Hero Achiever

The preceding gen version of the Achiever was not exactly a gorgeous motorcycle and nor is this. Hear us out first. The Achiever a hundred and fifty is a simple looking motorbike and not using a flash or zing-bang in any respect.

Its first nature is that of the commuter motorcycle and Hero has no qualms admitting that. The lines are easy and truely simple with the technique to design being plain and one on the way to take a seat nicely with the folks that are seeking out a 150cc commuter motorbike.

The design of the headlamp cluster and the gas tank is new, but not anything that catches the eye. What does experience dated is the instrumentation panel. It is a twin-pod analogue unit that might have regarded modern-day on a motorbike from 10 years in the past or greater.

Hero could have absolutely given a part digital-part analogue readout to give a current experience to the bike. Having stated that, the suit and finish were up to the mark and the bike had a stable, commonly Hero feel to it.

Features

Not the most comprehensive, however the Hero Achiever does get a first rate listing of features. The highlight being Hero’s patented i3S or Idle Start Stop System! If the motorcycle idles for more than five seconds or so, the engine shuts off robotically and starts offevolved once more when you pull the grab.

Simple and efficient. Also, the Achiever one hundred fifty gets computerized headlamp on (AHO) this means that that the headlamp comes on the instant the bike starts offevolved and is going off most effective whilst you close the engine down.

Soon, it’ll be obligatory for all -wheelers to have this option in India and Hero, we believe has taken a step within the proper course. Lastly, the instrumentation console functions a side-stand indicator, which reminds you of the aspect-stand being in use.

Hero Achiever is a typical commuter vehicle with a straightforward design. Hero Achiever comes in three different colours – Valor Grey, Noble Black, Fiery Red. When compared with its predecessors there haven’t been many changes done to this bike except the headlamp cluster and the fuel tank.

When it comes to the body, the 3D design gives a muscular feel to the fuel tank. The uplifted handlebar, just like a typical commuter, adds comfort for a better riding position. The mirror is painted the same as body colour which is a subtle addition to the overall design.

Achiever comes with an old fashioned analogue speedometer including other indicators like fuel, signal, RPM meter and the trip meter. The lack of a digital indicator is a major drawback of this model.

The AHO headlamps & alloy wheels are a new addition to the new model. The tail lamp uses a halogen bulb. Also, the indicators are bulb type which is less appealing in general.

However, the chrome design of the exhaust shield and the carbon black silencer is a great add-on. The chain is fully covered which is quite good keeping in mind that it will get enough protection from dust and dirt. Overall, we can say that the build quality of the Hero Achiever is pretty good and is as expected from Herocorp.

Engine and Performance

The 149.2cc engine on the Achiever 150 is new and there were some tweaks right here and there in terms of mapping, components and the reality that it’s miles BS IV compliant now. There is no doubting that the engine is sprightly.

There is a sure character of refinement to the engine and you can still open up the throttle for a fast overtake on visitors-laden roads. The performance will no longer knock off your socks but is first rate for day by day commuting. The gearshifts are particular however a tad notchy.

The Achiever one hundred fifty returns a claimed gasoline performance of 50 km/l, which is a great determine for a 150cc commuter. It have to be stated that this figure is in line with WTMC (Worldwide Motorcycle Emission Test Cycle), that’s an global governing body seeking to regularise the emissions and efficiency of bikes global.

These exams are conducted in clearly real-international situations and WTMC fuel efficiency figures can be as near as the motorcycle gets beneath regular riding on town roads.

When talking about the technology used in the Hero Achiever, the prominent feature is the i3S(idle-stop-start-system) system. The system is developed by Herocorp itself to increase fuel efficiency. Achiever 150 is one of the first bikes in this range to implement it. The technology is really good and proven to be effective in congested cities.

The i3S system enables the engine to temporarily shut down and restart with the press of the clutch. This prevents the engine from being idle and saves fuel.

In addition to this, the Achiever has a self-starter which helps you turn it on without the hustle of kick-starting.

Achiever comes with an automatic headlamp on (AHO) system that is currently mandatory for all vehicles. The headlamps are a halogen multi-deflected type that uses AC. What’s missing here is a LED light which is a snag comparatively.

Ride and handling

The journey at the check venue become a mixture of numerous surfaces and the motorbike had a properly sprung suspension, as a commuter ought to have. Also, with a kerb weight of simply 139kg, we determined that the motorcycle is a nimble handler and responds to quick steering inputs.

One gripe that we had became the shortage of grip from the thin 180-18 Ceat Secura tyres, which of direction, gravitates closer to efficiency rather than enthusiastic riding. The brakes work nicely and feature sufficient chew and progression for commuters to feel comfy beneath panic braking. Our take a look at bikes have been fitted with the non-obligatory 240mm disc prematurely which, we accept as true with should be the choice of all customers.

Verdict

Our verdict! We consider that the Hero Achiever a hundred and fifty is a bike with a view to be an upgrade for clients who are used to driving 110cc-125cc motorcycles. And for that focus on target market, it works splendidly, who need a respectable looking, efficient and a nimble commuter.