{"id":20910,"date":"2014-02-06T18:11:28","date_gmt":"2014-02-06T12:41:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/?p=20910"},"modified":"2014-02-06T18:33:34","modified_gmt":"2014-02-06T13:03:34","slug":"hero-motocorp-unveils-new-exciting-range-of-scooters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/hero-motocorp-unveils-new-exciting-range-of-scooters\/","title":{"rendered":"Hero MotoCorp unveils new exciting range of scooters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hero Motocorp unveils two new scooters today.The new models are Zir-new 150cc scooter and Dare, 125cc scooter.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-4.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-4.jpg\" alt=\"hero-4\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-20957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-4.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-4-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cZIR\u201d <\/strong>&#8211; THE ALL-NEW 150-CC SCOOTER<\/p>\n<p>Having already gained customer-traction with significant volumes coming from its well-established scooter brands \u2013 the 100 cc \u2018Pleasure\u2019 designed for women users, and the 110 cc masculine \u2018Maestro\u2019 \u2013 meant for boys, Hero now defines a new segment \u2013 the 150cc scooter  \u2013 with its all new offering  &#8211; the ZIR.<\/p>\n<p>ZIR range comes in two variants, the flat floor board model and a European style step thru model. These scooters come with a powerful Liquid Cooled, 4-Stroke 2 Valves OHC engine that produces the maximum power of 10.5 kW and torque of 12.7 Nm. Its Forced Dynamic Cooling Air System maintains an apt temperature of the liquid coolant during long high speed rides. The Integrated hydraulic Braking System combined with Hydraulic disc brakes in the front and the rear ensures enhanced control while riding. The large fuel tank capacity of 9 litres ensures a smooth and uninterrupted ride for long distance commuting. The ZIR touches a top speed of over 110 kmph<\/p>\n<p>The overall design makes a distinctly bold style statement with its European-styled step seat, sporty front protection screen, dual projector lamps with day running lights, flower type disc plates, bright LED winkers and tail lamp, integrated pillion handle and a combo of digital &#8211; analog console. What adds to the great utility is a socket for mobile phone charging and EFI system will communicate with smart phone for all Engine \/ Riding information through Ride-Stat app.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from the above mentioned features, the European style step thru variant includes cowl-mounted console and large protection summer screen that characterize its unique style.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-zir-150cc-scooter-02.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-zir-150cc-scooter-02.jpg\" alt=\"hero-zir-150cc-scooter-02\" width=\"467\" height=\"350\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-20822\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-zir-150cc-scooter-02.jpg 467w, https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-zir-150cc-scooter-02-300x224.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>DARE<\/strong> &#8211; THE AGGRESSIVELY-STYLED 125-CC SCOOTER<\/p>\n<p>The masculine scooter &#8211; \u2018DARE\u2019- marks Hero MotoCorp\u2019s foray in the fast-growing 125-cc scooter segment.  The sturdy DARE comes with a Forced Air Cooled, 4-Stroke Cylinder OHC Engine that delivers maximum power of 6,8 kW and torque of 9,5 Nm<\/p>\n<p>Targeted at men, DARE is loaded with external features that enhance the overall style statement such as dual-tone body colour, sporty textured seat, telescopic forks, dual tone alloy wheels, LED day light, LED tail light, full digital console and body painted brake calliper. This too comes with some standard utility features such as mobile phone charging socket, side stand indicator, pass switch and boot light.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-dare-125cc-scooter-1-5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-dare-125cc-scooter-1-5.jpg\" alt=\"hero-dare-125cc-scooter-1 (5)\" width=\"467\" height=\"350\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-20840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-dare-125cc-scooter-1-5.jpg 467w, https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/02\/hero-dare-125cc-scooter-1-5-300x224.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>DASH &#8211; THE ALL-NEW FLAMBOYANT 110-CC SCOOTER<\/p>\n<p>Hero also showcased the recently unveiled, 110-cc jazzy scooter \u2018DASH\u2019 that comes with a Forced Air Cooled, 4-Stroke Cylinder OHC Engine. Amongst the new utility features it includes Fuel Lid opening with Ignition key, a combo analogue digital meter, LED tail light, side stand indicator, Integrated Braking System (IBS), USB mobile charger, service due indicator and boot light. It comes with a unique E \u2013 Coded security key.<\/p>\n<p>With this comprehensive product range, Hero expects to further enhance its presence in the scooter segment. The Company\u2019s share in the scooter market has been consistently going up, selling an average of over 60,000 units per month with its two existing scooter brands \u2013 the Pleasure and Maestro. Hero is now scaling up its monthly production of scooters to over 75,000 units to meet the increasing market demand.<\/p>\n<p>Hero unveiled a slew of game-changing two-wheelers across-the-spectrum at the Delhi Motor Show 2014.  The next-generation range of two-wheelers include the new 620-cc superbike \u2018Hastur\u2019; the new 250-cc sports bike \u2018HX250R\u2019, the Turbo-Charged Direct Injection Diesel engine Concept Bike \u2018RNT\u2019 and India\u2019s first Series Hybrid Scooter \u2018LEAP\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Hero also gave a glimpse of its futuristic thinking with its new motorcycle concepts, \u2018SimplEcity\u2019 \u2013 the incredibly lightweight electric motorcycle and \u2018iON\u2019 &#8211; the electric motorcycle driven by Li \u2013 Air and Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology. New models showcased at the Auto Expo to be launched soon included the new 150-cc \u2018Xtreme Sports\u2019, the new 100-cc \u2018Splendor Pro Classic\u2019 and the new \u2018Passion Pro TR\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Pawan Munjal, MD &amp; Chief Executive Officer said, \u201cWe have more than 30 two-wheeler models on display at this Auto Expo that includes our new platforms, our existing models and some of the new concepts that are based on alternate fuel and technology. Amongst the ones that are at pre-production stage include high-powered motorcycles and India\u2019s first series hybrid scooter. Our repertoire now becomes much more wide-ranging and diversified with the launch of a bouquet of exciting new scooters.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHaving grown at a much-faster pace than the industry in the scooter market, we are rapidly expanding our scooter portfolio with the clear objective of attaining leadership in this segment as well. From latest technology, highly innovative features, more powerful engines, to global styling &#8211; these products are designed to exceed the expectations of our customers in India and across the globe. Our new range of models, therefore, is also a reflection of our strong technology prowess and our determination to keep innovating in order to expand our global footprint.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hero Motocorp unveils two new scooters today.The new models are Zir-new 150cc scooter and Dare, 125cc scooter. \u201cZIR\u201d &#8211; THE ALL-NEW 150-CC SCOOTER Having already gained customer-traction with significant volumes coming from its well-established scooter brands \u2013 the 100 cc \u2018Pleasure\u2019 designed for women users, and the 110 cc masculine \u2018Maestro\u2019 \u2013 meant for boys, &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/hero-motocorp-unveils-new-exciting-range-of-scooters\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Hero MotoCorp unveils new exciting range of scooters&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[19],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20910"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=20910"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20910\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":20958,"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/20910\/revisions\/20958"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=20910"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=20910"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vicky.in\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=20910"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}