Barring a new set of clothes, there’s nothing to separate the Glamour from a Super Splendor. A blindfolded rider would be forgiven for not noticing the disparity between either of these Hero Hondas. It’s a pity Hero Honda has chosen this road to ride down, for we believe the Indian bike buyer has become more discerning and expects more from motorcycles.
The Glamour should have offered a little more go to match its show. The fact of the matter is that the ‘new’ bike rides and performs just like a clone; it apes the underpowered feel of the first Quantum Core motor-equipped Super Splendor. We believe the glitzy-looking Glamour will be hardpressed to match the segment leaders, Bajaj’s Discover and Yamaha’s Fazer.

TESTERS NOTES
Novel switchgear imparts a positive and solid feel.

Refined and reliable-feeling engine would benefit from better gearshifting.

Silver-painted framework is an original styling effort.