Hero MotoCorp Limited announced the launch of its first Flex Fuel motorcycles, the Splendor+ and HF Deluxe models. This represents India's first Flex Fuel motorcycles in the 100cc segment.

The motorcycles are engineered for everyday commuting and are fully compatible with ethanol-blended fuels ranging from E20 to E85. The development was done at the company's Centre for Innovation & Technology (CIT) in Jaipur with minimal-to-no import content.

Product Specifications

Splendor+ Flex Fuel:

  • 97.2cc engine delivering 6.3 kW @ 8000 rpm power output and 8.3 Nm @ 6000 rpm torque with E85 fuel
  • Flex Fuel compatibility from E20 to E85
  • Hero's patented i3S idle-stop-start technology
  • New digi-analogue instrument cluster
  • Side stand engine cut-off
  • Tubeless tyres
  • Revised ECU and upgraded fuel system components
  • New Black with Lime Yellow graphics

HF Deluxe Flex Fuel:

  • 97.2cc engine producing 6.3 kW @ 8000 rpm power output and 8.3 Nm @ 6000 rpm torque with E85 fuel
  • Flex Fuel compatibility from E20 to E85
  • New digi-analogue instrument cluster
  • Side stand engine cut-off
  • Tubeless tyres
  • Revised ECU and upgraded fuel system components
  • New Black with Lime Yellow graphics

Pricing and Launch Timeline

The HF Deluxe Flex Fuel will be priced at ₹72,792 (Ex-showroom Delhi) and the Splendor+ Flex Fuel at ₹82,710 (Ex-showroom Delhi).

The Flex Fuel portfolio will be introduced in Delhi and select regions of Maharashtra in July 2026, followed by nationwide rollout thereafter.

Event Details

The motorcycles were unveiled ahead of World Environment Day in New Delhi in the presence of:

  • Shri Nitin Gadkari, Hon'ble Minister of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH)
  • Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Hon'ble Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG)
  • Mr. Harshavardhan Chitale, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hero MotoCorp

Strategic Context

The launch supports India's national objective of reducing economic carbon intensity by 45% by 2030. The company emphasized that these motorcycles support the Government of India's vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, Viksit Bharat and long-term energy security through reduced dependence on imported crude oil.

Regulatory Disclosure

This announcement was submitted to the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. and BSE Limited as a regulatory disclosure under applicable listing regulations.