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Hero Splendor Plus Xtec vs Bajaj Freedom 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Hero Splendor Plus Xtec or Bajaj Freedom 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Splendor Plus Xtec and Freedom 125. Hero Splendor Plus Xtec Price starts at Rs.77,428 (ex-showroom) for Drum Brake OBD2B and Bajaj Freedom 125 Price starts at Rs.90,976 (ex-showroom) for NGO4 Drum. Hero Splendor Plus Xtec is 1 cylinder, 97 cc Engine can generate 7.9 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 Xtec provides a mileage of 73 kmpl (base model), and Freedom 125 has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Hero Splendor Plus Xtec is available in 5 colours & 6 variants whereas Bajaj Freedom 125 is available in 5 colours & 3 variants.

Splendor Plus Xtec vs Freedom 125

Key HighlightsHero Splendor Plus XtecBajaj Freedom 125
PriceRs.77,428Rs.90,976
Engine Capacity97.2 cc125 cc
Power7.9 bhp @ 8000 rpm9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range73 kmplN/A km/charge
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Hero Splendor Plus Xtec Drum Brake OBD2B bike
Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
Drum Brake OBD2B
Rs. 77,428
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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
    86,952
    Price Breakup
    98,527
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.5
    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 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
    Swingarm 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
    Front Type
    Drum
    Drum

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    check
    LED headlight
    check

    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 x 49.5 mm
    54 mm x 54.4 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Max Power
    7.9 bhp @ 8000 rpm
    9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm
    Max Torque
    8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
    9.7 Nm @ 5000 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    Radial Tyres
    -
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    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
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Commuter
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    785 mm
    825 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    112 kg
    147.8 kg

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Extremely reliable & fuel-efficient engine
    • Addition of connected tech is very helpful
    • Strong aftermarket support, cheap spare costs
    • Easy to maintain & long-lasting setup
    • 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
    • Same old boring design
    • Lack of disc brakes is a concern
    • No updates in the engine at all
    • 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 Xtec and Bajaj Freedom 125

    Safety

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

    Comfort & Convenience

    Hero Splendor Plus Xtec has features like Service Reminder Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Call/SMS Alerts, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator and Bajaj Freedom 125, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Call/SMS Alerts.

    Transmission

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

    Dimensions

    Hero Splendor Plus Xtec 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 Xtec and Bajaj Freedom 125 Owner Reviews

    • Splendor Plus Xtec Review
    • Freedom 125 Review
      • S
        Su
        27 Sep 2025
        4.8
        Best bike for mileage and daily office rides in Hyderabad. However, it may not be ideal for long journeys for everyone, though some people can manage longer rides.
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      • Ks
        KISHAN singh chandel Singh
        27 Sep 2025
        3.8
        Very nice bike I will recommend this bike.
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      • DK
        Daksh Kumar
        21 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Nice bike with a great look, perfect for the youth. Offers the best mileage, excellent comfort, and useful features. Easy to ride with a stylish design, making it suitable for everyone.
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      • A
        Alok
        13 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Very comfortable bike with very good mileage. The look is also very nice. Maintenance is very low. It’s a dream bike for every middle-class person. I give it a rating of 10/10.
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      • Sk
        Sunny kumar
        10 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Super bike, Splendor Plus provides very good mileage, requires very low maintenance, and offers great comfort. I am very happy with this bike I truly love it.
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