Hero Xoom 125: Sporty Choice for Young Women

The Hero Xoom 125 wants to rival the TVS NTorq 125 as the sporty 125cc scooter of choice. For young women who want something more exciting than a traditional family scooter, does it deliver?

The answer is: partially.

What the Xoom 125 Gets Right

Corners Are Genuinely Fun

This is where the Xoom 125 shines brightest:

14-inch wheels provide stability and confidence
Chassis feels natural and responsive
Trust builds almost immediately
Genuinely enjoyable in the twisties

For women who enjoy spirited riding: The Xoom 125 can plant a huge smile on your face in corners.

Suspension Balance

Hero found a great sweet spot:

Sporty feel without being harsh
Absorbs significantly more than rivals
Comfortable even at pace
Handles bad roads better than expected

Engine Performance

Aspect	Performance
Character	Smooth, sounds good
Acceleration	Easy, alert
Fuel economy	~48 km/l
Top speed	Adequate

Hero claims it’s the fastest in class, but the throttle requires so much rotation that urgency is muted.

What Doesn’t Work

The Seat Problem

This is significant for women:

Slopes down toward the front
Causes constant sliding forward
Soft foam leads to sinking
Aches and pains on longer rides

Shorter riders: You’ll probably be fine.

Taller riders or long commutes: You’ll suffer.

Space Limitations

Handlebar: Set quite low. If you’re over 5’10”, your knee will hit it in sharp turns.

Underseat storage: Segment average at best. A good helmet won’t fit. You get hooks near the seat hinge, but your helmet dangles on the bodywork—not ideal.

Floorboard: Surprisingly cramped. Standard office bags need to be wedged in place.

Quality Feels Average

Despite Hero’s recent improvements with premium products, the Xoom 125 doesn’t feel upmarket:

Some flimsy plastics
Surface finishes could be better
Doesn’t match recent IC or electric scooters

Missing Urgency

For a “sporty” scooter:

Acceleration feels subtle, not urgent
Brakes lack the sharp bite you’d expect
Overall experience is… muted

The TVS NTorq 125 feels raw and urgent. The Yamaha Aerox has extra power. The Xoom 125 is caught in the middle.

Which Variant?

Get: The ZX (top variant)

Why:

Front disc brake (essential for safety)
Cubbyhole box on apron
Bluetooth connectivity with navigation
Light under seat
Only ₹6,000 more than base

Avoid: Base model with front drum brake

Living With the Xoom 125

Service Reality

Hero’s warranty is excellent:

5 years / 50,000 km
Doesn’t matter if you’re second owner (unlike TVS/Bajaj)

Service schedule:

Every 3 months / 3,000 km
Oil changes every 6,000 km
~₹600 regular service, +₹300 for oil change

The catch: Xoom 125 isn’t part of Hero’s premium network. Expect queues, waiting, and frustration at regular Hero service centers.

Specifications

Spec	Details
Engine	124.6cc, 9 PS
Weight	110 kg
Seat Height	790 mm
Fuel Tank	5.5 liters
Wheels	14-inch front and rear

Xoom 125 vs Rivals

Aspect	Xoom 125	NTorq 125	Aerox 155
Cornering	Excellent	Very Good	Excellent
Urgency	Low	High	Medium
Comfort	Good	Average	Sporty
Storage	Limited	Limited	Limited
Price	Competitive	Similar	Higher

Perfect For Women Who…

Want sporty handling without extreme commitment
Enjoy corner carving
Are shorter (seat works better)
Have short commutes
Value Hero’s warranty

Not Ideal For Women Who…

Are taller or have long commutes
Need good storage space
Want urgent, raw performance
Expect premium quality
Need quick service turnarounds

The Bottom Line

The Hero Xoom 125 is a pretty good scooter that doesn’t quite know what it wants to be. It’s sporty but not urgent. It’s comfortable but the seat is flawed. It’s youthful but doesn’t generate strong feelings.

For young women who want something different from a family scooter, the Xoom 125 delivers fun in the corners but misses the emotional punch that makes sporty scooters exciting.

Verdict: A capable but conflicted choice. Test ride against the NTorq 125 before deciding.