Hero MotoCorp’s popular commuter motorcycle, the Glamour, has been spotted in a spy shot featuring an exciting new LCD dashboard and, surprisingly, what appears to be cruise control functionality.
Cruise Control: A Game Changer for Commuter Bikes?
The biggest revelation from the spy shots is the apparent inclusion of cruise control. If confirmed, this would be a first for any Hero motorcycle, and it’s quite remarkable to see it on a commuter bike like the Glamour rather than a more premium model.
Currently, the TVS Apache RTR 310 holds the title for the most affordable motorcycle with cruise control. If Hero manages to offer this feature on the Glamour without a significant price hike, it could truly disrupt the market, making advanced tech accessible to a wider audience.
A key question remains: will this system use ride-by-wire technology? This is the most common way to implement cruise control, but it could increase the Glamour’s cost, a sensitive point in the budget-focused 125cc segment.
New LCD Dash and More
Beyond cruise control, the spied test mule also reveals a new color LCD dashboard. This unit appears to be borrowed from the Xtreme 250R, complete with a distinctive vertical rev-counter.
However, keeping the Glamour’s budget positioning in mind, some features like an oil temperature indicator seem to have been omitted from this display. The test bike itself was unusual, wrapped in brown duct tape instead of the typical black-and-white camouflage.
What This Means for the Glamour
Hero’s Glamour is currently available in standard and Xtec variants, with the Xtec models typically offering more features. It’s highly likely that if these advanced functionalities, especially cruise control, are introduced, they will first appear on the Xtec variant.
The move suggests Hero is looking to significantly upgrade its commuter line-up, bringing premium features to more affordable bikes. We’ll be keeping a close eye on when this updated Glamour officially hits the showrooms.
- Hero Glamour spotted with a new LCD dash and potential cruise control.
- Cruise control on a commuter bike would be a first for Hero and potentially the most affordable in the market.
- The new LCD dash seems to be inspired by the Xtreme 250R.
- Features might be introduced on the more premium Glamour Xtec variant.
This development could redefine expectations for technology in the commuter motorcycle segment, making premium features more accessible to everyday riders.
