Name: Hero Duet
Brand: Hero
SKU: 641
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.0 (190 reviews)

Hero Duet

Hero Duet Summary

Duet key highlights
Engine Capacity	110.9 cc
Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions.	45 kmpl
Kerb Weight	115 kg
Seat Height	770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.5 litres
Max Power	8.31 bhp

About Duet

The Hero Duet is a unisex 110cc scooter positioned between the Pleasure and the Maestro Edge. It is one of the first new products developed independently by Hero MotoCorp since its split with long-time joint venture partner – Honda.

The Duet is being promoted as a family scooter. The metal body is beautifully moulded into a very modern and dynamic shape, which makes it one of the best-looking scooters in the segment. At the front, the headlamp and the turn signals have been integrated into a single unit on the handlebar, while the V-shaped chrome strip on the front apron adds a modest amount of bling. The black floorboard, seat and the grab rail contrasts beautifully with the funky paint schemes.

The Hero Duet is based on a new platform and is powered by a new 111cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine. This engine delivers 8bhp and 8Nm of torque through a CVT transmission. It gets telescopic suspension at the front and a spring-loaded hydraulic damper in the rear. The Duet rides on 10-inch metal wheels and 90/100 profile tubeless tyres. It comes with the innovative combi brakes, with drum brakes at both ends.

The Duet is available in six funky paint schemes – red, silver white, grey, matte grey, green and black. It competes with other 110cc scooters like the Suzuki Let’s, Mahindra Gusto, TVS Jupiter and the Honda Activa-i. The LX base variant of the Duet is priced at Rs 49,565 (ex-showroom).

Hero Duet Review

The Hero Duet is India’s largest two-wheeler maker’s attempt at taking its scooter sales to the next level. And like the Maestro Edge, the Duet too has shrugged off Honda's technology and is a completely home grown Hero MotoCorp offering. So, it was back to the drawing board and out came a completely new platform and powertrain. Positioned between the masculine Maestro and the effeminate Pleasure, the Hero Duet is a brand new unisex family scooter, charged with the responsibility of boosting Hero' sales in the burgeoning scooter segment.

What is it?

How does it ride?

The top-end Hero Duet VX offers a stable and composed ride at city speeds thanks to the telescopic front suspension. The well-padded seat and the suspension insulate you from all the bumps and undulations without breaking a sweat. The 10-inch tubeless TVS tyres offer good grip, though their small size means the ride tends to get bumpy once the needle crosses the 50kmph mark. Also, the vibrations on the floorboard set in at 50kmph, and keep getting annoying as the speed increases. It is worth noting that the base Duet LX gets a conventional bottom-linked spring-loaded hydraulic damper, which might not be as up to the mark.

The sturdy metal body of the Hero Duet, which adds six kilograms to its weight over the Maestro Edge, ensures stability even on crosswind-ridden highways. The Duet comes kitted with Hero's proprietary Integrated Braking System which automatically activates the front brakes whenever the rear brakes are pulled, thereby improving the braking performance. It eliminates your reliance on the front brakes and is especially useful for novices.

At the heart of the Hero Duet is a newly developed 110.9cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine, which produces 8bhp and 8.3Nm of torque through a CVT gearbox. Despite its heavy kerb weight of 116 kilograms, the Duet feels pretty quick off the mark. Even the 50kmph to 60kmph roll on acceleration is impressive, which comes handy while overtaking. However, the engine is tuned keeping fuel efficiency in mind, and this becomes evident as soon you cross 60kmph. The rubberband effect of the CVT transmission raises its ugly head once you head past 60kmph, making the Duet feel slow. Keep pushing and the engine will keep on going till an indicated 85kmph before it starts to stutter. But to be honest, all of this seems like a reasonable trade-off when you consider that the Duet returns a staggering 63.8kmpl in city conditions as tested by us on our designated fuel run route.?

Anything else I should know?

The Hero Duet is a very smartly engineered scooter. It comes with abundant storage space, especially on this top of the line VX version. It gets two storage hooks, one glovebox and a decently sized underseat storage. While the underseat storage cannot fit in a full face helmet, it should be able to swallow a half-face helmet quite comfortably. It also gets a USB 3.0 charging point and a boot light to illuminate the bay. The floorboard is slightly inclined and offers a very good grip.

The key slot gets a couple of other functionalities apart from the ignition and the handle lock. It gives you remote access to open the external fuel filler (located above the tail lamp assembly) as well as the under seat storage. It might be inconvenient initially but you will get used to in some time.

The contemporary-looking instrument cluster in the Duet VX contains an analogue speedometer and fuel level indicator along with a digital readout for the odometer, twin trip meters and the service due indicator. The base Duet VX, however, misses out on the electronic display.

Buyers will have to make do with steel wheels, as alloy wheels aren't offered even as optional extras. The switchgear and plastic quality is pretty basic, nothing to write home about. The high beam/low beam switch doubles up as a pass switch, while the accelerator is perfectly weighed for city usage. The brake lock clamp on the rear brake is a useful feature, but quite frustratingly requires you to use both your hands to engage it.

The Duet's curvy and proportionate design is neither captivating, nor offensive. It gets few chrome strips on the sides and the front apron and a massive tail lamp assembly. The 3D logo on the sides give it a premium feel, while dual-tone mirrors complement the scooter's paint scheme. Going with the overall look of the scooter, the Duet's palette comes with seven trendy paint schemes. I, however, have an affinity towards its matte vernier grey.

Why should I buy one?

Easy to use and fuel-efficient. Its compact dimensions, easy-going power delivery and the integrated braking system make it ideal for beginners as well as women, while the smart features should appeal to college students and the youth. The Duet satisfactorily fulfills its role as a city scooter and comes with the assurance of Hero's widespread service network and the unbeatable five year/70,000km warranty.

