Hero Honda has done it again. It has launched yet another variant of its best selling 100 C.C CD/Splendor range. And this one finally comes with alloy wheels. So how different is the NXG from the other 100 C.C motorcycles from Hero Honda..??
To find out, I swing a leg over the new Splendor NXG and take her for a test ride..
To find out, I swing a leg over the new Splendor NXG and take her for a test ride..
Looks: Along with its new Silver Colored Alloy Wheels, the Splendor NXG has a new headlamp, tank, side body panels, and taillamp, turn indicators.. and yes.. New Stickers..!! :-)
The headlamp has a design which seems to mimic the "Wolf-Eyed"/"Phantom" headlamp of the new Pulsar UGIII bikes.
Switches are of similar design as those found on the 125 C.C Super Splendors
Switches are of similar design as those found on the 125 C.C Super Splendors
The Speedometer design is new but it would have looked better with conventional twin pod meters. The one on the Splendor NXG looks more appropriate for a scooter.
Build Quality:Decent build quality if not the best
Build Quality:Decent build quality if not the best
The fuel swith has a nice design. It feels much better to operate than the usual switches with thin levers.
RideThe riding position on the Splendor NXG is quite commuter friendly and comfortable with an unright stance. The seat is quite comfortable too.
The ride though is a little bit hard...
The ride though is a little bit hard...
Handling: ..which in turn translates to stable and a better handling bike.
Which is because of the rear shocks which have a hard set up
But unforunately these are of "non" adjustable types..!!
But unforunately these are of "non" adjustable types..!!
But even the CD Deluxe (the one shown in the pic on the left) has two way adjustable rear shocks.
Engine Performance: I found the engine of the Splendor NXG similar to the 100 C.C "Splendor" and "Passion" models and not find any perceptible difference in the engine.
It was smooth and had decent power for a 100 C.C commuter
It was smooth and had decent power for a 100 C.C commuter
Tech Specs:
- Engine: 4-Stroke 97.2 C.C
- Power: 7.7 PS at 7500 rpm
- Gear: 4 Speed
- Front Tyre: 2.75 x 18
- Rear Tyre: 2.75 x 18
- Tank Capacity: 10.3 Lts
Price:The Splendor NXG is priced at just around one thousand rupees more than the Splendor+. The Delhi ex-showroom price is Rs 40,990 for the spoke version and Rs 41,990 for the alloy wheel version.
Hero Honda might say that the NXG is not a variant, but from the test ride I felt that it is nothing but a Variant. I am also confident that this us not the last one (100 C.C variant) from Hero Honda.
Hero Honda might say that the NXG is not a variant, but from the test ride I felt that it is nothing but a Variant. I am also confident that this us not the last one (100 C.C variant) from Hero Honda.
Verdict:The Splendor NXG will carry the successful 100 C.C story for Hero Honda for a few more years. It has a smooth and reliable engine. New body parts and alloys does make it look smart for a commuter. Handling is decent too. The ride quality suffers though. But with the competition (read Bajaj) lowering the price of its "Platina" to Rs. 33,000 (ex-showroom), the Splendor NXG is a bike for the Hero Honda loyalist
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