Nov 21, 2016 12:29 PM
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The Splendor has made a lasting impression in the market with a no-nonsense design,
bullet-proof build quality, and commendable fuel efficiency. With prices starting at ? 45,850 (Ex-showroom Delhi) and a mileage of more than 70 kmpl, Splendor has become the household name when it comes t o frugal commuters. The 100cc engine churns out a modest 8.2 Bhp of power and 8 Nm of torque which is adequate for city commuting. It also features optional alloy wheels. TVS Star Sport and Bajaj Platina are some of the other contenders in the 100cc commuter segment. The bike is available in 9 different colours.
The Splendor today is available in several variants and models, and the Splendor Plus has more or less retained the looks of the original Splendor. The overall design language remains the same, but the Splendor Plus has a few subtle changes – a new sleek headlamp, changed graphics and alloy wheels offered as an option. The instrument panel also looks as the same twin-pod unit of the old Splendor, with an analog speedometer and odometer on the left one and fuel gauge and other tell tale lights on the right. Overall, the Splendor’s looks haven’t changed much and some would call it outdated even. But it’s a familiar 100cc motorcycle and gives it an ubiquitous yet unmistakable appearance of a sturdy, reliable and fuel efficient 100cc bike. In terms of specifications, the engine is the same 97.2cc air-cooled, four stroke single cylinder unit which makes 7.5PS of power at 8000rpm and maximum torque of 7.95Nm at 5,000rpm. Not earth-shattering figures, but par for the course for similar kind of 100cc fuel-efficient bikes. Ergonomics are commuter friendly and the simple suspension set up of telescopic fork at the front and hydraulic shocks at the rear is reliable and does its job well. Priced competitively in its segment, the Splendor Plus still continues to be a favourite, just because of its refined, low maintenance engine and superb value for money proposition. This is one 100cc bike which continues to sell in respectable numbers due to its price and mileage and is a sought after bike in the 100cc commuter segment.
