At a Glance
Key differences that define each motorcycle
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
- 97.2 cc Air-Cooled, 2-valve
- 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
- 73 km/l (ARAI)
- 9.8-litre tank
- 2 variants available
- Bluetooth digital console
Honda Shine 100 DX
- 98.98 cc Air-Cooled, 2-valve
- 7.28 PS @ 7500 rpm
- ~65 km/l (Owner Reported)
- 10-litre tank
- 1 variant available
- Lightest at 103 kg
Full Specification Comparison
Every number that matters — side by side
| Specification | Hero Splendor Plus XTEC | Honda Shine 100 DX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine & Performance | ||
| Displacement | 97.2 cc | 98.98 cc |
| Cooling System | Air-Cooled | Air-Cooled |
| Max Power | 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm | 7.28 PS @ 7500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 8.04 Nm @ 5000 rpm |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 2 |
| Bore × Stroke | 50.0 × 49.5 mm | 47.0 × 57.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 : 1 | 9.7 : 1 |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 (OBD2B) | BS6 Phase 2 (OBD2) |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual | 4-Speed Manual |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate |
| Gear Shifting Pattern | All 4 gears down | 1 down, 3 up |
| Top Speed | 90 km/h | 85 km/h |
| Idle Stop-Start | Yes (i3S) | No |
| Riding Modes | No | No |
| Fuel & Range | ||
| Mileage (Claimed) | 73 km/l (ARAI) | ~65 km/l (Owner Reported) |
| Mileage (Real-world) | 60–68 km/l | ~60–65 km/l |
| Fuel Tank | 9.8 litres | 10 litres |
| Reserve Capacity | 1.0 litre | 1.4 litres |
| Riding Range | ~650–715 km | ~600–650 km |
| Brakes & Wheels | ||
| Braking System | IBS / CBS (Disc variant available) | CBS (Drum only) |
| Front Brake | 130 mm Drum / 240 mm Disc (variant dependent) | 130 mm Drum |
| Rear Brake | 130 mm Drum | 130 mm Drum |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Tyre Size (F / R) | 80/100-18 | 80/100-17 / 100/80-17 |
| Wheel Size | 18-inch | 17-inch |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
| Suspension & Chassis | ||
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Hydraulic | Telescopic Fork |
| Rear Suspension | 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic | Twin Hydraulic Shock Absorbers |
| Rear Preload Adjuster | Yes | No |
| Chassis | Tubular Double Cradle | Diamond Type Frame |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Kerb Weight | 112 kg | 103 kg |
| Seat Height | 785 mm | 786 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 168 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1236 mm | 1245 mm |
| Overall L × W × H | 1970 × 720 × 1045 mm | 1955 × 754 × 1050 mm |
| Features & Electronics | ||
| Instrument Console | Fully Digital | Digital LCD |
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Digital |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | No |
| Clock | Yes | No |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No |
| Service Reminder | Yes | No |
| Tripmeter | Digital | Digital |
| Tachometer | No | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Call & SMS Alerts | Yes | No |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| USB Charging Port | No | No |
| Headlight Type | Halogen | Halogen |
| DRLs | No | No |
| Brake / Tail Light | LED | Bulb |
| Turn Signals | Bulb | Bulb |
| Hazard Warning Lights | No | No |
| Side Stand Engine Cut-off | Yes | Yes |
| Start Type | Electric & Kick | Self & Kick |
| Keyless Ignition | No | No |
| Traction Control | No | No |
| Price & Warranty | ||
| Starting Price (ex-showroom) | ₹78,647 | ₹71,511 |
| Top Variant Price | ₹81,689 | ₹71,511 |
| Number of Variants | 2 | 1 |
| Standard Warranty | 5 Years / 70,000 km | 3 Years / 42,000 km |
★ Green highlights indicate the stronger value in each row. Prices are ex-showroom India averages and may vary by city.
