HERO DESTINI 125 PROGRAMMED FI User manual

PREFACE
Thank you for selecting a Hero MotoCorp DESTINI 125 PROGRAMMED FI . We wish
you many miles of continued riding pleasure in the years ahead.
We at Hero MotoCorp, are committed to demonstrate excellence in our environment
performance on a continual basis, as an intrinsic element of our corporate philosophy. To
achieve this we commit ourselves to continue product innovations to improve environment
compatibility, comply with and all applicable legislation including environment legislation
strengthen the green supply chain.
Your is conforming to latest (Bharat stage- norms) regulation for emission, safety & vehicle VI
noise levels. We are also using non asbestos brake shoes/pads and engine gaskets which are
environment friendly in nature.
India) vide notification GSR 188 (E) dated 22nd February 2016. This feature helps in
the engine gets ON.
Your Authorised dealer will be glad to provide further information or Hero MotoCorp
assistance and is equipped to handle your future service needs.
This booklet is your guide to the basic operation and maintenance of your new
Hero MotoCorp DESTINI 125 PROGRAMMED FI. Please take time to read it carefully.
As with any fine machine, proper care and maintenance are essential for trouble-free
operation and optimum performance.
This vehicle is fitted with a lighting feature known as “Automatic Headlamp ON”. The feature
conspicuity for improving rider safety. The headlamp of this vehicle will always be lit ON when
Let us make this world a safer, healthier and more environment friendly place.
is mandated for all 2 Wheelers by Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (Government of

ALL INFORMATION, ILLUSTRATION, PHOTOGRAPH, DIRECTIONS,
SPECIFICATIONS AND OTHER CONTENTS COVERED IN THIS OWNER'S
MANUAL ARE BASED ON THE LATEST PRODUCT INFORMATION AVAILABLE
AT THE TIME OF ITS PRINTING APPROVAL, AND THE ACCURACY OR
CORRECTNESS OF THE SAME IS NOT UNDERTAKEN OR GUARANTEED.
Hero MotoCorp Ltd RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES IN ITS
CONTENTS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND/OR INCURRING ANY
OBLIGATION, WHATSOEVER. NO ONE IS ALLOWED TO REPRODUCE ANY
PART OF THIS PUBLICATION WITHOUT OBTAINING PRIOR WRITTEN
PERMISSION FROM Hero MotoCorp Ltd.
NOTE
ACCESSORIES SHOWN MAY NOT BE THE PART OF STANDARD FITMENT. IT IS
OUR ENDEAVOUR TO CONSTANTLY IMPROVE OUR PRODUCTS. THIS COULD
LEAD TO CHANGE IN PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS WITHOUT NOTICE. Hero
MotoCorp Ltd ‘DESTINI 125 PROGRAMMED FI’ COMPLIES WITH THE LATEST
EMISSION NORMS.

As per Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (Government of India) vide
Notification G.S.R. 540(E), Hemostatic agent is excluded from first aid kit in
reduction from existing kit effective from 31st August 2020.
ADDENDUM

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CONTENTS
Pg. No.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 1
VEHICLE SPECIFICATION 2
•Load limits and guidelines 7
•Side stand switch/Side stand/Pillion footrest 34
VEHICLE VIEWS 11
ESSENTIAL INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS 25
•Ignition switch 25
•i3s (Idle Stop Start System) 26
•Keys 17
•Rear brake 19
•Helmet holder/Center compartment 30
•Instruments and indicators 14
•LCD panel 16
•Tyres (Tubeless) 22
PARTS FUNCTION 14
•Front inner box 33
MAJOR COMPONENTS 18
•Fuel 20
HANDLEBAR SWITCHES CONTROL 26
•Luggage hook 32
•Boot lamp/Boot lamp switch/USB charger 31
•Protective apparel 5
•Document compartment/First aid kit/
Tool kit holder 30
•Women pillion step 35
•Brakes (Integrated Braking) 18
•Accessories and modifications 8
TIPS FOR HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT 10
SAFE RIDING TIPS 9
BODY PARTS REMOVAL 35
FEATURES 26
VEHICLE SAFETY 4
•Important safety information 4
•Steering lock/Fuel filler cap/Lock/Seat lock 29
•Side stand indicator 33
•Headlamp focus adjustment 41
ANTI-THEFT TIPS 42
MAINTENANCE 53
SPARK PLUG 64
CLEANING OF VEHICLE 51
WASHING OF VEHICLE 51
STORAGE GUIDE 72
TOOL KIT/FIRST AID KIT 51
FUSE REPLACEMENT 67
STARTING THE ENGINE 43
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 54
•Center compartment 35
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 58
•Center cover/Body cover 36
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 55
AIR CLEANER DRAIN TUBE CLEANING 60
•Front upper cover assembly 39
RUNNING IN/RIDING 45
ENGINE OIL 61
FINAL DRIVE OIL REPLACEMENT 63
•Rear view mirror/Headlamp assembly 40
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION 41
PARKING 50
THROTTLE OPERATION 59
BRAKE SHOE WEAR 64
BATTERY 65
SUSPENSION 68
CATALYTIC CONVERTER 71
BULB REPLACEMENT 68
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM 72
POLISHING OF VEHICLE 72
REMOVING ROAD SALT 72
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 74
HERO GENUINE PARTS
WARRANTY DETAILS
ZONAL/REGIONAL/AREA OFFICES
ROAD SIGNS 77

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Engine No.
Location: Stamped on the lower side of
the left crankcase.
Location: Stamped on the lower right side of
the frame, visible from the window provided
on right floor side cover.
Model: DESTINI 125 PROGRAMMED FI
VIN Engine
Variants
Engine No.: JF17EL########
JF17EL # # # #####
Engine
Description Year of
Manufacturing Assembly Plant Month of Manufacturing Serial Number
1. During registration of the vehicle.
VIN and Engine No. may be required:
2. For dealing with legal & insurance departments.
1
JFN07 JF17EL
Sheet metal wheel/Integrated braking (LX)
VIN: MBLJFW24#########
MBL JFW24 #
Manufacturer
code Vehicle
Description Model Year
#
Check
Digit
## #####
Plant
Code Month of
Manufacturing Production
Serial Number
JFW24 JF17EL
Cast wheel/Integrated braking (VX)
JF17EL#
#######
MBLJFW24#########