Perfect city bike, scores on every count . Review on Hero Honda Splendor

When I was in college, I used to crib about getting a bike. But it was only after I reached second year that my parents thought that I should be allowed to get one.

I test drove every bike available in town, something which made my decision tougher. The more number of bikes you test drive, the more choices you have and more is the confusion. But thanks to a mixture of gut feeling and advice of experienced blokes, I went with splender. And I never resented my decision ever. No sooner did I buy my bike, new bikes were introduced in the market.

Some of the newer bikes made splender look plain vanill simple. but thats all as far as the disadvantages of this machines are concerned. Its near flawless machine, requires very little maintenance. Even powerwise(7+ BHP) it has enough. In fact in city driving conditions you will hardly ever feel short of it. Of course there are more powerful bikes in the market, but than you pay for what you get.

Coming back to the plusses, the bike has a fairly well balanced structure and it dosn't quiver upto 75 kmph. The shock absorbtion is good and the lights are also fine for city use. The rear brake in my case wore down quickly, but I would not generalize that. The vehicle is easier to park and handy when you have to sneak through narrow gaps, so common in crowded places. driving is is hassle free and comfortable.

Perfect for working people and those who are not too keen on biking/outings/excursions. On the other side there are some negetives. The bike is not particularly comfortable for the pillion rider. The back seat slants a wee too much. The headlight is not sufficient for sub urban roads. The leg room is less for taller people. And ofcourse on excursions you would much prefer being on stronger tredier bikes. But perhaps its success is its biggest drawback. Since too many people have it, there is no joy of exclusivity in owning a splendor!!