Hero HF Dawn

What's good:

HF Down is most offering motorcycles from the Hero MotoCorp, which is basically designed to target the rural area. The motorcycle simply follows a simple and sober approach of design, which is inspired by it’s the original CD100. The motorcycle is featured with a compact engine displacement, which make it able to reach up to 60KMPL. The motorcycle has a very basic features which include a round headlight, spoke wheels, utility box, a hook and speedometer. Some of its pros are given below:

• Round headlight
• Compact handlebar
• Fuel tank
• Impressive graphics
• Spoke wheels

Power and mileage

HF Down uses a very basic engine unit that is worth for a rural road. The motorcycle comes featured with an air cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, OHC engine with a displacement of 97.2 cc. The compact engine delivers a maximum power of 7.8 Ps at 7500 RPM and 8.04 NM of torque at 4500 RPM. The engine is mated to a 4 speed constant mesh gearbox, which manages the power output in a well manner. The engine makes it able to touch the speed 60 KMPH in an approximate of 9 seconds.  Some of its power to mileage features is given below:

• Refined engine
• Maximum power 8.36 BHP at 8000 RPM
• Maximum torque 8.05 NM at 5000 RPM
• Expected fuel economy 55-60 KMPL
• Four speed transmission

Handling and riding

The motorcycle is built on a tubular double cradle frame type chassis which endows an excellent stability. The long seat and compact handlebar provide an excellent maneuverability in the rural area. The motorcycle measures wheelbase of 125mm and a ground clearance of 165mm. The other features include a palm grip and suitable set footpegs.

Safety

The motorcycle is featured with a front and rear drum brake which provides excellent stopping power. For a smooth and comfortable handling, the motorcycle is loaded with a front telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers and swing arm with 2 step adjustable hydraulic shock absorber at the rear, which provide a good confidence to the rider on a rural road. Some of its safety features are given below:

• Drum brakes
• Headlight
• Tail light
• Suspensions
• Stiff chassis

Maintenance:

The Hero MotoCorp has always excellent products and dynamic services to its customers that is why it becomes the first choice of riders. The Hero HF Down has zero percent maintenance. The compact and refined motor is worth in its category to offer a dynamic performance and ride quality. And, the company has provided spare parts of the products at an affordable price.

Verdict:

Hero HF Down is one of the most affordable motorcycles from the company. The engine performance and sober look will surely impress the riders. The riding performance is pretty much standard, as it has a wide seat and responsive handlebar. If you are looking for a commuter bike for the rural riding purpose then to the HF Down is the best pick for you.