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2013Hero HF-Dawn
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The 2013 Hero HF-Dawn is an entry-level commuter motorcycle for riders who want simple, frugal transport. Its 97cc air-cooled single makes 7.8 hp, with an 805 mm seat and 109 kg wet weight.
- Capacity
- 97.2 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Wet weight
- 109.0 kg
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Power
- 7.8 HP (5.7 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Despite being labeled 'Sport', this is fundamentally a budget commuter bike designed for cheap, reliable, everyday urban transport rather than performance riding.
- Built for
- It has a humble, no-nonsense, utilitarian character built around fuel efficiency and mechanical simplicity rather than excitement.
- Not ideal for
- This bike is not for riders seeking highway touring, spirited cornering, off-road capability, or any kind of high-speed performance.
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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- Capacity
- 97.2 ccm
- Power
- 7.8 HP (5.7 kW)
- Torque
- 8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m) @ 4500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0716 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 50.0 x 49.5 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 4-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet multiplate.
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1235 mm
- Overall length
- 1965 mm
- Overall width
- 720 mm
- Overall height
- 1045 mm
- Seat height
- 805 mm
- Wet weight
- 109.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 10.50 litres
- Ground clearance
- 165 mm
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 1.50 litres
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular double cradle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic shock absorber
- Rear suspension
- Swing arm with two adjustable hydraulic shock absorber
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front brakes diameter
- 130 mm
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Rear brakes diameter
- 110 mm
- Front tyre
- 2.75-18
- Rear tyre
- 2.75-18
Other
- Color options
- Black, white, red, orange, blue
- Comments
- Made 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 | 2013 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 97 cc | 97 cc |
| Seat height | 805 mm | 805 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 10.5 L | 10.5 L |
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 HF-Dawn?
The 2013 Hero HF-Dawn has a Capacity of 97.2 ccm (5.93 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Hero HF-Dawn have?
The 2013 Hero HF-Dawn has a Power of 7.8 HP (5.7 kW).
How many gears does the Hero HF-Dawn have?
The 2013 Hero HF-Dawn has a Gearbox of 4-speed.
What is the torque of the Hero HF-Dawn?
The 2013 Hero HF-Dawn has a Torque of 8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 5.9 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM.
How much does the Hero HF-Dawn weigh?
The 2013 Hero HF-Dawn has a Wet weight of 109.0 kg (240.3 pounds).
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