BREAKING: Hero Rides In With The Sportier Xtreme 160R
The naked is more powerful and sportier with a new 4-valve engine
After creating a lot of anticipation with the teasers, Hero MotoCorp has launched the updated Xtreme 160R 4V, and it is now more powerful, premium and sportier than ever. It is priced at Rs 1,27,300 for the standard, Rs 1,32,800 for the Connect variant and Rs 1,36,500 for the Pro variant. Prices ex-showroom Delhi. The standard variant is Rs 5,064 more expensive than the previous standard 2V variant.
For the premium, here’s all that you get:
Powering the Xtreme 160R 4V is a new 4-valve air-cooled engine, with an oil cooler displacing the same 163cc. It is also more powerful than before and makes 16.9PS and 14.6Nm. The 2-valve model makes 15.2PS and 14Nm. With the 4-valve upgrade, we expect more refinement from the engine, and maybe even more thrill.
While the Standard and Connect 4V variants get a telescopic fork, the Pro 4V variant runs a more premium 37mm KYB USD fork suspension. This should ideally result in a more sophisticated riding experience. The rear monoshock, alloy wheels and petal discs stay the same as the 2V model. That said, we would have really appreciated the inclusion of dual-channel ABS on this one. With updated hardware, among other things, the kerb weight has gone up by around 5kg and tips the scales at 144kg and 145kg for the Standard and Pro variants respectively.
In terms of appearance, the bike retains the same aggressive design language and sharp styling of a streetfighter as the 2V model. However, for a much sportier appeal, the bike comes draped in new shades and graphics, and a new split seat setup. That said, the split seat is only available on the Pro variant, whereas, the standard variant still gets a single-piece seat.
The Hero Xtreme 160R already featured all LED lighting, a segment first, and a digital console for basic readouts and the 4V has carried over the same. Now the standard variant gets smartphone connectivity with call and SMS alerts, whereas the Pro and Connect variants get Hero Connect 2.0 with a lot more features to offer. We shall update the story with more info on the features shortly. Oh, and the switchgear is updated as well, and it looks more premium than before.
Now that the Xtreme 160R gets a 4-valve motor and is more powerful, it will rival the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Bajaj Pulsar N160, and Suzuki Gixxer even better. Even with the premium, the Xtreme 160R is the most affordable 160cc bike in the segment and has a lot to offer. Deliveries for the bike to commence from second week of July.
Hero Xtreme 160R User Reviews
I recently tried hero Xtreme 160r stealth edition for my daily city ride and what stood out immediately was the puncy and low end performance that make stop and go traffic feel effortless, the gear shift are predictible, the bike feel planted and the start and tell feature is surprisingly convenient when you are in rush.Read More
It is an awesome bike. Good colour combination, good engine, great pickup and a good mileage. Comfortable while riding makes it a great bike for day to day commute. It is an awesome bike in any way you look at it. It is also low maintenance so you wouldn't need to worry about servicing very often. I had a great time riding it for more than 2 years.Read More
Over and all Hero is a good choice for me my whole family have a Bikes of hero. They keep the basic things in mind and make a bike which I feel a a good for a rider. I would be very thankful to Hero for the bike they have made special for 160. I did a ride to Nagpur to ladakh and it was like a 160 cc bike cant do that but unfortunately I did . It was like impossible to possible. The whole credit goes to Hero how bike has been designed and the speed mileage . It feels like no problem even the off-roading also feel like I am sitting in a 4-5 Lakhs bike. Heads off to Hero again. Yes absolutely this bike is like a heaven for middle class people the style, the looks and many more totally worth for the value of the bike. I would always recommend this bike for everyone. There is no negative point first of all . And yeah I would love to express more but yeah that's all for now.Read More
I chose the Hero Xtreme 160R because it offers a perfect mix of power, comfort, and style. Its smooth to ride in city traffic, handles well on highways, and is easy to maintain. I have one previous model of 2011 already. Ride has been smooth and enjoyable so far. The bike feels light, handles traffic easily, and stays stable on highways. Power delivery is clean, braking feels confident, and comfort is good for daily rides. Yes, I would recommend it. The bike is comfortable, easy to ride, and performs well in daily use. It looks good, gives decent mileage, and is reliable for both city and highway riding. Service cost is good and pocket friendly.Read More
Hero Xtreme 160 R gave me a thrilling Long Drive experience with its 160 cc Engine and smooth Acceleration up to max 110 Kmph and No vibrations at cruising speeds; It is perfect for Hyderabad roads. Suspension absorbs potholes well, offered me very comfort. However, it gave me maximum 43 km per 1 ltr petrol. Its breaking system is wonderful, even in an emergency Stops. It's highly recommended for Fun and Practical Ownership.Read More