2011 Hero Honda Passion Plus Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Positioned in Hero Honda's sport motorcycle lineup, the 2011 Hero Honda Passion Plus features a 97.5 cc (6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 7.4 HP (5.4 kW) at 8,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 8 Nm (5.9 lb-ft) at 5,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 75.9 HP per liter and a 3,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,000 rpm) and peak power (8,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Passion Plus measures 127 kg (280 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.06 HP/kg (17.16 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 1,235 mm (48.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 12.8-liter (3.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Hero Honda archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2006 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
75.9 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.06 HP/kg (17.16 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,000–8,000 rpm
Engine
Displacement97.5 ccm (5.95 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power7.4 HP (5.4 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque8.0 Nm (0.8 kgf-m or 5.9 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM
Compression9.0:1
Bore x Stroke50.0 x 49.5 mm (2.0 x 1.9 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionCDI
CoolingAir
Transmission
Final DriveChain (final drive)
ClutchMultiplate, wet
Driveline4-speed constant mesh
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular double cradle
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic shock absorbers
Rear SuspensionSwing arm with adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers
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Power
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Torque
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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