Variant-wise Price Comparison
All variants laid out — find the right one for your budget
Splendor Plus XTEC Variants
Shine 100 DX Variants
Pros & Cons
Honest strengths and weaknesses of each bike
Pros
- Bluetooth connectivity with call & SMS alerts
- Higher ARAI-certified mileage at 73 km/l
- Gear indicator, clock, and distance-to-empty display
- Service reminder on digital console
- Higher power output (8.02 PS vs 7.28 PS)
- Front disc brake option available (₹81,689 variant)
- 5-step adjustable rear preload
- LED brake/tail light
- OBD2B compliance — latest emission standard
- Exceptional 5-year / 70,000 km warranty
- Idle stop-start (i3S) technology
Cons
- Higher starting price (₹78,647 vs ₹71,511)
- Heavier at 112 kg vs 103 kg
- No USB charging port
- No LED headlamp
- Only 2 variants — less choice
- Less ground clearance (165 mm vs 168 mm)
Pros
- Significantly lower price at ₹71,511
- Lightest at just 103 kg — easiest to handle
- Larger 10-litre fuel tank
- More ground clearance (168 mm)
- Longer wheelbase (1245 mm) for stability
- Digital LCD console with key trip data
- Trusted Honda reliability and service network
- Larger 1.4-litre reserve capacity
Cons
- No Bluetooth or mobile connectivity
- No ARAI mileage claim — only owner-reported figures
- Lower peak power (7.28 PS vs 8.02 PS)
- No disc brake option on any variant
- No gear indicator
- No clock or distance-to-empty
- No service reminder
- Bulb tail light vs LED on XTEC
- Significantly shorter warranty (3 years / 42,000 km)
- No rear preload adjuster
- Only 1 variant — no choice
Key Differences Explained
What really sets these two bikes apart
Engine & Performance
The XTEC produces 8.02 PS and 8.05 Nm from its 97.2 cc engine, while the Shine 100 DX makes 7.28 PS and 8.04 Nm from its 98.98 cc unit. Despite the Shine's slightly larger displacement, the XTEC has measurably more power — roughly 10% higher. The XTEC also has a higher top speed of 90 km/h versus 85 km/h. Both are air-cooled, 2-valve, single-cylinder commuter engines tuned for smooth city riding rather than outright performance.
Digital Features & Connectivity
The XTEC's defining advantage is its Bluetooth-enabled fully digital console with call and SMS alerts, gear indicator, clock, distance-to-empty and service reminder. The Shine 100 DX offers a digital LCD console with speed, fuel and trip data — useful, but with no Bluetooth, no gear indicator, no clock and no service alerts. For urban riders who rely on smartphone connectivity, the XTEC is categorically superior in this area.
Weight & Handling
The Honda Shine 100 DX is 9 kg lighter at 103 kg versus the XTEC's 112 kg. This is a meaningful difference in stop-go city traffic, especially for shorter riders or those who frequently manoeuvre in tight spaces. The Shine also benefits from 17-inch wheels and a wider rear tyre (100/80-17), which can improve low-speed stability, while the XTEC runs larger 18-inch wheels more suited for bumpy road absorption.
Fuel Efficiency & Range
The XTEC has a significant advantage here with an ARAI-certified 73 km/l figure. The Shine 100 DX has no official ARAI mileage claim, with owner-reported figures of approximately 65 km/l. The XTEC's verified figure is more trustworthy and meaningful. Despite the Shine's slightly larger 10-litre tank (vs 9.8 litres), the XTEC's better efficiency gives it a superior estimated riding range of ~650–715 km versus ~600–650 km for the Shine.
Warranty & Ownership
This is one of the most decisive differences. The XTEC offers a 5-year / 70,000 km warranty while the Shine 100 DX offers just 3 years / 42,000 km. The XTEC covers 67% more kilometres under warranty. For a daily commuter clocking 15,000–20,000 km per year, the XTEC's warranty outlasts the Shine's by over two years of kilometre coverage — a significant financial safety net for out-of-warranty repairs.
