Hero Xtreme 125R Single Seat has added a new single-piece seat option to the Xtreme 125R lineup in India. The new trim is priced at ₹1,00,100 ex-showroom (Delhi) and slots neatly between the entry split-seat IBS variant (₹98,425) and the top split-seat ABS OBD2B model (₹1,02,100). In other words, you now get the comfort-oriented single seat with ABS without paying for the most expensive variant.
Quick Highlights
- Price & position: ₹1,00,100 (ex-showroom Delhi), positioned between the Xtreme 125R IBS OBD2B (₹98,425) and ABS OBD2B (₹1,02,100).
- What’s new: A single-piece seat (instead of split seats) aimed at better day-to-day practicality and pillion comfort; otherwise, the bike remains mechanically unchanged.
- Safety: Single-channel ABS on this single-seat variant; Hero continues to offer an IBS (combined braking) alternative on the base trim.
- Estimated on-road price (Delhi): around ₹1.16 lakh for the single-seat ABS variant (typical RTO, insurance, and handling included).
What Actually Changed?
The core update is the seat format. The Xtreme 125R launched with split seats; this new variant brings a single, one-piece saddle that tends to make mounting easier and gives the pillion a bit more usable space in everyday use. Reviewers also point out the single seat’s more practical vibe for city duties. The rest of the motorcycle—engine, chassis, brakes, and features—remains the same.
Pricing, Variants, and Availability
Hero’s official price page now lists three trims for Delhi:
- IBS OBD2B (split seat): ₹98,425
- ABS Single Seat: ₹1,00,100
- ABS OBD2B (split seat): ₹1,02,100
That makes the single-seat ABS variant ₹1,600 more than the base IBS version and ₹2,000 less than the top ABS OBD2B trim—precisely the sweet spot many buyers look for.
If you’re budgeting on-road, Delhi pricing for the single-seat ABS typically totals ~₹1.16 lakh after registration and insurance. Individual add-ons (accessories, zero-dep, etc.) can push it higher.
Mechanicals and Features (Unchanged)
Under the bodywork sits the familiar 124.7cc, air-cooled, fuel-injected single mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Output remains ~11.4–11.55 PS and 10.5 Nm, with a manufacturer-claimed 66 km/l efficiency figure (your real-world mileage will depend on usage and traffic). Braking hardware continues with a 276 mm front disc and rear drum; the single-seat trim gets single-channel ABS.
The Xtreme 125R’s projector LED headlamp, LED tail-lamp & indicators, fully-digital console with Bluetooth connectivity for call/SMS alerts, and hazard light continue unchanged. Hero itself highlights the single-channel ABS on the features page.
Colours and Dimensions
The single-seat option carries over the same paint choices as the other variants—Cobalt Blue, Firestorm Red, and Stallion Black. In terms of rider fit, the bike remains approachable with a 794 mm seat height and a kerb weight of ~136 kg, paired with a 10-litre fuel tank.
Where it Fits in the Segment
The Xtreme 125R’s most direct rival is the TVS Raider 125, which also offers single- and split-seat formats. However, TVS continues with SBT (combined braking) on the Raider (no ABS on current mainstream trims), which helps explain why Hero can pitch the Xtreme 125R ABS as a stronger safety play.
As for price, the Raider single-seat starts at ₹93,865 ex-Delhi, clearly undercutting the Hero, but with the braking tech difference noted above. Pick the Hero if you want ABS and the projector-LED swagger; pick the TVS if you want the lower sticker price and its peppy character.
On a related note, if you’ve read about cruise control on a 125cc Hero: that’s the Glamour X (a different model), not the Xtreme 125R. The Xtreme doesn’t get cruise control.
FAQs
1) What is the exact price of the single-seat variant?
₹1,00,100 ex-showroom in Delhi for the ABS Single Seat trim. City-wise prices vary.
2) How much should I budget for the road?
In Delhi, expect roughly ₹1.16 lakh on-road for the single-seat ABS, including RTO and insurance (subject to inclusions and add-ons).
3) What changed versus the split-seat version?
Just the seat: a single-piece saddle replaces the split type for added day-to-day practicality. Mechanics and features are unchanged.
4) Does the single-seat variant get ABS?
Yes. The new single-seat trim is ABS-equipped. The base split-seat trim uses IBS (combined braking).
5) What are the engine specs and claimed mileage?
124.7cc, ~11.4–11.55 PS, 10.5 Nm, 5-speed, and a claimed 66 km/l efficiency figure.
6) Which colours are offered on the single-seat variant?
Cobalt Blue, Firestorm Red, and Stallion Black.
7) What are the seat height and kerb weight?
Seat height: 794 mm; kerb weight: ~136 kg.
8) Does it have Bluetooth and full-LED lighting?
Yes—projector LED headlamp, LED tail & indicators, and a digital cluster with Bluetooth (for call/SMS alerts).
9) Is the single-seat variant first-in-segment for ABS?
Hero promotes the single-channel ABS strongly for the 125cc class, and coverage at launch highlighted it as a segment-first on the Xtreme 125R. (Rivals like the TVS Raider rely on SBT/combined braking.)
10) How does it compare with the TVS Raider single-seat?
The Raider single-seat is cheaper (₹93,865 ex-Delhi) but lacks ABS; the Xtreme 125R single-seat is ₹1,00,100 with ABS and a projector LED front end.
11) Any change in performance or hardware with the new seat?
No. The engine, chassis, brakes, and features remain as on the split-seat variants. Only the saddle type is different.
12) Is it available at dealerships now?
Yes. The official Hero price page already lists the ABS Single Seat variant; contact your local dealer for test rides and delivery timelines.
Summary
The Hero Xtreme 125R single-seat trim is a smart mid-variant that keeps the ABS safety net and the Xtreme’s aggressive design, while adding a more practical saddle for city life. If you value ABS, LED lighting, and Bluetooth-enabled instrumentation in a 125cc commuter-sport package—without stretching to the very top variant—this new ₹1-lakh option is the sweet spot.