Hero Xtreme 125R Stealth Edition is the new top variant of India’s sporty 125cc Hero, launched on November 6, 2026 at ₹1,16,250 (ex-showroom, pan-India). It adds a 4.2-inch colour TFT with Bluetooth and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), which Hero says no other motorcycle in the sporty 125cc segment offers. The engine is unchanged.
That matters because TPMS has usually been a big-bike feature. Only last month, Hero’s own Xtreme 250R picked it up at about ₹1.98 lakh. Now it sits on a 125cc commuter-sport bike that young riders buy for daily college and office runs.
What does the Xtreme 125R Stealth Edition add?
Three things, according to Hero MotoCorp’s official Stealth Edition press release dated November 6:
- A 4.2-inch TFT instrument cluster with Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation, call and SMS alerts, and music control.
- TPMS with real-time tyre pressure readouts and alerts.
- Styling changes: Midnight Black paint with Pearl Red accents and coloured alloy wheels.
Everything else carries over. Hero lists dual-channel ABS, three ride modes (Rain, Road and Sport) and cruise control on the new variant. Autocar India notes that the TFT is the same unit already used on the Xtreme 160R, Xtreme 250R Carbon and Xpulse 210, and that the Stealth is the only Xtreme 125R variant with a colour TFT.
Is the engine or chassis any different?
No. Hero has not announced mechanical changes, and every launch report we checked agrees. The 124.7cc air-cooled single still makes 11.4 bhp at 8,250 rpm and 10.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm, with a five-speed gearbox.
Hero’s Xtreme 125R product page lists a 790 mm seat height, 180 mm ground clearance, a 10-litre tank and a 136 kg kerb weight for the disc variant it specifies. It also claims 63 kmpl under the WMTC test cycle and 0 to 60 km/h in 5.7 seconds. Treat the mileage as a lab figure, not a promise for city traffic.
So the Stealth will feel the same to ride. What changes is what the rider sees and what the bike warns about.
Where does the Stealth sit in the Xtreme 125R price ladder?
The Stealth becomes the fifth variant. Here is the full line-up, using the reported ex-showroom list.
| Variant | Ex-showroom price | Step from previous | Key addition |
|---|---|---|---|
| IBS | ₹91,500 | — | Integrated braking |
| ABS | ₹96,700 | +₹5,200 | Single-channel ABS |
| ABS single seat | ₹96,700 | ₹0 | One-piece seat |
| Dual-channel ABS | ₹1,09,550 | +₹12,850 | Dual-channel ABS, cruise control |
| Stealth Edition (TFT) | ₹1,16,250 | +₹6,700 | TFT, TPMS, Stealth styling |
Source: Hero MotoCorp press release (Stealth price); BikeDekho variant list, November 6, 2026. Autocar India rounds the dual-channel ABS variant to ₹1.10 lakh, giving a ₹6,000 gap. Table and step calculations by CarBike Insight.
From the cheapest IBS model to the Stealth, the climb is ₹24,750, or about 27%. The final step is the smallest meaningful one in the ladder. For roughly ₹6,700, you get a colour screen with navigation, TPMS and the new paint.
How does it compare with the TVS Raider and Honda CB125 Hornet?
Autocar India names the TVS Raider and Honda CB125 Hornet as the main rivals. Here is how the top versions line up on the features buyers ask about.
| Item | Xtreme 125R Stealth | TVS Raider TFT DD | Honda CB125 Hornet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1,16,250 | ₹1,03,170 | ₹1,15,235 (Delhi) |
| Colour TFT with Bluetooth | Yes, 4.2-inch | Yes | Yes, 4.2-inch |
| TPMS | Yes | Not listed | Not listed |
| ABS | Dual-channel | Check dealer | Single-channel |
| Cruise control | Yes | Not listed | Not listed |
| Traction control | Not listed | Yes | Not listed |
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic | USD fork |
Source: Hero MotoCorp; Autocar India model and launch pages; CarBike Insight’s October Raider coverage. “Not listed” means the feature does not appear in the maker’s or reviewers’ published lists. Confirm at the dealer. Table compiled by CarBike Insight.
The Hornet is just ₹1,015 cheaper and wins on hardware with its USD fork. The Stealth wins on electronics: dual-channel ABS, cruise control and now TPMS. The Raider TFT DD costs ₹13,080 less and is the only one of the three with traction control, as we covered in our TVS Raider 125 traction control update.
