Hero Xtreme 160R a Budget Friendly Sports Bike with Impressive Features

It was 14th June 2023 when the bike was launched. Provides a comfortable ride, along with a great performance. And comes with great mileage. Offers a great price range. Let’s have a look at the specifications, price, and performance of the Hero Xtreme 160R: 

Considered as one of the best bikes in this range, Hero offers a 163.2cc powerful engine with it. That offers great mileage too. Comes in a petrol variant. 

Mainly focuses on the young riders looking for a sports bike. The fuel capacity of this bike is also larger. 

Hero Xtreme 160R Looks and Design 

Hero Xtreme 160R

It has a premium, sporty, bold, and aesthetic look on the outside. And it is available in Pearl Silver White, Sports Red, Vibrant Blue, Stealth Black, and a 100 Million Edition (a dual-tone white and red) colour. And is furnished with a solid body. 

Performance 

It offers a petrol-powered variant. Hero 160R has a 163.2cc, 4-valve engine that is air-cooled and single-cylinder. Produces a maximum power of 16.9 PS (8500rpm) and the maximum torque of 14.6nm (6500rpm). It can reach up to the speed of 100kmph in around 14 seconds. A fuel efficiency of 45-50 km/l. And provides the fuel capacity of 12 litres, along with a 1.9-litre reserve fuel capacity. 

Dimensions 

It has an overall length of 2029mm, a width of 793mm and a height of 1052mm. The seat height of this bike is 790mm. The ground clearance of 167mm, and the tyre size of 100/80-17 for the front and 130/70-17 for the rear. 

Safety Features of 160R

The bike is yet to have a test from Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP. However, its safety features include:

  • Single-channel ABS 
  • Petal disc brakes
  • A side-stand engine cut-off switch

Pricing and Competition 

In Indore, the price range starts at 1,11,611 rupees (single disc, non-OBD 2B variant). TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Bajaj Pulsar N160, Yamaha FZ series, and Suzuki Gixxer are its competitors

It can be said as a good sports bike at a good price range. Offers great performance, looks, and design. 

Those looking for a daily ride and occasional weekend rides will be satisfied with it, especially young, sporty, and urban riders. 

However, there are some flaws too:

  • It does not have a 6th gear
  • The maintenance cost of this vehicle is too high. 

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