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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.77,176 (ex-showroom) for Drum Brake and Honda Shine Price starts at Rs.85,021 (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 5 colours & 10 variants whereas Honda Shine is available in 6 colours & 6 variants.

Splendor Plus vs Shine

Key HighlightsHero Splendor PlusHonda Shine
PriceRs.77,176Rs.85,021
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 bike
Hero Splendor Plus
Drum Brake
Rs. 77,176
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Honda Shine Drum OBD-2B bike
Honda Shine
Drum OBD-2B
Rs. 85,021
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    86,669
    Price Breakup
    95,479
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Automatic
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.8 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
    18
    18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    41
    41
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    33
    Rear Wheel Size
    18
    18
    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 - 18
    80/100 - 18
    Rear Tyre Size
    80/100 - 18
    80/100 - 18

    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
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    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    97.2 cc
    123.94 cc
    Engine Type
    Air cooled& 4-stroke& Single cylinder& OHC
    Single Cylinder PGM -Fi
    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
    Charging Socket
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    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 Bulb
    Halogen
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Wet Multiplate
    Traction Control System
    -

    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
    -
    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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    Safety

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

    Comfort & Convenience

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

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      • MA
        Mohd Arshad
        13 Jun 2025
        5.0
        Using from last 10 years. It is amazing bike ever made till the date. I suggest to my friends and collogue Splendor is fabulous bike from last 2 decades in the world.
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        Nishant Saini
        09 Jun 2025
        4.2
        The bike offers very high mileage and is extremely comfortable. Its looks are splendid, making it an easy choice for middle class families to buy. It has a very pretty design and is a popular choice among people in India.
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        Dipak Chandel
        09 Jun 2025
        5.0
        The Hero Splendor Plus is a legendary bike that truly lives up to its reputation. I've been using it for daily commuting, and it consistently delivers excellent mileage, low maintenance costs, and a smooth, comfortable ride. It's ideal for navigating both city traffic and rural roads.
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      • AM
        Avesh Mishra
        09 Jun 2025
        4.6
        Its a very comfortable bike with the best mileage if you have low budget go with this bike its also make low maintenance this bike service will only cost you 500-800, its highly recommended.
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      • Pv
        Prajapati vipul
        07 Jun 2025
        4.8
        Bike mileage is good, bike design is unique and bike colour and other features is good, middle class will afford and bike features working properly. I choose Hero bike.
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