At the heart of the 2020 Hero Duet scooter motorcycle, Hero relies on a 110.9 cc (6.8 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 8 HP (5.8 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 8.7 Nm (6.4 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 72.1 HP per liter and a 2,000 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (7,500 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 Duet measures 116 kg (256 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.07 HP/kg (14.5 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 795 mm (31.3 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,245 mm (49 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.
Within MotoLibrary's Hero archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2015 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
72.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.07 HP/kg (14.5 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
795 mm (31.3 in)
Engine
Displacement110.9 ccm (6.77 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power8.0 HP (5.8 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque8.7 Nm (0.9 kgf-m or 6.4 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionCDI
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchDry centrifugal
DrivelineVariomatic
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh rigidity under bone
Front SuspensionTelescopic, Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Rear SuspensionUnit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper
Wheelbase1245 mm (49.0 inches)
Ground Clearance155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/100-10
Rear Tyre90/100-10
Front BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Front Brake Ø130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø130 mm (5.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.116.0 kg (255.7 pounds)
Seat Height795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Suspension
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Transmission
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