Hero Destini Prime

The Hero Destini Prime is a family-friendly 125cc scooter from Hero MotoCorp. It shares the same engine as the Hero Destini 125 but comes with several elements that help in keeping its price lower than the regular variant. In fact, it is one of the cheapest 125cc scooters in India.

Hero Destini Prime Key Highlights

Price: The Hero Destini Prime is available in a single variant in three colours: Pearl Silver White, Nobel Red, and Metallic Nexus Blue. All three colour options cost Rs 71,499 (ex-showroom Delhi).

Features: The Hero Destini Prime's features include a halogen headlight, tail light, LED DRLs (daytime running lights) and a semi-digital instrument cluster. It gets an analogue speedometer along with a digital inset that houses the odometer, tripmeter readings, clock, fuel gauge and a maintenance reminder. The scooter also features an underseat boot light and a mobile charging port. It also has an external fuel filler cap, and self start adding to the convenience.

Engine: The Hero Destini Prime is powered by a 124.6cc air-cooled, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine, which generates 9.09PS @7000rpm and 10.36Nm @5500rpm. This engine is paired with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The claimed mileage of Hero Destini Prime is 56kmpl.

Suspension, Brakes & Other Details: The Hero Destini Prime uses a telescopic front fork and a single rear shock absorber, based on the same frame as the Destini 125. The braking system includes 130mm drum brakes at both front and rear ends with a Combined Braking System (CBS). It rides on 90-section tyres wrapped on 10-inch steel wheels to keep the costs low. Speaking of its dimensions, the scooter features a seat height of 778mm, making it easily accessible to shorter riders. The ground clearance stands at 155mm, whereas the kerb weight is 115kg. The scooter comes with a 5-litre fuel tank.

Rivals: Regarding direct competition, the Hero Destini Prime is up against other 125cc scooters, including the Honda Activa 125 and Suzuki Access 125. One can also look for slightly lesser-powered and similarly priced alternatives such as Honda Dio, TVS Scooty Zest and Hero Pleasure, too.