KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- It offers first-in-segment cruise control
- It is powered by a 124.7cc engine delivering 11.5 hp & 10.5 Nm, paired with a 5-speed gearbox
- The pricing starts at Rs 89,999 (drum) and goes up to Rs 1 lakh (disc)
Hero Motocorp has launched its Glamour X recently at Rs 89,999 (ex-showroom). Glamour has been one of their most popular commuter bikes for a long time, but with iteration, it has received a refreshed design along with new features. However, this X version aims at a bit more premium customers. Let's get into the details, what this latest version has on offer? Before getting into the details, make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp community to never miss out on any automotive updates.
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Cruise Control
The Hero Glamour X becomes the first bike in the commuter segment to get Cruise control, a feature that's typically reserved for the premium touring bikes. With this feature, it can maintain a constant speed on highways without continuously twisting the throttle.
Variants Available
The Hero Glamour X is available in two variants: disc and drum, while this feature is only reserved for the disc variant, priced at Rs 99,999 (ex-showroom).
Competitor With same feature
No other bike in the segment offers Cruise Control.
4.2-inch LCD Instrument Console
The Hero Glamour X offers a 4.2-inch instrument cluster along with Bluetooth connectivity and 40+ features. While it gets some other connected features, including turn-by-turn navigation, call/SMS alert, gear position indicator and much more. This display is crisp and easy to read. Digital consoles have become the new normal these days.
Variants Available
The Hero Glamour X offers a 4.2-inch digital cluster with both variants: Disc and the Drum variant.
Competitors With Same feature
The Honda SP 125 and TVS Raider offers a digital instrument cluster along with Bluetooth connectovity.
Ride By Wire And Riding Modes
The Hero Glamour X gets Ride by Wire tech, a feature that is usually seen on a bit more premium bikes. Instead of throttle cables, it uses electronic sensors to decide the throttle input. This feature makes it more refined and responsive. Meanwhile, the Glamour also gets three riding modes: Eco, Road and Power.
Panic Brake Alert
The Hero Glamour X comes with Panic Brake Alert, a feature that flashes the indicators for a while during emergency braking. This feature basically alerts the vehicle behind and reduces the chance of a crash.
Variants Available
The Hero Glamour X offers Panic Brake Alert only with the disc variant, priced at Rs 99,999 (ex-showroom).
Competitors with same feature
No other bike in the segment offers Panic Brake Alert.
Smart Storage Space
The Hero Glamour X offers smart storage space for added convenience. It is a dedicated space under the seat, typically designed to carry a toolkit, gloves or documents.
Variants Available
The Hero Glamour X offers Smart Storage Space with both the variants: disc and the Drum.
Competitors with same feature
The TVS Raider offers the Smart Storage Space in the segment, but only with the split seat variant.
Some Other Features
- Aerodynamic Visor
- LED Taillamps
- LED Winkers
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Verdict
The Hero Glamour X takes the familiar commuter formula and raises the bar with premium, segment-first features like cruise control, ride-by-wire, riding modes, and a 4.2-inch Bluetooth-enabled LCD. It blends practicality with modern tech while keeping pricing competitive between Rs 89,999 to Rs 1 lakh. With no direct rival offering cruise control or panic brake alert, the Glamour X stands out as a tech-loaded, value-packed commuter for riders who want more than just mileage from their daily ride.
