Hero Launches HF Deluxe and Splendor+ Flex Fuel Versions, Starting From Rs 72,792
By Arjun Nair
Published June 4, 2026
Hero has launched the Flex Fuel versions of it’s highest selling commuter motorcycles, HF Deluxe and Splendor+, supporting up to 85 percent ethanol-blended fuel. Both bikes also feature updated electronics, revised fuel systems, and a slight power bump over the standard, E20 compatible versions.
The HF Deluxe Flex fuel is priced at Rs. 72,792 (ex-showroom), a mere Rs. 172 over the standard HF Deluxe. The Splendor+ Flex Fuel priced at Rs. 82,810 (ex-showroom), comes at a larger Rs. 5,153 premium over its standard counterpart.
| Specification | HF Deluxe Flex Fuel | Splendor+ Flex Fuel |
|---|---|---|
| Price (Ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs. 72,792 | Rs. 82,810 |
| Engine | 97.2cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder | 97.2cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder |
| Fuel Compatibility | E20 to E85 | E20 to E85 |
| Power Output (on E85) | 8.4 bhp @ 8000 rpm | 8.4 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| Torque Output (on E85) | 8.3 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 8.3 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Instrument Cluster | Twin-pod semi-digital | Digi-analogue unit |
| Suspension | Telescopic fork, twin rear shocks | Telescopic fork, twin rear shocks |
| Wheels | 18-inch alloy wheels | 18-inch alloy wheels |
| Brakes | Drum (front & rear) | Drum (front & rear) |
| Safety Features | Side stand engine cut-off | Side stand engine cut-off |
Also Read - A full list of Every Flex Fuel Bikes and Scooters Available
Hero has made extensive upgrades underneath the skin to enable E85 compatibility. These include a revamped the fuel system with a new fuel pump, new secondary air filter, multiple ethanol resistant components, and ECU calibration.
Both HF Deluxe Flex Fuel and Splendor+ Flex Fuel now see an increased power output, producing 8.4 bhp and 8.3 Nm of torque, while the standard versions develop 7.9 bhp and 8.05 Nm of torque.
The launch of these motorcycles align with the Indian government’s push for higher ethanol blending beyond E20. Both these models are future ready for when ethanol blends such as E27, E30 or E85 are introduced more widely in the Indian market.
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