KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Hero Passion Plus is the recent launch in the 100cc motorcycle segment
- It competes with the Honda Shine 100
- Both the bikes cater to the 100cc commuter category
Hero Motocorp has recently reintroduced the Passion Plus, a well-known 100cc motorcycle in the Indian market. This relaunch is expected to attract a larger customer base for the brand. The Hero Passion Plus competes with the Honda Shine 100, which was launched a few months ago. In this article, we will compare the features of the Hero Passion Plus vs Honda Shine 100.
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Hero Passion Plus Vs Honda Shine 100 - Design
Both the motorcycles look pretty basic, the Passion Plus has received updates in its body graphics and other minor cosmetic alterations. It now boasts new visuals and offers three color options: Sports Red, Black Nexus Blue, and Black Heavy Grey. The addition of black alloy wheels significantly enhances the overall appearance of the motorcycle. The Passion Plus gets chrome finish on exhaust.
Honda Shine 100 gets similar design as its bigger sibling Shine 125. It gets a black headlamp cowl, chrome exhaust muffler cover, a long single seat, all-black alloy wheels, a blackened engine casing, an aluminum grab rail, and other features. It also gets a black headlamp cowl. Black with Red Stripes, Black with Blue Stripes, Black with Green Stripes, Black with Gold Stripes, and Black with Grey Stripes are the 5 colour options for the new Honda motorcycle.
Hero Passion Plus Vs Honda Shine 100 - Dimensions
| Hero Passion Plus | Honda Shine 100 | |
| Length | 1982 mm | 1955 mm |
| Width | 770 mm | 754 mm |
| Height | 1087 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1235 mm | 1245 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 168 mm | 168 mm |
| Weight | 115 kg | 99 kg |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 786 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 11 litres | 9 litres |
The Hero Passion Plus surpasses the Honda Shine 100 in terms of size, boasting larger dimensions, a higher fuel tank capacity, and a heavier build compared to the Shine 100.
Also Read: Honda Shine 100 Is Now Available With A 10 Year Warranty - Read Details
Hero Passion Plus Vs Honda Shine 100 - Engine Specifications
The Hero Passion Plus and Honda Shine 100 both comes with a 100cc engine.
| Specifications | Hero Passion Plus | Honda Shine 100 |
| Engine Capacity | 97.2 cc | 98.98 cc |
| Peak Power | 7.9 bhp | 7.28 bhp |
| Peak Torque | 8.05 Nm | 8.05 Nm |
| Transmission | 4-speed | 4-speed |
The Honda Shine features a larger engine capacity compared to the Hero Passion Plus but produces slightly less power. However, both motorcycles generate similar torque and are equipped with a 4-speed transmission.
Hero Passion Plus Vs Honda Shine 100 - Tyres, Brakes & Suspension
| Hero Passion Plus | Honda Shine 100 | |
| Front Brake | 130 mm Drum | 130 mm Drum |
| Rear Brake | 130 mm Drum | 110 mm Drum |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear Suspension | Twin Tube | Twin Tube |
| Front Tyre | 80/100-18, Tubeless | 2.75 - 17 41P, Tube Type |
| Rear Tyre | 100/90-18, Tubeless | 3.00 - 17 50P, Tube Type |
In terms of hardware, the Hero Passion Plus outperforms the Honda Shine 100; it has a larger rear brake, larger tyres, and tubeless wheels, among other advantages.
Hero Passion Plus Vs Honda Shine 100 - Features
The Hero Passion Plus incorporates a semi-digital instrument cluster, which includes a digital fuel gauge, trip meter, odometer, and an analogue speedometer among its features. Additionally, the revised version introduces Hero's i3S technology, a USB charging connector, and a side stand indicator.
The Shine 100 offers some basic features such as a halogen headlamp, tail lights, and indicators, along with an analogue twin-pod instrument dashboard. Other practical features include a side stand inhibitor and a combined brake system.
Also Read: Top Highlights Of 2023 Hero Passion Plus - Read Details
Hero Passion Plus Vs Honda Shine 100 - Pricing
The Hero Passion Plus carries a price tag of Rs 76,301 (ex-showroom), while the Honda Shine 100 is priced at Rs 64,900 (ex-showroom). This results in a price difference of Rs 11,401 between the two motorcycles.
Verdict
The Hero Passion Plus stands out on the road due to its larger size, giving it a greater road presence compared to the Honda Shine 100. Additionally, the Passion Plus offers modern features, improved hardware, and other superior features over the Honda Shine 100. However, these enhanced updates come with a price difference of Rs 11,401, exceeding the price of the Honda Shine 100. You can join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Group for all of such latest updates from the automotive industry.
