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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.75,441 (ex-showroom) for Self Drum Alloy and Honda Shine Price starts at Rs.79,800 (ex-showroom) for Drum. 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 10.59 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 65 kmpl (base model). Hero Splendor Plus is available in 14 colours & 7 variants whereas Honda Shine is available in 5 colours & 4 variants.

Splendor Plus vs Shine

Key HighlightsHero Splendor PlusHonda Shine
PriceRs.75,441Rs.79,800
Engine Capacity97.2 cc123.94 cc
Power7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm10.59 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range80.6 kmpl65 kmpl
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Hero Splendor Plus Self Drum Alloy bike
Self Drum Alloy
Rs. 75,441
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Honda  Shine Drum bike
Drum
Rs. 79,800
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Specifications Overview

Splendor Plus specificationsShine specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
84,720
89,615
User Rating
4.2
4.2
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
9.8 Litres
10.5 Litres
Engine Displacement
97.2 cc
123.94 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Splendor Plus Brakes, Suspension & TyresShine Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
18
18
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
checkYes
-
Front Wheel Size
18
18
Calliper Type
No
Not Applicable
Braking System
IBS
CBS
Front Suspension
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Telescopic
Rear Suspension
5-step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Hydraulic Type
Front Tyre Size
80/100 - 18
80/100 - 18
Rear Tyre Size
80/100 - 18
80/100 - 18
Front Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
130 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Drum
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes
Tyre Size Spare
-
No

Instrumentation

Splendor Plus InstrumentationShine Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
checkYes
Analogue
Tachometer
No
No
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Odometer
Analogue
Analogue

Infotainment & Communication

Splendor Plus Infotainment & CommunicationShine Infotainment & Communication
Basic Warranty
5 Years/70000 Km
3 Years/42000km

Body & Suspension

Splendor Plus Body & SuspensionShine Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Tubular Double Cradle
Diamond Type

Engine & Transmission

Splendor Plus Engine & TransmissionShine Engine & Transmission
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
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.036 kwh
0.06 kwh
Battery Type
Maintenance Free
Maintenance Free
Top Speed
87 kmph
102 kmph
Max Torque
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
11 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Max Power
7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm
10.59 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Fuelling
Programmed Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Charging Socket
No
No
Bore x Stroke
50.0 x 49.5 mm
50mm x 63.1mm

Comfort & Convenience

Splendor Plus Comfort & ConvenienceShine Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
No
No
Pillion Footrest
checkYes
1
Under Seat Storage
No
No
Distance to Empty Indicator
No
checkYes
Luggage Space
No
-
Handle Type
Single bar
-
Engine Kill Switch
No
yes
Console Type
Analogue
Analogue
Seat Style
Single Seat
Single Seat
Shutter Lock
No
-
Side Stand Indicator
checkYes
-
Start Type
Electric Start
Kick and Electric

Safety

Splendor Plus SafetyShine Safety
Hazard Warning Indicator
checkYes
1
Brake Assist
No
No
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
No
No
Power Modes
No
No
Slipper Clutch
Multiplate Wet Type
No
Traction Control System
No
No

Dimensions & Capacity

Splendor Plus Dimensions & CapacityShine Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2000 mm
2046 mm
Width
720 mm
737 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
Engine Oil Capacity
1 Litres
0.85 Litres
Body Type
Commuter
Commuter
Unladden/Kerb Weight
112 kg
113 kg
Seat Height
785 mm
791 mm

Entertainment & Communication

Splendor Plus Entertainment & CommunicationShine Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
No
No

Pros & Cons

Splendor Plus Pros & ConsShine 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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Which Bike Do You Like More ?

Detailed Comparison of Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Splendor Plus has features like Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator and Honda Shine, on the other hand, has Distance to Empty Indicator.

Transmission

Hero Splendor Plus comes with 4 Speed Manual transmission and Shine comes with 5 Speed Manual 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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  • Honda  Shine
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Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine Owner Reviews

  • Splendor Plus Review
  • Shine Review
    • A
      Aijaz
      15 Apr 2024
      Review for Hero Splendor Plus
      4.6
      Very good performance. I like it. It is my first bike and my first drive experience. Its wonderful power and good millage. Its smoothly drive. Its seat comfortable.
      Likes (1)
    • A
      Amit
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for Hero Splendor Plus
      4.2
      The good experience in bike and mileage performance is good I am using in the 6 to 7 year but is not cheat any condition this perform good.
      Likes (1)
    • Kl
      Kota lakshmana
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for Hero Splendor Plus
      3.8
      I want exchange my bike with Suzuki bike please tell me how much my bike cost exchange that my bike I want high range model bike with EMI no cost EMI.
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    • d
      dhana
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for Hero Splendor Plus
      5.0
      Awesome driving experience and good mileage and maintenance cost , I have been using this bike since 2012 onwards This is second bike purchased Hero splendor plus.
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    • S
      Sanjeev
      13 Apr 2024
      Review for Hero Splendor Plus
      5.0
      The cost is very low, it is good to drive and looks very beautiful. If you go to sell your old bike you can get a good price. Splendor is a very nice bike
      Likes (1)
    • GK
      Gopal Koppad
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      I am interested in buying Honda shine bike. If offer price. Surely I am buying this vehicle. It is good look and good mileage and light weight and consumption so I like this.
      Likes (1)
    • M
      Mahendra
      12 Apr 2024
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      sheeting control overall Everything perfect good Color light suspension speed balance Prefect and safety, fast and secure.
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    • GR
      Gopichand Rajaram
      01 Apr 2024
      Review for Honda Shine
      3.0
      Best average bike new model with design super color disc break heavy wait minimum interest rate with bank with best price from company.
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    • DK
      Devendra Kumar
      1 Month ago
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      Honda Shine 125 is more stylish than the other bikes in the same segment. It gives great comfort in riding. Its tubeless tire gives Hazel free riding. It also gives better mileage.
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    • PS
      PRITAM SARKAR
      2 Month ago
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      Very nice bike,I like it very much,it is very reliable & mileage full bike & comfortable,125 cc bike with very attractive design & colour variants, Very good to buy at this affordable price
      Likes (3)
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    Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Hero Splendor Plus?
    The on-road price of Hero Splendor Plus is Rs. 84,720 in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of Honda Shine?
    The on-road price of Honda Shine is Rs. 89,615 in New Delhi.