Hero MotoCorp has quietly dropped Maestro from its lineup. A closer look at the sales figures reveals the scale of the situation, with only 376 units sold in the country in January 2023 and an even lower figure of 260 units in international markets.A possible successor to the Maestro has been discussed, with patent documents revealing a scooter with a bigger body panel design similar to its predecessor.
Despite the hype, details regarding its specifications remain vague, leaving much to the imagination as to what Hero MotoCorp has in store. Expectations are high for a launch that could coincide with Diwali celebrations, although that remains speculative at this stage. Competing with the Honda Activa, expectations suggest the inclusion of advanced features such as smart key, smartphone integration and ample storage space to beat its rivals.
The scooter portfolio includes Maestro Edge, Duet, Pleasure Plus XTec, Destini 125 XTec and Destini 125 Prime. The launch of a new model is expected to boost the Hero scooter segment, introducing a modern challenger to the Activa and other established names.
The Indian scooter segment is a battlefield dominated by the Honda Activa, a reality Hero MotoCorp is no stranger to. With the discontinuation of the Maestro and the speculative launch of a new feature-rich scooter, Hero is gearing up to challenge the status quo.
The Maestro could come back in the future with more of everything. Something we expect from Hero too. The new Destini 125 will come and take the market by storm in early September 2024.