Further out, TVS showed a liquid-cooled RTR 125 for Europe at EICMA 2026, but it has no India confirmation. For buyers here, the fight is still among air-cooled 125s, and features are the main weapon.9:35 AMcarbikeinsight.com
Why does TPMS on a 125cc bike matter?
Low tyre pressure is easy to miss on a small motorcycle. It can hurt braking, cornering and tyre life, and it is hard to spot by eye on a bike that is ridden daily and rarely checked. A dash warning gives the rider a reason to stop at a pump before a slow leak becomes a problem.
That said, TPMS only reports. It does not fix a puncture or replace regular checks. Hero has not explained the sensor type, battery life or replacement cost, so ask the dealer before you buy.
The bigger signal is the speed of the trickle-down. In October, our updated Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and 250R report listed TPMS on the 250R at an introductory ₹1.98 lakh. One month later, the cheapest TPMS-equipped Hero motorcycle costs ₹81,750 less.
Hero Xtreme 125R Stealth Edition: confirmed vs not confirmed
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Price ₹1,16,250 ex-showroom, pan-India | Confirmed (Hero press release, Nov 6) |
| 4.2-inch TFT with Bluetooth, navigation, alerts | Confirmed (Hero) |
| TPMS, segment-first in sporty 125cc | Hero’s claim; no rival lists TPMS |
| Dual-channel ABS, three ride modes, cruise control | Confirmed (Hero) |
| Engine and chassis unchanged | Reported by Autocar India, BikeWale, carandbike |
| Exact gap to dual-channel ABS variant | ₹6,700 or ₹6,000, depending on source rounding |
| TPMS sensor type and service cost | Not disclosed |
| TFT retrofit for existing owners | Not announced |
| Local stock and on-road price | Dealer- and state-specific |
Who should buy the Stealth Edition?
It suits three kinds of riders. The first is the daily commuter who uses phone navigation and wants it on the dash instead of a phone mount. The second is the rider who does weekend highway runs, where cruise control and a tyre warning are both useful. The third is the buyer who already planned to spend about ₹1.10 lakh on the dual-channel ABS model.
It makes less sense for short city hops, where a TFT is a nice-to-have, or for buyers who mostly care about ride quality. Hero calls the dual-channel ABS itself a segment first, and that is still the most important safety item on the bike. The Stealth simply bundles it with the newest electronics.
Before booking, ask for a demo of the Hero app pairing and the TPMS display. Both work only as well as the software and sensors behind them, and no independent test has been published yet.
CarBike Insight Analysis
Hero did not make the Xtreme 125R faster. It made it harder to ignore on a feature sheet. That is a deliberate play in a class where the Hornet has the better fork and the Raider has traction control.
Our numbers show where the value sits. The jump from single-channel ABS to dual-channel ABS costs ₹12,850 and brings the big safety upgrade. The next ₹6,700 is mostly about the screen, TPMS and paint. If you were already going to buy the dual-channel ABS model, the Stealth is an easy stretch. If you were eyeing the ₹96,700 ABS model, the jump to the Stealth is ₹19,550, and that is a different conversation.
If your budget stops near ₹1 lakh, the Raider TFT DD gives you a TFT and traction control for less. If you value front-end feel over gadgets, ride the Hornet first.
Our view: the Stealth is the Xtreme 125R to buy if you want the full package and plan to keep the bike for years. Just do not pay for it only for the black paint. Make sure TPMS and navigation are features you will actually use.
FAQ
What is the Hero Xtreme 125R Stealth Edition price?
₹1,16,250 ex-showroom, pan-India, according to Hero MotoCorp’s November 6, 2026 press release. On-road prices vary by state.
What is new on the Stealth Edition?
A 4.2-inch colour TFT with Bluetooth navigation and alerts, TPMS, Midnight Black paint with Pearl Red accents and coloured alloy wheels.
Does the Stealth Edition get more power?
No. It uses the same 124.7cc air-cooled engine with 11.4 bhp and 10.5 Nm.
Does it have cruise control and dual-channel ABS?
Yes. Hero lists both, along with Rain, Road and Sport ride modes.
Is TPMS available on other Xtreme 125R variants?
No. Launch reports say TPMS and the colour TFT are exclusive to the Stealth Edition for now.
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