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The 2017 Hero Duet is a simple, sturdy scooter from India's Hero MotoCorp. Its air-cooled 109cc single makes 8.3 hp at 8,000 rpm and 8.3 Nm through an automatic transmission. A 795 mm seat and 116 kg wet weight make it a practical family scooter.

Capacity
109.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
Not on record
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Wet weight
116.0 kg
Seat height
795 mm
Power
8.3 HP (6.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM
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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 12Agility 72Comfort 55Off-road 5Touring 15Road manners 55
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering30%
City riding85%
Daily riding80%
Touring15%
Two-up30%
Track5%
Best for
Built for short urban commutes, errands, and easy daily transport rather than performance or distance riding.
Built for
A practical, no-nonsense city scooter that prioritizes convenience, fuel efficiency, and manageability over excitement.
Not ideal for
Not suitable for highway speeds, long-distance touring, carrying a heavy passenger, or any off-road use.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 795mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2017 Hero Duet, with a moderate knee angle of around 100 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
109.0 ccm
Power
8.3 HP (6.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque
8.3 Nm (0.8 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0716 HP/kg (wet)
Bore x stroke
50.0 x 52.0 mm
Compression
9.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
CDI
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Shaft
Clutch
Dry, Automatic Centrifugal Clutch with variomatic drive
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1245 mm
Overall length
1832 mm
Overall width
726 mm
Overall height
1139 mm
Seat height
795 mm
Wet weight
116.0 kg
Ground clearance
155 mm
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Fuel capacity
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
High Rigidity Underbone Type
Front suspension
Telescopic, Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Rear suspension
Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Front brakes diameter
130 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
130 mm
Front tyre
90/100-10
Rear tyre
90/100-10
Other
Color options
Pearl white, black, grey, red, nature green, silver
Comments
Sold in India. Brand previously called Hero Honda.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 201520162017201820192020
Capacity 109 cc 109 cc 109 cc 109 cc 111 cc 111 cc
Seat height 795 mm 795 mm 795 mm 795 mm 795 mm 795 mm

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Hero Duet?

The 2017 Hero Duet has a Capacity of 109.0 ccm (6.65 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Hero Duet have?

The 2017 Hero Duet has a Power of 8.3 HP (6.1 kW) @ 8000 RPM.

What is the torque of the Hero Duet?

The 2017 Hero Duet has a Torque of 8.3 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 6.1 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.

How much does the Hero Duet weigh?

The 2017 Hero Duet has a Wet weight of 116.0 kg (255.7 pounds).

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