Hero Splender XTC 2.0 2026 :You can buy this motorcycle by paying only ₹5,000. Splender Plus Xtract 2.0 also gets the hazard light feature. Splender also comes with a passing switch. Now these new keys have arrived in the Xtract 2.0. One year ago this motorcycle was available for more than ₹1 lakh, but currently it is available for less than ₹1 lakh. I am
talking about the 2025 model which was priced above ₹1 lakh, and now the 2026 model is available for less than ₹1 lakh. This is the latest 2026 model of the Hero Splender XTC 2.0. What does the company offer in it? What is its new price? How many models are available? What features do you get? Should we buy it or not? Many people also
purchase it on EMI. With minimum down payment how much will you have to pay? I will tell you everything including the interest details.
Introduction
Hello friends, I Harsh welcome you to Technical SSD Automobile Publication. First of all, let us talk about the color options of this bike. In this motorcycle you will get many colors. Right now this grey color is standing with us. It comes with red color graphics and grey color graphics which make its look very attractive.
Design and 360° Look
Let us now cover it in a complete 360° view.
Left and Right Profile
This is the proper left profile of the bike. This is the right profile of the motorcycle. From the front the Splender Xtract 2.0 looks like this.
Graphics and Styling
If you look closely, you will notice stylish stickers on the body. There is a red color strip and the Hero Splender branding is mentioned on the body.
Headlight and Front Section
If we talk about the headlight, earlier people used to install aftermarket LED lights in Splender. Now the company itself provides DRLs in this motorcycle and it also comes with the hazard light feature. Everything is company fitted.
The ignition is on and you can control the headlight through the passing switch between low beam and high beam.
Front Suspension
The company provides telescopic suspension in the front. The front mudguard design also looks stylish and both sides get reflectors.
Front Wheel and Tyres
This motorcycle comes with 18-inch alloy wheels. The alloy pattern remains similar to the older model. The tyre is from JK company and it is a high-quality tubeless tyre. The front tyre profile is 80/18 tubeless.
The tyre grip pattern provides better grip, stability and also helps in achieving good mileage.
Braking System
Hero provides IBS (Integrated Braking System) in this motorcycle. In the front wheel you get a 130 mm drum braking system. Splender is also available in a disc variant which comes with around a 240 mm disc brake.
Fuel Tank and Capacity
The design of the fuel tank looks stylish. You get a 3D Hero badge on the tank along with red graphics. It also supports E20 fuel.
The tank is made completely of metal and offers a fuel tank capacity of 9.8 liters, which means you can fill around 10 liters of petrol.
Handlebar and Controls
Left Side Switches
On the left handle you get the passing switch, low beam and high beam switch, hazard lamp button, turn indicators and horn button.
Right Side Switches
On the right handle you get the i3S button and the self-start button.
Mobile Charging
A USB charging port is also provided so that you can charge your mobile while riding.
Key and Digital Meter
This motorcycle now comes with a new key design. When you turn on the key, the meter console starts like this.
Fully Digital Instrument Cluster
The bike gets a fully digital meter with many important informations such as:
- Speedometer
- Odometer
- Trip A & Trip B
- Fuel gauge
- Real-time mileage
- Bluetooth connectivity
If someone calls or sends a message, it will appear on the display. However, it does not get a digital clock which is available in the Honda Shine 100 Deluxe.
Engine Specifications
The company provides a 97.2 cc single cylinder air-cooled BS6 FI four-stroke two-valve engine.
Power and Torque
- Maximum Power: 7.9 BHP at 8000 RPM
- Maximum Torque: 8.05 Nm at 6000 RPM
This engine provides a good combination of power and torque. It also focuses on mileage efficiency.
Dimensions and Weight
- Kerb Weight: 112 kg
- Ground Clearance: 165 mm
- Seat Height: 785 mm
The bike is neither too heavy nor too light. The seating height is comfortable for most riders.
Transmission and Riding Features
The motorcycle comes with four gears. All gears shift towards the back side. The rider foot pegs are foldable which is good from a safety perspective.
You also get side stand cut-off feature and a center stand.
Seat and Comfort
The bike gets a single long seat. The seat is comfortable though slightly slim in design.
The rear suspension is multi-step adjustable which helps in improving ride comfort.
Rear Tyre and Braking
The rear tyre profile is 80/18 and it is also a tubeless tyre from JK company. The rear wheel comes with a 130 mm drum brake.
Exhaust and i3S Technology
The exhaust design was updated in 2025. It comes with a single muffler setup.
The motorcycle also includes i3S technology which helps save fuel and improves mileage.
Mileage and Performance
The expected mileage of this motorcycle is around 65–70 km per liter depending on riding style, road conditions and maintenance.
Warranty and Service
Hero provides a standard warranty of 5 years or 70,000 kilometers. This warranty can also be extended if required.
The company also offers five free services where you do not have to pay labor charges.
Price of Hero Splender XTC 2.0
The Splender Plus XTC comes in multiple variants including Xtract, XTK 2.0 and Disc variant.
- Starting price: Around ₹77,000 (ex-showroom)
- On-road price: Around ₹93,000
- XTK 2.0 ex-showroom price: Around ₹80,000
- On-road price: Around ₹86,000
EMI and Down Payment
You can purchase this motorcycle with a minimum down payment of only ₹5,000.
After the down payment, the loan amount becomes around ₹91,000. If you choose a 3-year EMI plan with 10% interest rate, your monthly EMI will be approximately between ₹3,000 and ₹3,500 for 36 months.
Final Thoughts
This motorcycle offers good mileage, reliable engine performance, comfortable riding and modern features like Bluetooth connectivity, hazard lights and USB charging.
The biggest question is whether it is better to buy a 100 cc motorcycle for around ₹1 lakh or choose a 125 cc motorcycle within the same price range. The decision depends on your usage, budget and mileage preference.
If you are looking for a reliable, fuel-efficient and affordable commuter bike, the Hero Splender XTC 2.0 2026 can be a practical choice.