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Hero Splendor Plus vs Honda Shine

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Hero Splendor Plus or Honda Shine? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Splendor Plus and Shine. Hero Splendor Plus Price starts at Rs.73,902 (ex-showroom) for Drum Brake OBD2B and Honda Shine Price starts at Rs.80,852 (ex-showroom) for Drum OBD-2B. Hero Splendor Plus is 1 cylinder, 97 cc Engine can generate 7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Honda Shine is a 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Splendor Plus provides a mileage of 80.6 kmpl (base model), and Shine has a mileage of 55 kmpl (base model). Hero Splendor Plus is available in 7 colours & 12 variants whereas Honda Shine is available in 6 colours & 6 variants.

Splendor Plus vs Shine

Key HighlightsHero Splendor PlusHonda Shine
PriceRs.73,902Rs.80,852
Engine Capacity97.2 cc123.94 cc
Power7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range80.6 kmpl55 kmpl
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Hero Splendor Plus Drum Brake OBD2B bike
Hero Splendor Plus
Drum Brake OBD2B
Rs. 73,902
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Honda Shine Drum OBD-2B bike
Honda Shine
Drum OBD-2B
Rs. 80,852
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    82,992
    Price Breakup
    90,797
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Automatic
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.8 Litres
    10.5 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    97.2 cc
    123.94 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    IBS
    CBS
    Front Disc Size
    130
    130
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    R18
    R18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    41
    41
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    33
    Rear Wheel Size
    R18
    R18
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Telescopic
    Rear Suspension
    Swingram with 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Hydraulic Type
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 R18
    80/100 R18
    Rear Tyre Size
    80/100 R18
    90/90 R18

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    -
    LED headlight
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years/70000 Kms
    3 Years/42000 Kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Tubular Double Cradle
    Diamond Type

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    All 4 Up
    All 5 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    check
    Engine Capacity
    97.2 cc
    123.94 cc
    Engine Type
    Air Cooled, 4-stroke, Single Cylinder, OHC
    4 Stroke& SI& BS-VI Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Automatic
    Battery Type
    -
    Maintenance Free
    Top Speed
    87 kmph
    102 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    50 mm x 49.5 mm
    50 mm x 63.1 mm
    Configuration
    -
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection
    Max Power
    7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm
    10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    Console Type
    Analogue
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    Handle Type
    Single bar
    -
    Instrument Console
    Analogue
    Digital
    Seat Style
    Single Seat
    Single Seat
    Shutter Lock
    -
    check

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2000 mm
    2046 mm
    Width
    720 mm
    728 mm
    Height
    1052 mm
    1116 mm
    Wheelbase
    1236 mm
    1285 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    162 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.8 Litres
    10.5 Litres
    Body Type
    Commuter
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    785 mm
    791 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    112 kg
    113 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
    • Build quality is the best in its segment
    • Design is neutral & liked by all
    • Engine performance is very smooth
    • Riding comfort is very good for long rides
    • Fuel economy is one of the best in the segment
    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
    • Lacks modern features like digital display
    • No major changes in design for a long time
    • Price is higher than the competitors
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    Detailed Comparison of Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine

    Safety

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

    Comfort & Convenience

    Hero Splendor Plus has features like Pillion Footrest and Honda Shine, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Shutter Lock, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Hero Splendor Plus comes with 4 Speed Manual transmission and Shine comes with 5 Speed Automatic transmission.

    Dimensions

    Hero Splendor Plus has a 9.8 Litres fuel tank with 1052 mm seat height. Honda Shine has 1116 mm seat height and 10.5 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine Owner Reviews

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      • PK
        Prince Kumar
        22 Jan 2026
        5.0
        I had an amazing experience with the Hero Splendor Plus. When the time came to buy a bike, I decided to choose this one because I really wanted it and trusted its performance.
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        Ak
        22 Jan 2026
        4.0
        Splendor is the first choice of Indians and rules the hearts of crores of people. It is the top preference of every middle-class family. I would say that you should definitely buy a Splendor at least once—it is a truly reliable and trusted bike.
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      • RS
        Roshan Singh
        22 Jan 2026
        5.0
        This superbike has no competition—it is truly amazing. The bike performs excellently in all riding conditions, making it reliable and versatile. The suspension is outstanding, providing a smooth and stable ride, while the seat is extremely comfortable even on long journeys. On the road, it feels confident and powerful, and considering all these features, the price is very reasonable. Overall, it’s a perfect combination of comfort, performance, and value.
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        Karandeep Singh
        22 Jan 2026
        5.0
        This is a nice bike with excellent mileage and a very good price. It offers great pickup, attractive colors, and is available all across India. I am very interested in this bike, and it seems like one of the best options to choose.
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      • AK
        Amit Kumar
        21 Jan 2026
        5.0
        This is the best 100cc bike available—truly unbeatable in its segment. It’s my favorite bike, offering excellent mileage of 60–70 km/l, making it one of the most efficient and reliable bikes in its class.
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