Hero Pleasure Plus Test Ride Review – Best For Females?

Hero Pleasure Plus Review

Bike Tested: Hero Pleasure Plus; Road Test No. 1096; Test Location: Delhi

Price OTR Mumbai: Rs. 61,928/-

The Pleasure Plus is an entry-level 110cc scooter from Hero MotoCorp

The Hero Pleasure was the first scooter which was focused for the women riders out there. The first Pleasure came in 2006 and had a tagline “Why Should Boys Have All The Fun?”, but it was discontinued in 2015. 4 years down the line, Hero MotoCorp is back with the Pleasure calling it the Pleasure Plus. But what is really new, let’s find out.

Motor Quest: The first Hero Pleasure was launched in 2006, then it had two updates which were just cosmetic. Discontinued in 2015, Hero MotoCorp has re-launched the Pleasure in 2019 as the Pleasure Plus with an all-new design and a new engine as well.

Styling – On the styling front, the Hero Pleasure Plus has had a major update. All the pointy and sharp design elements have been taken off and the body is now curvy and smooth. At the front, the headlight gets a retro look while the apron is also new. However, the front mudguard looks pretty much the same. At the rear, the weird tail light is replaced with an H-shaped design which looks pretty cool. There are no LEDs on offer, everything including the headlight, tail light and the indicators are halogen units. What you do get is 7 colour options to choose from which look quite funky and attractive.

Instrument Cluster and Switchgear – The cluster of the Pleasure has been continued from the previous version. However, the analogue dials are new and the background looks fresh. It is just an analogue meter and there are only 3 major details available – the odometer, speedometer and a fuel gauge. Also, you get a set of tell-tale lights which include a side-stand indicator. As per the BS4 norms, the Pleasure gets AHO and the switchgear quality is quite basic. The touch and finish are not that impressive, however, it does fair well for an entry-level scooter.

Ergonomics – The ergonomics of the Pleasure have been retained for the Pleasure Plus and the scooter is very easily accessible for almost everyone. Women will like the scooter more as the weight isn’t much and seating comfort is very much up to the mark. The handlebar is short and not too high either, as an overall riding posture turns out to be comfortable and upright. The under-seat storage area is quite big while you also get two pockets below the handlebar. You also get a USB charger at the front for convenience on the go.

Performance – The Hero Pleasure has come from a 100cc category to a 110cc category which makes it quite a performer. The 110.9cc motor produces 8 BHP and 8.7 Nm of torque with 16% more power and 7% increase in torque. As the weight hasn’t changed, the overall result is that the Pleasure Plus is very peppy now. It has a happy to go low-end with a decent mid-range. The top-end isn’t much as it struggles post 65 km/hr but it will manage to hit a top speed of 85 km/hr without breaking a sweat. There is no harshness from the engine while there are little vibrations which creep in but only in the top-end. The motor is still quite efficient and returns close to 55 km/l.

Riding Dynamics – As the ergonomics are the same, the riding dynamics are also similar to older Pleasure. Hero MotoCorp has retained the under-bone chassis and this makes the scooter quite agile even after being just 100 kgs in weight. It holds the line well and manoeuvres through traffic quite easily and quickly. It gets standard size tyres from Ceat which grip decently well for the scooter. There is no telescopic suspension at the front and this results in a bouncy ride when riding through some undulations. The brakes are 130 mm standard size drums and the Pleasure does not get disc even as an option. However, the braking performance is likeable and the scooter stops as commanded as it gets Hero’s integrated braking system.

Verdict – The Hero Pleasure is aimed at the female audience but to be honest, it is a very fun-to-ride scooter. It does feel quite basic and misses out on a lot of hardware that the competition is offering for such a scooter. But the Pleasure Plus is an entry-level scooter and it is priced very attractively for the 110cc segment. The comeback of this scooter is a great bet for women or girls who want to start commuting on two wheels. While it also makes a lot of sense for anyone who doesn’t want to spend much but needs a workhorse which looks good.

What’s Cool

* Engine is very peppy and has a great low-end
* Ergonomics are comfortable and accessible to all kind of people
* Looks quite decent and has a complete palate of 7 colour options

What’s Not So Cool

* Suspension setup feels quite basic
* Misses out on quite a lot of hardware
* The position of the charging socket is quite tacky

Hero Pleasure Plus Specifications

* Engine: 110.9cc, Air-Cooled, Single-Cylinder, SOHC
* Power: 8 BHP @ 7500 RPM
* Torque: 8.7 Nm @ 5500 RPM
* Transmission: CVT
* Fuel Type: Petrol
* Fuel Consumption: 55 km/l
* Frame: Under-Bone Frame
* Tyres: 90/100/10 (Front), 90/100/10 (Rear), Ceat
* Suspension: Bottom-Link Forks (Front), Single-Sided Mono Shock (Rear)
* Brakes: 130 mm Drum (Front), 130 mm Drum (Rear)

Hero Pleasure Plus Dimensions

* Length x Width x Height: 1769 mm x 704 mm x 1161 mm
* Ground Clearance: 155 mm
* Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.8-litres
* Kerb weight: 101 kgs

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