OVERVIEW & PRICE
Performance and Engine
The Xtreme 160R features a 163.2 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that produces 15 PS at 8,500 rpm and 14 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm. It’s designed for a broad mid-range, making it responsive in city traffic. The race-inspired 2-valve cylinder head and high-compression combustion chamber provide quick throttle response and an engaging ride above 6,000 rpm. This bike performs well on highways and is agile enough for lane-splitting in urban areas.
It has a 5-speed manual transmission with a wet, multi-plate clutch that ensures smooth shifts and reduces rider fatigue. The gear pattern is conventional (1-down, 4-up), and the ratios are spaced to minimise jerks during gear changes. While it lacks advanced features like a slipper clutch, the transmission supports everyday usability, making overtaking and climbing easier. Users report a top speed of 107 km/h to 115 km/h, typically reaching around 100 km/h on flat, open roads. Variations in speed can be due to rider weight, wind resistance, and road conditions.
Mileage and Fuel Efficiency
User-reported mileage for the Hero Xtreme 160R ranges from 46 km/l to 47 km/l in mixed riding conditions. It’s a solid choice for daily commuters and those who enjoy occasional spirited rides due to its balance of performance and fuel efficiency.
Under ARAI testing, the Xtreme 160R is certified at 49.65 km/l, ranking well against about 79% of street bikes in India. A 12-litre fuel tank can cover up to 596 km on a full tank before switching to reserve.
Features and Technology
Hero has bolstered the Xtreme 160R with a suite of feaemphasiset emphasise safety, performance, and rider convenience:
- Single-Channel ABS: A 276 mm petal-disc up front (paired with a 220 mm petal-disc at the rear) backed by single-channel ABS ensures controlled braking under varied road conditions.
- Segment-First Drag Timer: For sport-minded riders, the integrated drag-timer records straight-line sprint times — a first-in-segment feature that underscores Hero’s focus on performance-oriented technology.
- LED Lighting Suite: The Xtreme 160R sports an all-LED headlamp with position lamps, LED tail lamp, and LED winkers, enhancing nighttime visibility and giving the bike a premium, high-visibility look.
- Inverted LCD Console: The cockpit is anchored by an inverted LCD display with adjustable brightness. It shows speed, rpm, fuel gauge, trip meters, gear-position indicator, and the drag timer in a clear, modern layout.
- USB Charger Port: A conveniently placed USB charging outlet beneath the console caters to today’s always-connected riders, ensuring smartphones and navigation devices stay powered during commutes.
- Comfy Pillion Seat: Unlike many sporty 160cc offerings, the Xtreme 160R prioritizes pillion comfort with a padded, contoured seat section, making two-up riding more practical for daily use.
- Wide Rear Tyre: A 130/70-17 rear tyre provides ample grip during aggressive cornering and confident ride stability, while a 100/80-17 front tyre enhances steering response.
HANDLING
The Xtreme 160R delivers excellent handling thanks to its lightweight chassis, well-tuned suspension, and 17-inch alloy wheels fitted with RevZ tyres. Its tubular underbone diamond frame, with a 1327 mm wheelbase, provides stability and easy turn-in, making it ideal for city rides and uneven roads. The 37 mm telescopic forks effectively absorb bumps, ensuring a smoother ride on rough surfaces.
A 7-step adjustable mono-shock allows you to customise the rebound and preload, which is particularly useful for solo and two-up riding. This adjustability maintains chassis stability during hard cornering. The bike features 100/80-17 front and 130/70-17 rear RevZ tyres, offering solid grip and consistent feedback. The Xtreme 160R handles uneven surfaces well, instilling confidence while cornering at higher speeds.
Weighing just 139.5 kg, the Xtreme 160R’s lightweight design enhances manoeuvrability, making it easy to navigate tight spaces. It’s rake and trail geometry balance quick turn-in and straight-line stability.
