Hero Splendor Plus XTEC vs TVS Raider

TVS Raider Price starts at Rs. 85,010 which is Rs. 5,099 costlier than base model of Hero Splendor Plus XTEC priced at Rs. 79,911. The claimed mileage of Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is 73 kmpl whereas the mileage of TVS Raider is 65.44 kmpl. In technical specifications, Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is powered by 97.2 cc engine , while TVS Raider is powered by 124.8 cc engine. Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is available in 7 different colours while TVS Raider comes with 8 colours. The Comparison Hero Splendor Plus XTEC vs TVS Raider can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Splendor Plus XTEC vs Raider

Key Highlights Splendor Plus XTEC DrumRaider Drum
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC Air and oil cooled single cylinder, SI
Max Power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
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Splendor Plus XTEC vs Raider Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC DrumTVS Raider Drum
Rating
158 reviews
651 reviews
Brand Name Hero Moto Corp TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 79,911 Get On-Road Price Rs. 85,010 Get On-Road Price
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC Air and oil cooled single cylinder, SI
Max Power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC Colors
TVS Raider Colors
Brakes Front Drum Drum
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Braking Type Integrated Braking System Synchronized Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,302 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 2,449 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,246 Splendor Plus XTEC Insurance Rs. 6,703 Raider Insurance
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Engine Type
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Air and oil cooled single cylinder, SI
Engine Displacement
97.2 cc
124.8 cc
Max Power
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
50 mm
53.5 mm
Stroke
49.5 mm
55.5 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
3
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Electronic Control Unit

Brakes Front
Drum
Drum
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Integrated Braking System
Synchronized Braking System

Braking (60-0 kmph)
...
24.23m
Braking (80-0 kmph)
...
41.94m
Braking (100-0 kmph)
...
67.46m
Mileage (City)
...
71.94 kmpl
Mileage (Highway)
...
65.44 kmpl
Mileage (Overall)
70 kmpl
67 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
...
22.04s
Top Speed
...
99 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
Front :-80/100 - 17, Rear :-100/90 - 17
Peak Power
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
...
25 psi

Seat height
785 mm
780 mm
Length*Width*Height
2000*720*1052 mm3
2070*785*1028 mm3
Wheelbase
1236 mm
1326 mm
Length
2000 mm
2070 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1052 mm
1028 mm
Width
720 mm
785 mm
Fuel Capacity
9.8 Liters
10 Liters
Kerb Weight
112 Kg
123 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Saddle Height
785 mm
780 mm
Front Brake Diameter
130 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
...
USB charging port
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 3AH
12V / 4AH
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

Frame
Tubular Double Cradle
Single cradle tubular frame
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
...
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Handle Type
Single Piece
...
Tripmeter
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
...
Techometer
...
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
...
Passenger Footrest
Underseat storage
...
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...
DRLs
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
5
...

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • Really peppy and frugal in the city
  • the bike is planted yet flickable and gets an extensive list of features for a 100cc commuter bike.
TVS Raider
  • Offers great performance for a 125cc category motorcycle
  • Great handling and rider ergonomics
  • Gets more features than any other 125cc motorcycle
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • The seat gets really vibey really quick
  • suspension tuning could be better over sharp bumps and initial feedback from the front lever is not very great.
TVS Raider
  • The design is polarizing and may not please everyone
  • Engine is buzzy post 75kmph
  • Front brakes could have been better

Is TVS Raider Better Than Hero Splendor Plus XTEC?

57% users have chosen TVS Raider over Hero Splendor Plus XTEC in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1538 users have also rated TVS Raider and Hero Splendor Plus XTEC on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences TVS Raider is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Splendor Plus XTEC Raider
Mileage 4.4 4.6
Performance 4.4 4.2
Comfort 4.4 4.4
Maintenance 4.1 4.4
Features 4.5 4.5
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. TVS Raider 125 or Honda sp160 which one is more comfortable?
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Q. Which is better, Hero Splendor Plus or TVS Raider?
  • Both TVS Raider and Hero Splendor Plus are good commuters and offer a lot to the riders. TVS’ has certainly come back to the 125cc segment with a bang with the Raider. It’s fun to ride, feature-packed, feels rather premium and is well priced too. It is definitely one of the most well-rounded offerings in the 125cc space. On the other hand, the Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city and brand accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Tvs Raider or CB Shine which is better?
  • Tvs is based for youngsters with a new look and technology. Try to go with Indian made bike like tvs.
  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. TVS’ has certainly come back to the 125cc segment with a bang with the Raider. It’s fun to ride, feature-packed, feels rather premium and is well priced too. It is definitely one of the most well-rounded offerings in the 125cc space. Whereas, The Honda Shine makes for an excellent proposition after the BS6 update. It offers a ton of features, a frugal engine with a 5-speed transmission and ACG starter motor which makes life much simpler. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read more -TVS Raider 125 First Ride Review..-TVS Raider 125 Road Test Review: The Gen Z’s Heartthrob.
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Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC Vs TVS Raider FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs TVS Raider?
As per the users experiences Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your bike. But TVS Raider is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs TVS Raider?
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is cheaper than TVS Raider by Rs. 5,099.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs TVS Raider?
For the Drum version, 97.2 cc Petrol engine of Splendor Plus XTEC produces 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Drum version, 124.8 cc Petrol engine of Raider produces 11.38 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC has better performance.

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