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    Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

    Hero MotoCorp has launched the Passion Pro TR in India at Rs 53,531 ex-Mumbai.
    The Pro TR comes in only one variant and is approximately Rs 5,000 dearer than the Passion Pro in disc/self/cast trim.

    Its the same 97.2cc Passion Pro engine, with a maximum 7.8PS/8.04Nm.
    The Passion Pro TR offers an exciting off-pavement ride capacity with its host of new external features that includes on-off road tyres, sturdier handlebars with cross brace, high front fender + hugger front fender, headlight grill, hand guards for added protection, bash plate and fuel tank pads.

    There is also a new knee pad attached to the fuel tank. The new twin front fenders required the number plate to be repositioned on the visor, just like some faired imported bikes.


    Image/ News Credits: Soulsteer, OD, etc.

    The fuel tank capacity of the Passion Pro TR is 12.8 litre and with all the additions, the new motorcycle weighs in at 119kg. There are three colours on offer.

    The previously launched Hero Impulse is also an off road bike, although it has a 150cc engine in a softer state of tune, than other 150cc offerings by Hero.

    Xbhp notes that in the past, their best selling commuter bike Splendor got a Cafe Racer kind of treatment, but that was just displayed in the Auto Expo. That may probably be the next launch in line.
    The company's noble intentions of making attractive concepts affordable to all is definitely appreciated. Purists and Biking Aficionados may not appreciate such treatment, but the common commuter just got a choice without losing anything else (ok, maybe a little extra money while purchasing such bikes).
    And Choice is almost always good. From the days of color and cosmetic changes, this kind of treatment to Passion Pro is much useful and better. Hero is changing, and the previous signs of change (Hastur 620, etc.) have been much appreciated.

    But one topic is heavily debatable. Are the above changes worth Rs. 5000 extra?
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    Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

    looks like the mechanic around the corner has modified it.
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    • #3
      Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

      Looks funny and cheap. Miles away from the impulse. I dont know who hero is targeting with the rediculus bike.

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        Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

        Originally posted by Bibhu View Post
        Looks funny and cheap. Miles away from the impulse. I dont know who hero is targeting with the rediculus bike.

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        Not just who, but what is Hero Targeting?

        Herooo.. whyyy??
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        • #5
          Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

          Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post
          Not just who, but what is Hero Targeting?

          Herooo.. whyyy??
          Hero is targeting office going commuters in Bangalore who have to ride through mud, slush, potholes and craters throughout the year especially in monsoons.
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            Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

            Originally posted by Divya Sharan View Post
            Hero is targeting office going commuters in Bangalore who have to ride through mud, slush, potholes and craters throughout the year especially in monsoons.
            if that is the case, then I guess Delhites would crave for it especially during Monsoons.. Oh Wait.. no monsoons here yet this year
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            • #7
              Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

              I just want to say one line 'God will save hero, if its continue'
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              • #8
                Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                Lets forgive Hero for this blunder. Look at the high potential future launches. Lets Ignore and move on. More over, hero wont face any loss if this thing doesnt sale(I mean, no R&D would have been involved with this one I guess- Might be Munjal's own creativity).
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                • #9
                  Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                  Blunder. Maybe. Maybe not.

                  No investment on this bike, just to chuck in the rural markets to get feedback. If all goes well maybe pursue a proper product for the rural market which actually can carry load over mud roads.

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                  • #10
                    Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                    I think they have launched this bike specially for metro cities as after monsoon our city roads automatically become off road playing ground particularly delhi, with knee deep water filled roads, uncovered man hole, ditches as deep as created by some meteor strike, plus those F1 drivers zipping past in hurry, although rain Gods are very merciful this year, with very minimum rain, which is quite beneficial for delhi and its residents.Thank's Hero.

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                    • #11
                      Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                      Originally posted by kusmaker View Post
                      I think they have launched this bike specially for metro cities as after monsoon our city roads automatically become off road playing ground particularly delhi, with knee deep water filled roads, uncovered man hole, ditches as deep as created by some meteor strike, plus those F1 drivers zipping past in hurry, although rain Gods are very merciful this year, with very minimum rain, which is quite beneficial for delhi and its residents.Thank's Hero.
                      Love the sarcasm message that you delivered
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                      Ninja 250R (2010) - 2016 til now
                      RayZ - 2015 til now
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                      • #12
                        Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                        Originally posted by The Monk View Post
                        ...
                        No investment on this bike, just to chuck in the rural markets to get feedback. If all goes well maybe pursue a proper product for the rural market which actually can carry load over mud roads. ...
                        If this thing shows up in rural area, I can't help but think how many people will flick the raised front fender and ask "yeh kyun?"
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                        • #13
                          Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                          Originally posted by sambit View Post
                          Lets forgive Hero for this blunder. Look at the high potential future launches. Lets Ignore and move on. More over, hero wont face any loss if this thing doesnt sale(I mean, no R&D would have been involved with this one I guess- Might be Munjal's own creativity).



                          Here's one..


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                            Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                            Originally posted by HyperRetard View Post
                            Here's one..


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                            so damn beautiful... and inspiring work of art...
                            red like a ducati and style of a classic.. look at the curves and smooth lines...

                            what has hero done... probably santa banta jokes were over and they wanted some more fun.. .
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                            • #15
                              Re: Comparatively Rugged Hero Passion Pro TR launched

                              I think hero should pay me Rs.5000 for just clicking on this thread and seeing the pic , or maybe 10k because of further damage caused by [MENTION=51754]theironhorse99[/MENTION] & [MENTION=43844]HyperRetard[/MENTION]
                              Come on Hero, get serious and churn out some real game changers albeit in a positive way!

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