COMFORT
The Xtreme 160R features an aggressive, streetfighter-inspired design that prioritises rider comfort. Its ergonomic seat is suitable for short and long rides. With a seat height of 790 mm, it accommodates riders of various heights without feeling cramped. The upright seating position helps reduce fatigue during commutes or longer journeys.\
The wide, single-piece seat is well-cushioned, providing ample support for the rider. In contrast, the slightly raised pillion seat offers decent comfort thanks to its integrated grab rail. Moderately positioned handlebars promote a neutral minimising, minimising strain in traffic and during highway cruising. This design helps prevent fatigue on longer rides.
The rear-set pegs create a sporty riding position without causing discomfort, even for those who prefer standing on the pegs in rough terrain. The 2-valve engine and quality rubber mountings reduce vibrations at higher RPMs. While there’s no dedicated windscreen, the headlamp cowl deflects much wind at highway speeds, allowing for comfortable rides with only mild wind pressure on the chest.
BUILD QUALITY
Hero MotoCorp has designed the Xtreme 160R with a lightweight tubular underbone diamond-type frame, achieving a kerb weight of just 139.5 kg. The frame offers excellent rigidity and torsional stiffness, ensuring minimal flex during hard cornering. The fit and finish of the panels are high-quality, sitting flush with minimal gaps, and the switchgear feels solid.
The upgraded switchgear includes a robust ignition kill switch, starter button, and hazard light switch, providing positive feedback and no play over time. Exposed bolts and fasteners are zinc-coated or black-coated to prevent corrosion. Additionally, a well-sealed USB charging port under the console shows attention to durability for Indian riding conditions.
STYLING
Hero has designed the Xtreme 160R to embody a streetfighter aesthetic while ensuring everyday practicality in the sub- ₹1.3 lakh segment. Its standout features include a robot-face-inspired LED headlamp with distinctive “whiskers” for an aggressive look, complemented by segment-first all-LED indicators, headlamp, and taillamp. An integrated H-shaped LED DRL enhances visibility and a recognisable front profile.
The muscular 12-litre fuel tank features sharp contours and extended side shrouds for a “big-bike feel” despite its 160 cc engine. Textured grips provide solid knee contact, while dual-tone paint schemes and sharp graphics add to its sporty character. A compact exhaust with blacked-out muffler covers contributes centralisation and has a clean side profile. The smoked taillight and refined tail unit with integrated pillion grab rails keep the design sleek.
The split-seat layout features a race-inspired rider seat hump and a comfortable pillion section with side-mounted grab handles. An inverted LCD instrument cluster with adjustable brightness presents essential data, including gear position and speed, in a crisp white-on-black format. Bold graphic stripes and stealth black accents enhance the visual appeal. Hero successfully delivers the streetfighter look through all-LED lighting and segment-first hazard lights.
COLOR OPTIONS AND VARIANTS
The Xtreme 160R is only available in a single colour option :
- Stealth Black
It comes in two variants:
- Single Disc(Standard)
- Double Disc(OBD2B)
VALUE FOR MONEY AND PRICING
With prices starting from ₹1,13,211onwards (ex-showroom, Delhi), riders receive:
- Segment-first drag-timer counter
- All-LED lighting (headlamp, tail lamp, winkers)
- Inverted LCD console with adjustable brightness
- Single-channel ABS on disc-disc braking setup
- USB charging port
Pillion-friendly seat cushioning
When compared against similar-spec 160 cc bikes, the Xtreme 160R presents compelling “bang-for-buck” credentials, especially for riders who prioritise tech features and modern styling without stretching the budget.
The fiercely contested 160 cc segment, the Hero Xtreme 160R, tangles with several established rivals. Below are its primary competitors:
- TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
- Bajaj Pulsar NS160
- Yamaha FZS-FI V3
- Honda Hornet 2.0
- Suzuki Gixxer 155 (Single-Channel ABS)
- Bajaj Pulsar N150
- TVS Apache RTR 160 (Non-4V)
By comparison, the Xtreme 160R’s unique selling points—drag-timer, USB charging port, inverted LCD console, and multiple limited/stealth editions— help it stand out among these rivals, especially for tech-driven riders who value gadgetry as much as engine performance.
