The Hero HF Dawn (2018-2019) is a discontinued 97.2 cc air-cooled motorcycle with a 4-speed gearbox. BikeDekho, BikeWale and ZigWheels list 8.36 PS @ 8000 rpm maximum power and 8.05 Nm @ 5000 rpm maximum torque. It has a 9.5 L fuel tank and a 105 kg kerb weight.
The Hero HF Dawn is a commuter motorcycle from Hero MotoCorp. It has been discontinued (production ended around 2019). Mechiee still services it at your doorstep. Commuter bikes are built for everyday riding: economical, easy to handle and inexpensive to run and maintain. With a 97.2 cc engine it sits in the entry-level 100–110 cc commuter class.
Power comes from a 97.2 cc single-cylinder air-cooled carburetted engine that makes 8.36 PS at 8,000 rpm and 8.05 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpm. Peak torque arrives low in the rev range, at 5,000 rpm, which makes it relaxed to ride in traffic. Divide power by kerb weight and it has about 80 PS per tonne; by that measure, there is enough go for confident city riding and relaxed highway cruising. It has kick start only.
It has a 4-speed manual gearbox, and a chain carries drive to the rear wheel. It uses a wet multi-plate clutch.
It is built around a tubular double cradle frame. At the front, the suspension is telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers. At the rear, it is swing arm with 2 step adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers. Braking is by a 130 mm drum at the front and a 110 mm drum at the rear, with a combined braking system. Using the rear brake lever also applies some front brake, which shortens stops for riders who lean on the rear brake. It rides on 18-inch spoke wheels, 2.75-18 at both ends.
The seat is 805 mm off the ground, which is about average and suits most riders. It weighs 105 kg ready to ride, light enough to push around and park easily. Ground clearance is 165 mm — enough for most speed breakers. It is 1,965 mm long, with 1,235 mm between the axles. Its 9.5 L fuel tank and claimed mileage of 67.5 kmpl work out to roughly 641 km per tankful on paper; real-world range is usually lower.
Equipment includes an analogue instrument console and a halogen headlamp. Safety equipment includes side-stand warning.
For the Hero HF Dawn, Mechiee offers a fixed ₹899 doorstep service.
It is best suited to daily commuting and riders who put running costs first. Its gentle performance makes it a forgiving choice for a first bike.
Its chain drive needs regular cleaning, lubrication and slack adjustment. Being carburetted, it benefits from an occasional carburettor clean, especially if it has stood unused.
These figures are listed by independent publications; where they overlap, they agree. Exact values can differ slightly by variant and model year.
Specifications last checked:
Claimed mileage
67.5 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels)
Manufacturer's claimed figure; real-world mileage is usually lower.
Estimated range
about 641 km
Claimed mileage × tank size. An estimate, not a promise.
Mechiee doorstep service
₹899
Mechiee's fixed doorstep service price for this model.
Follow the schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. A regular service is the cheapest way to catch small problems before they become expensive ones.
Engine oil is the single most important consumable to keep fresh. Top up between services if the level drops, and change it on schedule.
With Drum, 130 mm and Drum, 110 mm brakes, check pad or shoe wear, lever and pedal free play, and braking feel at every service.
A clean, correctly tensioned and lubricated chain lasts longer and wastes less power. Check slack regularly, especially after riding in rain or dust.
A clogged air filter or worn spark plug shows up as hard starting, weak throttle response and poorer fuel economy. Both are checked at a regular service and replaced when worn.
This bike runs 2.75-18 tyres. Check pressure, tread depth and sidewalls, and replace tyres that are worn or cracked.
The battery is listed as Lead Acid. Weak starting, dim lights or a flickering console are early signs the battery or charging system needs a look.
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Doorstep service₹899
Mechiee mechanics service the Hero HF Dawn at your doorstep across 119 areas of Pune, with bigger jobs handled at a Mechiee Service Center. Pick your area to see local details.
Manufacturer figures for each bike. A dash means the value is not published in our sources.
| Specification | Hero HF Dawn | Hero HF 100 | Hero HF Deluxe | Hero HF Deluxe Eco |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 97.2 cc | 97.2 cc | 97.2 cc | 97.2 cc |
| Max power | 8.36 PS @ 8000 rpm | 5.9 kW @ 8000 rpm | 5.9 kW @ 8000 rpm | 8.1 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
| Max torque | 8.05 Nm @ 5000 rpm | 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 8.05 Nm @ 5000 rpm |
| Claimed mileage | 67.5 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels) | 72 kmpl (as stated by Hero MotoCorp) | 72 kmpl (as stated by Hero MotoCorp) | 65 kmpl (ARAI, as listed by BikeWale) |
| Gears | 4-speed | 4-speed | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Kerb weight | 105 kg | 110 kg | 112 kg | 112 kg |
| Fuel tank | 9.5 L | 9.1 L | 9.6 L | 10.5 litres |
| Front brake | Drum, 130 mm | Drum, 130 mm | Drum, 130 mm | Drum |
| Rear brake | Drum, 110 mm | Drum, 130 mm | Drum, 130 mm | Drum |
What the technical terms on this page mean.
The Hero HF Dawn has a 97.2 cc engine, described as single cylinder, 4-stroke, ohc.
The Hero HF Dawn is rated at 8.36 PS @ 8000 rpm maximum power and 8.05 Nm @ 5000 rpm maximum torque.
The claimed figure for the Hero HF Dawn is 67.5 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels). Real-world mileage is usually lower and depends on riding style, load, road and traffic conditions and how well the bike is maintained.
The Hero HF Dawn has Drum, 130 mm at the front and Drum, 110 mm at the rear, with Integrated Braking System.
The Hero HF Dawn runs 2.75-18 at the front and 2.75-18 at the rear on spoke wheels.
Follow the service schedule in the owner's manual for your exact variant and year. Between services, keep an eye on engine oil, chain, tyres and battery. With Drum, 130 mm and Drum, 110 mm brakes, brake wear and adjustment are worth checking at every visit.
Multiplying the claimed 67.5 kmpl (claimed, per 91wheels) by the 9.5 L tank gives roughly 641 km on a full tank. That is an estimate from claimed figures; real-world range is usually lower.
No. The Hero HF Dawn has been discontinued (production ended around 2019). Mechiee still lists doorstep servicing for it.
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