Hero Splendor Plus vs Suzuki Raider R150
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Hero Splendor Plus
Suzuki Raider R150
Horsepower (hp)
8.02 hp
13.5 hp
Torque (Nm)
8.05 Nm
13.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
85 km/h
130 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
112 kg
107 kg
Type
Commuter
Commuter
Horsepower
8.02 hp @ 8,000 rpm
~13.5 hp @ 9,000 rpm (carbureted); ~15.7 hp @ 9,000 rpm (Fi variant — best estimate)
Torque
8.05 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
~13.5 Nm @ 7,000 rpm (carbureted); ~14.0 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (Fi variant — best estimate)
Top Speed
85 km/h
~130 km/h (estimated; note: varies by variant and conditions)
Weight
112 kg (curb weight)
~107–112 kg (curb/wet weight depending on variant)
Fuel
2.2 L/100km (approx. 45–50 km/L real-world average)
35–40 km/L (approximately 2.5–2.9 L/100km, real-world average; Fi variant slightly more efficient)
Fairing
No
Yes
Individual Reviews
Hero Splendor Plus
7.5/10
"The most sensible used commuter money can buy, full stop."
Pros
+Legendary fuel efficiency
+Parts available everywhere cheaply
+Extremely low maintenance costs
Cons
−Zero excitement whatsoever
−Harsh suspension over bumps
−Highway speeds feel strained
Suzuki Raider R150
8.2/10
"The sharpest used buy under two grand, period."
Pros
+Strong, rev-happy engine
+Tight, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Fuel injection runs cleanly
Cons
−Cam chain tensioner concerns
−Cramped above average height
−Wind protection essentially nonexistent
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