headlamp, halogen tail light + indicators, CBS |
Drum (F/R) |
125.5kg |
|
Disc |
Rs 99,999 |
Ride-by-wire, 3 ride modes (Eco/Rain/Power), cruise control, panic brake alert, all LED lights (in addition to features mentioned above) |
Front disc, rear drum |
127kg |
BikeDekho Says
The Glamour X 125 Drum keeps the price accessible while still offering modern styling, a connected console and a new, more powerful, refined engine. But it is the Disc variant that stands out, thanks to features never before seen in the 125cc commuter bike space.
At a Rs 10,000 premium, the added safety of a front disc along with cruise control, ride modes and all LED lighting makes it the version worth buying for those who want the most feature-rich option. But we feel the Disc variant should've also offered ABS, at least single-channel at the front.
Hero Glamour X 125 User Reviews
- good bike at best priceVery good futuristic bike. It has cruise control and 3 modes. Hero always comes in budget. I love a hero bike because super service and affordable price in segment so always with hero side. Go for it guys. Good and nice. Glamour x has many features and good mileage with sporty look. Even youngsters can go for it. Hero gives best engine for best performance. Even in power mode, it perform super. Perfect for daily use. Yes surely. Its my 6th bike from hero, I have driven hf delux, hero xtreme old one and karizma zmr old one v2, xtreme 160 r, glamour xtec and now finally hero glamour x, Best engine and excellent performance.Read More5 2
- REVIEW - HERO GLAMOUR X125 DISC VERY VERY SUPERSTYLISH, COMFORT, MILEAGE, FIRST TIME IN CRUISE CONTROL, I LIKE VERY MUCH THIS BIKE, SHEET IS VERY COMFORTABLE FOR TWO MEMBERS, SHAKEUPSABER VERY GOOOD , INDICATORS ARE VERY SMAAL AND STYLISH, LOOK FOR BIKE AMAZING HIGH WAY RIDE VERY SMOOTH, HERO GLAMOUR X125 DISC BIKE IS RIDDING NEAR 550 KILOMETRES , MOSTLY I WILL RIDE HIGH WAY, LOCAL AND CITY RIDE JUST NOW HUNDRED KILOMETRES, I RIDE SOLO AND TWO PERSONS, SOME DAYS. YES, I WILL HIGHLY RECOMMEND MY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES, SO FOR HERO GLAMOUR X125 DISC VERY VERY STYLISH BIKE, AND ALSO VERY VERY COMFORT FOR RIDDING FOR ALL AGE GROUPS, SO I WILL RECOMMEDED TO ALL MY FRIENDS AND RELATIVES.Read More18 2
- super bikeThis car is very good to drive and has very good cross control, gives good average and is very comfortable as well. Its visor vibrates a little and the trunk provided inside it is very useful but it can be expanded a little more space. No matter how far No other company will provide so many functions and such comfortable suspension at this price, you drive, there is no problem.Read More15 11
- GLAMOUR x 125The Hero Glamour X 125 is a feature-rich 125cc commuter featuring a refined 124.7cc engine, Ride-by-wire technology, and segment-first features like cruise control, aiming to blend style, high-tech, and daily usability. Reviews highlight its peppy performance, good fuel efficiency (roughly 55-65 kmpl), and comfortable, nimble handling, though some find the seat firm and note a lack of ABS.Read More9 3
- glamour x125Excellent features (cruise control, modes), comfortable riding posture, stylish look, reliable for daily use. Cons: Some users find the suspension slightly stiff, and it lacks ABS, which is a missed opportunity for safety. All are very excellent and love this vehicle because new changes are very impressive.Read More11
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