


Did I Make the Right Choice Buying a Splendor Xtec 2.0 as My First Gear Bike?
Hey guys, I recently bought a Hero Splendor Xtec 2.0 for around ₹1 lakh and wanted honest opinions from experienced riders.
This is my first gear bike, so I’m still learning. My usage is mostly:
- Daily small rides of 2–3 km in low traffic
- Occasional college travel around 30 km up & down
- Monthly one highway trip around 70 km
- Sometimes my mom will also sit as pillion
I mainly bought this bike because of my budget and honestly I liked the design in this price range. I know many people suggest Honda Shine, but personally I didn’t like the looks much.
I usually ride around 50–60 km/h and I’m not into racing or aggressive riding.
So did I make a good decision or should I have gone for something else?
Also any advice from Splendor Xtec 2.0 owners would really help.
Please give:
- Maintenance tips
- First-time gear bike rider advice
- Highway riding tips
- Mileage tips
- Things to avoid as a beginner
- Good helmet suggestions under ₹2000
Would really appreciate beginner-friendly advice 🙌