Hero without Honda: Relaunching Begins
Hero MotoCorp (HMCL), largest player in the two-wheeler market by volume sales, in India and across the world, just an year after its split with former Japanese partner Honda is...
Hero MotoCorp (HMCL), largest player in the two-wheeler market by volume sales, in India and across the world, just an year after its split with former Japanese partner Honda is in process of bringing out all its models under the trademark “Hero”, which is actually two years before the proposed time. In the words of Pawan Munjal, HMCL MD & CEO "We will be re-launching our entire range under the Hero brand name, and will complete the exercise by the second quarter of this fiscal." The agreement of Hero MotoCorp with former Ally Honda clearly stated that Hero could retain the former “Hero Honda” trademark till June 2014. However, there has been a path-breaking alteration from the company since it found its new identity in London in August the previous year.
The company’s first journey as a single player was highly successful with record sales of 6.2 million units sold in the financial year 2011-2012. According to Pawan, company has re-initiated the sales of its best-selling models Splendor and Passion under the trademark “Hero” this quarter. Hero is bound to drop the Honda brand name from its flagship products as Hero MotoCorp were highly enthusiastic over bringing out an independent identity at the earliest. Hero MotoCorp’s sales touched a sky rocketing all time high in the first two consecutive months of this fiscal (5,51,557 units) and May (5,56,644 units). With this Hero MotoCorp is ready to launch overseas by starting exports to new countries, under the new brand name Hero.
Central America and Nigeria are the first targets of exports and the process will begin by the next quarter (July-September, 2012) with the first lot of 125 cc Hero branded bikes. "Now that we are on the threshold of becoming a truly global company, our initial focus is on markets where the volumes are large and products can be sold with minimum changes. So right now, our existing products with suitable modifications will be made available in the new international markets. We have already identified partners for these markets," added a confident Pawan Munjal.
Hero Splendor Plus User Reviews
The bike is very nice and I love this bike. I like this bike's performance and comfort. This bike's suspension are very soft and works well. Seat is so comfortable. Overall a nice bike. I love this bike.Read More
Because it's a simple bike with professional look and low maintenance cost. It has a simple and professional design and is comfortable for daily uses. It is also easy to handle in city traffic and suitable for regular commuting and everyday rides. Its riding experience has been good so far and also this bike feels comfortable and easy to handle, especially during daily city rides. The mileage is satisfactory, the performance is smooth, and the seating position is comfortable for regular use. Yes, because it comes with very low maintenance cost and good average bike and good looking a very simple and practical motorcycle for daily use. It offers good mileage, comfortable riding, easy handling. The professional design is also a plus point for the rider.Read More
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Splendor is a good bike for daily commuters as it delivers a good mileage and smooth performance. In one word, a buget king or mileage king. Moreover maintainance is also low, parts are easily available in market. I will recommend this bike for all the office commuter as well as for local users. Overall nice bike.Read More
Many people choose the hero splendor plus because it is practical and reliable commuter motorcycle. Excellent mileage around 65-70 kilometre per litre. Comfortable riding. Low maintenance and spare parts are widely available. I am happy with this bike. Easy to ride, light weight and very easy to handle. It is comfortable for beginners and city traffic. Hero has a large service network across India. Making repairs and servicing convenient. Budget friendly bike for everyday use. Yes, I would recommend hundred percent. It is trusted brand. Good resale value and easy to ride. It's engine is known for long term durability, mileage is good. Upright seating position and good suspension for daily riding.Read More