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Hero Splendor Plus vs Bajaj Freedom 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Hero Splendor Plus or Bajaj Freedom 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Splendor Plus and Freedom 125. Hero Splendor Plus Price starts at Rs.80,166 (ex-showroom) for Drum Brake OBD2B and Bajaj Freedom 125 Price starts at Rs.90,976 (ex-showroom) for NGO4 Drum. Hero Splendor Plus is 1 cylinder, 97 cc Engine can generate 7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Bajaj Freedom 125 is a N/A cylinder, 125 cc Engine can generate 9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Splendor Plus provides a mileage of 80.6 kmpl (base model), and Freedom 125 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Hero Splendor Plus is available in 7 colours & 10 variants whereas Bajaj Freedom 125 is available in 5 colours & 3 variants.

Splendor Plus vs Freedom 125

Key HighlightsHero Splendor PlusBajaj Freedom 125
PriceRs.80,166Rs.90,976
Engine Capacity97.2 cc125 cc
Power7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range80.6 kmplN/A km/charge
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Hero Splendor Plus Drum Brake OBD2B bike
Hero Splendor Plus
Drum Brake OBD2B
Rs. 80,166
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Bajaj Freedom 125 NGO4 Drum bike
Bajaj Freedom 125
NGO4 Drum
Rs. 90,976
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    90,026
    Price Breakup
    98,527
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.4
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.8 Litres
    2 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    97.2 cc
    125 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    IBS
    CBS
    Front Disc Size
    130
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    18
    R17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    41
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    18
    R16
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Telescopic Fork
    Rear Suspension
    Swingram with 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Linked Monoshock
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 - 18
    80/90 -17
    Rear Tyre Size
    80/100 - 18
    80/100-16

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    Digital
    Gear Indicator
    check
    Speedometer
    Analogue
    Digital
    Odometer
    Analogue
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    check
    LED headlight

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years/70000 Kms
    5 years /75000 Kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Tubular Double Cradle
    Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    All 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    -
    Engine Capacity
    97.2 cc
    125 cc
    Engine Type
    Air cooled& 4-stroke& Single cylinder& OHC
    4 Stroke Air Cooled
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    -
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    87 kmph
    93.4 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    50 mm x 49.5 mm
    54 mm x 54.4 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    -
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Max Power
    7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm
    9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    check
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    Service Reminder Indicator
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    Console Type
    Analogue
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    -

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    Radial Tyres
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    Halogen
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    check
    Traction Control System
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2000 mm
    -
    Width
    720 mm
    -
    Height
    1052 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1236 mm
    1340 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    170 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.8 Litres
    2 Litres
    Body Type
    Commuter
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    785 mm
    825 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    112 kg
    147.8 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • One of the best-selling commuter bike in India
    • Reliable engine & easy maintenance
    • Lightweight means it is easy to use on rough roads
    • Fuel economy is one of the best in its segment
    • Riding position is comfortable & relaxing
    • New features like USB charging are helpful to the rider
    • Pricing-wise it is still one of the best bikes in its segment
    • World’s first CNG-powered commuter motorcycle
    • Offers a combined range of 330 km, 200km in CNG and 130 km in petrol mode
    • Affordable pricing with a starting price of Rs 95,000 (ex-showroom)
    • Gets a dedicated CNG & Petrol switchover button, and can be switched between petrol and CNG on the go
    • It offers the longest seat in the segment with 785 mm length
    • Available in three variants and multiple dual-tone colour options
    • Gone through 11 safety tests to ensure the safety of the CNG cylinder and overall motorcycle
    • Bajaj’s widespread sales and service network
    Cons
    • Design is very old now
    • It doesn’t look or feel as premium as rivals like Honda Shine 100
    • Only comes with drum brakes, no option of disc brake
    • Seat needs more cushioning for comfort
    • It looks dated and boring on the road
    • Design is subjective and may not appeal to everyone
    • Long queues on CNG pumps will result in long wait while refilling the CNG tank
    • The 2 kg CNG and 2-litre petrol capacity is a bit less
    • The base variant misses on LED lighting and disc brake
    • The speedometer console is small in size
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    Detailed Comparison of Hero Splendor Plus and Bajaj Freedom 125

    Safety

    Splendor Plus comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Slipper Clutch. Freedom 125 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Hero Splendor Plus has features like Pillion Footrest and Bajaj Freedom 125, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest.

    Transmission

    Hero Splendor Plus comes with 4 Speed Manual transmission and Freedom 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Hero Splendor Plus has a 9.8 Litres fuel tank with 1052 mm seat height. Bajaj Freedom 125 has seat height and 2 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Hero Splendor Plus and Bajaj Freedom 125 Owner Reviews

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      • Dl
        Dou lat
        17 Sep 2025
        4.2
        Hero Honda Splendor Plus performance is very beautiful, with excellent mileage and reliability. It’s a new bike, and truly, Hero makes very beautiful and dependable bikes.
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        Priyal SHAHDEO
        16 Sep 2025
        4.0
        Hero Splendor Plus is the perfect commuter bike for those who want to save daily expenses, prefer a simple and dependable ride, and don’t want to worry about maintenance. If you’re looking for speed, modern looks, and more features, it might feel a bit old-fashioned. However, for daily travel and staying within budget, it’s a tested and trusted choice.
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      • VS
        Vinayak Sable
        16 Sep 2025
        4.2
        The bike’s mileage is superb, and it offers a comfortable ride.
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      • NA
        NAVED AKHTAR
        16 Sep 2025
        5.0
        This is the most purchased and most loved bike. Wherever you go, you will definitely see it. It’s a bike that is useful for every kind of work.
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      • Rb
        Rahul bhatt
        16 Sep 2025
        4.2
        This bike is very good, the mileage and average are excellent, and its condition is top. I really like this bike it’s very nice.
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