Hero Xoom 125

The Xoom 125 looks sharp and aggressive, comes with a 124.6cc engine, and has some nice touches like sequential LED indicators and 14-inch wheels, which you don’t usually see in this segment.

It is priced a bit cheaper than its main rival, the TVS Ntorq. Moreover, the scooter is comfortable for daily rides and easily moves through city traffic. So, let’s experience how the Xoom 125 rides in real conditions. 

• The Xoom 125 has a layered front apron with LED DRLs and sequential indicators, which gives it a modern, premium feel.

• It comes with 14-inch wheels, which are bigger than most scooters. This makes the scooter feel tall and stable. 
• Currently, this Hero scooter is available in 4 colours, including Metallic Turbo Blue, Matte Grey, Matte Neon Lime, and Inferno Red.
• The Build quality is solid, all the panels fit well, paint looks good, and there were no rattles during testing.
• The riding position is upright with wide handlebars, which makes it easy to control in traffic. The seat height is 777mm, which is comfortable even for shorter riders.

• The pillion comfort is good with a wide cushioned seat and well-placed footpegs, making two-up riding easy in the city.

• The Xoom 125 uses a 124.6cc air-cooled engine, the same one found in Hero’s Destini 125.

• It makes 9.8 bhp of power and 10.4 Nm of torque, and it’s one of the smoothest engines in the 125cc segment.
• Throttle response is quick but smooth, which makes it easy to ride in city traffic. It also feels lively when you accelerate.
• The scooter can cruise comfortably at 70–80 kmph on the highway, and the top speed is around 85 kmph, which is good for daily rides.
• It has a CVT gearbox, and the tuning is balanced and smooth for relaxed riding.
• The claimed mileage is 54.33 km/l, but in real life, you can expect around 47 km/l. Moreover, it has a 5-litre fuel tank so that you can ride about 235 km on a full tank.

• The Xoom 125 feels very stable in the city and on the highway with 14-inch wheels.
• At higher speeds, the big wheels and wide tyres (110/80 front, 120/70 rear) keep it rock-solid and stable, even during lane changes.

• It comes with a front disc and rear drum brake, including Combi-Braking System (CBS). This setup gives good stopping power and prevents the rear wheel from locking.

• The wide tyres and long wheelbase of 1327 mm make it feel confident in corners, and the smooth tip-in is great for new riders learning to lean.
• The front telescopic hydraulic shock absorber suspension is sporty and a bit firm, so you’ll feel bumps on rough roads. 

• You get LED headlamps, LED DRLs, and sequential turn indicators, which give a premium look.

• There’s a fully digital LCD cluster with Bluetooth connectivity. It shows turn-by-turn navigation, call and message alerts, and trip data. 

• There’s an external fuel filler cap (so you don’t need to open the seat to refuel), a USB charging port on the apron, and a boot light.
• The underseat storage is 17 litres. It fits a small helmet but not a big backpack. 

• The open cubbies are handy, but at least one should have been covered for security.

The Hero Xoom 125 is a bold scooter for Hero in the sporty scooter segment. It looks stylish, rides with confidence, has an efficient engine, and comes with good features for the price.

The ride feels firm on rough roads, the storage space is limited, and the console looks a bit old. But overall, for the price, it gives great value and a nice balance of style, performance, and features.