The Passion Plus uses the same 8hp, 8.05Nm, 97.2cc mill as the HF and Splendor models.
As we had reported earlier, Hero has now officially re-launched the Passion Plus in India after its discontinuation with the onset of the BS6 norms 3 years ago.
Hero Passion Plus: engine, underpinnings, features
The Passion Plus is the fifth model in Hero’s lineup to use the long-standing air-cooled, 97.2cc, single-cylinder ‘Sloper’ mill that makes the same 8hp and 8.05 Nm of torque as it does in the HF and Splendor models. This engine is now OBD-2 compliant and E20 ready and is also equipped with Hero’s proprietary i3s start/stop tech.
Nestling this little mill is a double cradle frame suspended by a telescopic fork and twin shock absorbers. However, at 115 kg, it is the heaviest of all Hero’s 100cc models. Stopping duties are handled by 130mm drum brakes at both ends. The Passion Plus’ cast alloy wheels are shod with tubeless tyres sized 80/100-18 at both ends.
The returning Passion Plus is available in three colours and comes standard with a self start, digi-analogue display and it also has a USB charging port.
Hero Passion Plus: price and rivals
At Rs 76,065 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the Passion Plus is the most expensive of all the 100cc Hero models. In the hotly contested 100cc segment, Hero now has 5 bikes and they go up against the newly-launched Honda Shine and the Bajaj Platina.
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