Price & Value
The Shine 100 DX starts ₹7,136 cheaper at ₹71,511 versus the XTEC's ₹78,647. That is a meaningful gap in this segment. However, when you factor in the XTEC's Bluetooth features, higher ARAI mileage, disc brake option, LED tail light, gear indicator, significantly better warranty coverage, and higher resale value of the Splendor nameplate — the XTEC delivers strong long-term value despite its higher sticker price.
Expert Verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
Buy the Splendor Plus XTEC if…
- You want Bluetooth connectivity and call/SMS alerts
- ARAI-certified mileage matters over owner-reported figures
- A front disc brake option is important to you
- Long-term warranty coverage (5 yrs / 70,000 km) is a priority
- Gear indicator, clock and service reminder add daily value
- You want more power (8.02 PS) and higher top speed (90 km/h)
- LED tail light and OBD2B compliance are relevant to you
Buy the Shine 100 DX if…
- Budget is the primary factor — ₹7,136 cheaper to buy
- Lightweight handling (103 kg) is important for your riding
- You prefer Honda's brand and service network
- A larger 10-litre tank with 1.4-litre reserve suits you
- Digital console for basic trip data is sufficient
- Extra ground clearance (168 mm) matters on your roads
- Connectivity features are not a priority for you
Overall Winner for Most Buyers: Hero Splendor Plus XTEC. Despite its ₹7,136 higher price, the Splendor Plus XTEC delivers a significantly stronger overall package — ARAI-certified 73 km/l mileage, Bluetooth connectivity with call and SMS alerts, gear indicator, service reminder, clock, distance-to-empty, a disc brake option, LED tail light, more power, and a vastly superior 5-year / 70,000 km warranty versus the Shine 100 DX's 3-year / 42,000 km coverage. The Honda Shine 100 DX is the right pick only if strict budget constraints make the ₹7,136 gap decisive, or if you specifically prefer Honda's lighter build and service network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions answered by our experts
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is better for most buyers — it offers Bluetooth connectivity, a fully digital console with call and SMS alerts, higher ARAI-certified mileage (73 km/l), a disc brake option, more power (8.02 PS), a longer warranty (5 years / 70,000 km), and LED tail light. The Honda Shine 100 DX is better if budget is the top priority (₹7,136 cheaper), lightweight handling (103 kg) is important, or you prefer Honda's service network.
The Honda Shine 100 DX starts at ₹71,511 while the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC starts at ₹78,647 ex-showroom — a base difference of ₹7,136. The XTEC's top disc variant costs ₹81,689, making the maximum gap ₹10,178. The Shine 100 DX has only one variant, while the XTEC offers two. All prices are ex-showroom India averages and may vary by city.
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC has a significantly stronger mileage claim at 73 km/l (ARAI certified). The Honda Shine 100 DX does not have an official ARAI mileage figure; owner-reported figures are approximately 65 km/l. The XTEC's ARAI-backed figure is more reliable. Despite the Shine's marginally larger 10-litre tank, the XTEC's better efficiency gives it an estimated range advantage of ~650–715 km versus ~600–650 km.
The Honda Shine 100 DX is considerably lighter at 103 kg kerb weight versus the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC at 112 kg — a difference of 9 kg. This makes the Shine noticeably easier to manoeuvre in tight urban conditions, at parking lots, or for lighter and shorter riders. If lightweight handling is a priority, the Shine 100 DX has a clear edge.
No, the Honda Shine 100 DX does not have Bluetooth connectivity. It features a digital LCD console with speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge and tripmeter, but no mobile pairing, no call alerts and no SMS alerts. The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC offers Bluetooth connectivity with call and SMS alerts as standard across both its variants.
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC has a far superior warranty at 5 years or 70,000 km, compared to the Honda Shine 100 DX's 3 years or 42,000 km. The XTEC covers 67% more kilometres under warranty. For a rider covering 15,000–20,000 km per year, the XTEC's warranty lasts significantly longer, providing much better protection against unexpected repair costs after the Honda's shorter warranty expires.