Hero MotoCorp
Hero MotoCorp Glamour X 125
Loaded with tech but still riding on drum brakes
In short
The Glamour X 125 is Hero's feature-heavy commuter, pairing an 11.4bhp, 124.7cc engine with bluetooth, ride modes and turn-by-turn navigation from ₹89,562. It claims 65kmpl, but even the disc-badged variant is listed with drum brakes at both ends, an odd mismatch for a bike this equipped.
- Engine
- 125 cc
- Power
- 11.4 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 65 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 125.5 kg
What works
- Bluetooth, ride modes and turn-by-turn navigation rare at this price
- Claimed 65kmpl keeps running costs low for a sports commuter
- Idle start-stop and USB charging aid daily city use
What doesn't
- Drum brakes at both ends despite the disc-badged top variant
- 11.4bhp trails the Xtreme 125R and Pulsar 125 on paper
- Positioned as a 'sports' 125 without a disc brake to match
Best for: Tech-focused commuters, Style-conscious first buyers
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
The Glamour X 125 is sold in 2 variants, from ₹89,562 for the Drum to ₹96,318 for the Disc, ex-showroom Delhi.
That makes it priced 4th lowest among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Super Splendor Xtec 2.0 (₹3,637 less) and the Pulsar 125 (₹3,945 more).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹1.03 Lakh for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Drum | ₹89,562 | |
Disc | ₹96,318 |
Mileage
Glamour X 125's claimed mileage is 65 kmpl. Owners and our own riding put the real figure between 56 and 62 kmpl, roughly 9% under the brochure number, which is typical once traffic, a pillion and short trips are factored in.
Among the 67 sports bikes we have reviewed it ranks 3rd for mileage, 23 kmpl above the group average of 42 kmpl.
Engine and ride
The 125cc air-cooled engine makes 11.4 bhp and 10.5 Nm through a 5 Speed. With a kerb weight of 125.5 kg that is 91 bhp per tonne, 60th best power-to-weight of the 73 bikes in this class we have reviewed.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
At 790 mm the seat is average for the class; most riders from 5'5" up will be comfortable at stops.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The Glamour X 125 tries to out-tech its way past segment rivals, bundling bluetooth connectivity, ride modes and turn-by-turn navigation onto a ₹89,562 commuter. It is a genuinely well-equipped bike on paper, but the brake spec sheet lists drum units front and rear on both the Drum and Disc trims, which sits oddly with the rest of the feature list.
Riding it every day
The 124.7cc engine makes a competitive 11.4bhp and 10.5Nm, enough for confident city riding and occasional highway stints up to its claimed 105kmph top speed. Claimed efficiency of 65kmpl is strong for the class, and real-world figures in the 56-62kmpl band should keep fuel bills low. The digital console, USB port and idle start-stop make it feel modern for daily use, and the 790mm seat height suits most riders.
What to know before buying
Check the brakes before you sign anything. Both listed variants show drum brakes at 130mm, so the 'Disc' naming may not mean what it implies, and it is worth confirming with your dealer. Compared to the Xtreme 125R at a similar price, the Glamour X 125 trades some outright power for a longer features list, so decide which matters more to you.
Who should buy it
This fits buyers who want a modern-feeling commuter with genuine convenience features like navigation and ride modes, and who ride mostly in the city where drum brakes are a manageable compromise. Riders prioritising outright braking confidence or higher power should cross-shop the Xtreme 125R or a disc-equipped rival before deciding.
Features and colours
- Tubeless tyres
- Alloy wheels
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- LED headlamp
- LED daytime running lamp
- Digital console
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Ride modes
- USB charging port
- +2 more
On safety kit the Glamour X 125 has tubeless tyres and side-stand engine cut-off.
Against Super Splendor Xtec 2.0, Glamour or SP 125, it gets bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, ride modes and engine kill switch that most rivals skip.
What it lacks: hazard lamps and led tail lamp, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.
It is offered in 5 colours: Metallic Nexus Blue, Matt Metallic Silver, Candy Blazing Red, Black Teal Blue and Black Pearl Red. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 5 years or 70,000 km. After the free services, the recommended interval is every 3,000 km.
Hero MotoCorp runs one of the largest sales and service network in India, at roughly 9,000 touchpoints. Spares and a mechanic who knows the model are rarely far away.
The Glamour X 125 launched in 2025, so long-term reliability and resale data are still thin. That is not a mark against it, just a reason to prefer the standard warranty and keep service records.
Glamour X 125: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Hero MotoCorp Glamour X 125?
- The Glamour X 125 costs between ₹89,562 and ₹96,318 ex-showroom Delhi across 2 variants, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance and varies by state.
- What is the on-road price of the Glamour X 125 in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹1.03 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹89,562 ex-showroom plus ₹7,165 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹5,461 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the mileage of the Glamour X 125?
- Claimed mileage is 65 kmpl. Owners typically see 56–62 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the Glamour X 125 cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹1.61 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹1,253 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the Glamour X 125?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹2,840 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the Glamour X 125?
- It uses a 125cc engine producing 11.4 bhp and 10.5 Nm, with a 5 speed.
- Is the Glamour X 125 suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 790 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- Glamour X 125 or Super Splendor Xtec 2.0: which is better?
- The Super Splendor Xtec 2.0 is ₹3,637 less expensive to start and more efficient at 75 kmpl against 65 kmpl. Pick the Glamour X 125 for tech-focused commuters, the Super Splendor Xtec 2.0 for efficiency-focused commuting. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the Glamour X 125?
- Among the 75 sports bikes we have reviewed, the Splendor Plus Flex Fuel (₹81,196), the Super Splendor Xtec 2.0 (₹85,925), the HF Deluxe Flex Fuel (₹69,812) start lower.
- Is the Glamour X 125's Disc variant actually fitted with a disc brake?
- Going by the specifications available, both the Drum and Disc trims list a drum brake up front, so buyers expecting a disc should confirm this at the dealership before booking. Treat the variant name as unconfirmed until you see the bike in person.
- Can the Glamour X 125 handle a two-up highway ride?
- It should manage short highway stretches two-up given its 11.4bhp and 125.5kg kerb weight, but with drum brakes at both ends, expect longer stopping distances than disc-equipped rivals. Keep speeds moderate with a pillion aboard.
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