Hero MotoCorp today officially launched its new 125 cc scooter in India, the new Hero Destini 125. It's the first 125 cc model to join the company's scooter line-up and is offered in two variants, LX and VX, priced at Rs. 54,650 and Rs. 57,500 (ex-showroom, Delhi) respectively. Being the company's new flagship offering, the new Destini 125 comes with bold exterior styling, a host of smart features and an all-new engine. We list down some of the top features offered with the all-new Hero Destini 125.
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Design and Styling
The Hero Destini 125 is based on the Duet 110, however, the panels and the exterior styling is all new. The scooter comes with a metal body with a bold premium Chrome insert on the apron and new taillamp with integrated side indicators. Other styling bits include side chrome garnishes, new body colour mirrors, and a dual tone seat cover. The Destini 125 comes in four premium metallic colours - Noble Red, Chestnut Bronze, Panther Black and Pearl Silver White.
New Engine
The new Hero Destini 125 is powered by an all-new 124.6 cc air-cooled single cylinder, 4-stroke Energy Boost Engine. It's essentially a bored out version of the 110 cc mill from the Duet 110, which offers better low-end power for higher urban usability. The engine offers a maximum of 8.7 bhp at 6750 rpm and develops a 10.2 Nm of peak torque available at 5000 rpm. The engine is mated to a CVT automatic transmission and comes with both electric and kick starter function. The powertrain offers 17 per cent higher torque and 9 per cent higher power than the existing 110cc scooter.
Hero Destini 125 gets a new 124.6 cc air-cooled single cylinder
Hero i3S Technology
The new Destini 125 is the first scooter from the home-grown two-wheeler maker to get Hero MotoCorp's i3S (Idle-stop-start system) technology, which will aide in offering enhanced fuel efficiency.
Smart Equipment
The Hero Destini 125 comes with a host of smart equipment and features like - a digital-analogue speedometer, side stand indicator and service due reminder. The scooter also features a pass switch, external fuel filling, remote key opening, Mobile charging port, Always Headlamp On (AHO) function and boot light.
Wheels, Tyre & Suspension
The Destini 125 comes with 10-inch wheels (cast wheels on VX) that are shod in 90/100 tubeless tyres with an Integrated Braking System. The scooter also comes with telescopic suspension up front and spring hydraulic type at the rear.