Where does it fit in?

After dabbling in specifically targeted scooter segments (with the Maestro and the Pleasure) for some time, the Duet represents Hero's first shot at the unisex family scooter segment. As such, the Hero Duet bears comparison with the likes of the Suzuki Let's, Mahindra Gusto and the Honda Activa-i. However, at Rs 62,058 (on-road, Mumbai), the Duet is the most expensive of the lot. For this money, you get a relatively modern and feature-loaded scooter which will meet all your mundane requirements without breaking a sweat.

Photography by Kapil Angane

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Hero Duet mileage

As reported by Duet owners, the real mileage of Hero Duet is 47 kmpl. As per ARAI, the average of Duet is 45 kmpl.

Duet mileage details

Duet Specifications & Features

Specifications

Power & Performance

Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 110.9 cc

Max Power 8.31 bhp @ 8,000 rpm

Max Torque 8.3 Nm @ 6,500 rpm

Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. 56 mm

Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. --

Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. --

Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. 45 kmpl

Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. 47 kmpl

Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. 258.5 Km

Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. 85 Kmph

Transmission Automatic

Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. V-Matic

Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern --

Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 1

Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. 50 mm

Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. --

Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. 1 Per Cylinder

Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Air Cooled

Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. --

Fuel Delivery System --

Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 5.5 litres

Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. 1.8 litres

Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. BS4

Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

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Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. Telescopic, Hydraulic Shock Absorber

Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper

Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. IBS

Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. 10 inch

Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 90/100-10-53 J

Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 90/100-10-53 J

Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Drum

Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 130 mm

Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Drum

Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 130 mm

Calliper Type No

Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Alloy

Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 10 inch

Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubeless

Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. No

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) --

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --

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Dimensions & Chassis

Kerb Weight Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. 115 kg

Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. 770 mm

Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 155 mm

Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 726 mm

Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. 1,139 mm

Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,245 mm

Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 1,830 mm

Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. High Rigidity Under Bone Type

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Manufacturer Warranty

Standard Warranty --

Standard Warranty --

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. Digital

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Analogue

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)--

Shift LightNo

Headlight Type--

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. No

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. Digital

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. Yes

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. 2

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. Digital

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. --

Low Oil Indicator Low oil indicator is a warning light that indicates that the engine is running lower oil than required to operate. --

Low Battery Indicator Low battery indicator suggests that the battery of the vehicle has lost a substantial amount of charge. --

Clock Clock is used to display time through the instrument cluster. This feature comes in motorcycles with a digital display. Yes

Battery Battery in a petrol-powered vehicle is used to support the self-start system, power the clock, and the USB charger. 12V - 4Ah (MF Battery)

Front storage box --

Under seat storage --

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. --

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. --

Brake/Tail Light--

Turn Signal--

Pass LightYes

GPS & Navigation--

USB charging port--

Start TypeElectric Start

KillswitchNo

Stepped SeatNo

Pillion BackrestNo

Pillion GrabrailYes

Pillion SeatYes

Pillion FootrestYes

Additional features--

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Hero Duet User Reviews

4 496 ratings 190 reviews

3
Visual Appeal
3
Reliability
3
Comfort
3
Service Experience
3
Value for Money

4Comfortable ride for family 6 months ago by Nileshkumar Bachubhai Rat, Surat
We bought duet in 2016. My family is happy with the ride. Duet is very comfortable for women and all of us, enjoy riding any other trip. It's heavy but no other bike to compare with a duet. We have used every day to work from home to the office. My wife and I also use i
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- Used it for
  Daily Commute
- Owned for
  > 1 yr
- Ridden for
  5000-10000 kms
- Got mileage of
  54 kmpl
5My first scooter.... 9 months ago by Shailendra, New Delhi
The duet became my family in 2016 Aug, in the beginning, the daily commute was around 50 km, the mileage was 62 and the top speed I got is 90 to 95kmph, everything went well, the only problem is with the fuel tank lock, it started getting stuck, rest the bike is awesome
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- Used it for
  Everything
- Owned for
  > 1 yr
- Ridden for
  > 15000 kms
- Got mileage of
  57 kmpl
1Worst performance 9 months ago by Ganesh Shinde, Pune
Worst bike every after 4 yrs using, it's not able to start after repair, battery drain issue. Worst hero duet bike. Avoid going for hero duet. Not able to use due to starting issue, even after shown many times to different service dealers. Worst. I will never go for due
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- Owned for
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- Ridden for
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1Disappointment at its finest 1 year ago by Nathan Pereira, Goa
The buying experience was great. As for the riding experience, after the first few months, the scooter stopped acting like a scooter. It would just stop randomly, the brakes on normal use wore out quite often so as to basically be riding without brakes, and the bike vib
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- Used it for
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- Owned for
  > 1 yr
- Ridden for
  > 15000 kms
- Got mileage of
  18 kmpl
1Duet not good 1 year ago by Vijay, Hubli
I purchased this vehicle in 2016. After 3 months it became off on regular intervals for 3-4 months up to 3 years. This happens in regular service too. And the height was good. Mileage was very low. It gives me only 32 to 35 max. It is just a car for two-person. I am dis
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- Owned for
  > 1 yr
- Ridden for
  > 15000 kms
- Got mileage of
  38 kmpl
4Its good 1 year ago by Vansh, Rishikesh
It's good but I thought this scooty price is to low but why it's tyre is not tube less this is a main reason to be unhappy and it's mileage is good .
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- Used it for
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- Owned for
  3-6 months
- Ridden for
  < 5000 kms
- Got mileage of
  48 kmpl
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