Hero Xoom 160: Same Price, Other Options
From an electric scooter to streetfighters, the list is quite varied
For an ex-showroom price of Rs 1,43,498, the Hero Xoom 160 is an exciting option to consider as your next purchase. But for a similar price tag, you can also choose from a wide range of streetfighters and electric scooters listed below:
Yamaha Aerox 155 - Rs 1,44,530
The Yamaha Aerox 155 is powered by a 155cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 15PS at 8,000rpm and 13.9Nm at 6,500rpm. The scooter has a telescopic fork and twin shock absorbers suspension setup. Braking duties are handled by a front disc brake and a rear drum brake with single-channel ABS as standard. The scooter also gets traction control.
The Aerox 155 rides on 14-inch alloy wheels with a 110/80-14 front and a 140/70-14 rear tyre setup. The scooter has a kerb weight of 126kg and a fuel tank capacity of 5.5 litres. The fuel filler cap is externally mounted, allowing refuelling without opening the seat.
The Aerox 155 has a wheelbase of 1,350mm, a seat height of 790mm and a ground clearance of 145mm. The features list consists of a negatively-lit LCD instrument console that displays speedometer, fuel gauge, tachometer, odometer and tripmeter readings. The instrument cluster also supports Bluetooth connectivity for call notifications, SMS and email alerts and phone battery status.
The scooter also gets Yamaha's Smart Key System on the Version S variant. This keyless setup enables keyless ignition and includes an Answer Back function that flashes the indicators, making it easier to locate the scooter in crowded parking areas. The Smart Key also enhances convenience by allowing the rider to start the scooter without inserting a physical key.
Vespa S 125: Rs 1,30,620
The Vespa S 125 is powered by a 124.45cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that produces 9.5PS at 7,100rpm and 10.1Nm at 5,600rpm. Suspension duties are handled by a single-side arm at the front and a single shock absorber at the rear. Braking duties are handled by a 200mm front disc brake and a 140mm rear drum brake with Combined Braking System (CBS) as standard.
The Vespa S 125 rides on alloy wheels with a 110/70-11 front tyre and a 120/70-10 rear tyre. In terms of dimensions, the Vespa S 125 has a wheelbase of 1,290mm and a seat height of 770mm, making it accessible to riders of varying heights. The scooter has a 7.4-litre fuel tank.
The scooter features a semi-digital instrument console that combines a classic analogue speedometer with an LCD display. The console provides essential riding information while maintaining the retro styling that Vespa is known for. In terms of styling, the Vespa S 125 combines classic Italian design with sporty detailing. It features flowing steel body panels, a sculpted front apron, rectangular headlamp, stylish alloy wheels and premium paint finishes.
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (USD with TFT variant) - Rs 1,38,690
The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is powered by a 159.7cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine that produces 17.55PS at 9,250rpm and 14.73Nm at 7,500rpm in Sport mode. In Urban and Rain modes, output is reduced to 15.64PS at 8,650rpm and 14.14Nm at 7,250rpm. The engine is paired to a 5-speed gearbox paired with an assist and slipper clutch, which reduces clutch effort and minimizes rear-wheel hop during aggressive downshifts. TVS claims a top speed of 114kmph in Sport mode and 103kmph in Urban and Rain modes.
Suspension duties are handled by a 37mm upside-down (USD) fork finished in gold and a rear monoshock. The USD fork setup improves front-end rigidity while adding to the motorcycle's sporty appearance.
Braking duties are handled by a 270mm petal disc at the front and a 240mm petal disc at the rear. The top-spec variant comes equipped with dual-channel ABS. The bike also gets traction control that regulates engine torque to minimize wheel spin and improve stability across different riding conditions.
The Apache RTR 160 4V rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with a 90/90-17 front tyre and a 130/70 R17 rear tyre setup. The motorcycle has a kerb weight of 146kg and has a 12 litre fuel tank. The bike has a wheelbase of 1,357mm, a ground clearance of 180mm and a seat height of 800mm.
One of the biggest highlights of the top variant is its new 5-inch TFT instrument console that supports Bluetooth connectivity for turn-by-turn navigation, race telemetry and ride analytics. The motorcycle has three riding modes: Sport, Urban and Rain. These modes alter engine performance to suit different riding conditions by changing power and torque output. Additional features include TVS’ Glide Through Technology (GTT), which allows the motorcycle to move forward smoothly in slow-moving traffic with a gradual release of the clutch and without throttle input. The top variant also has three-step adjustable brake and clutch levers that can be adjusted without tools to suit different rider preferences.
Bajaj Pulsar N250 - Rs 1,38,455
The Bajaj Pulsar N250 is powered by a 249.07cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine. The motor produces 24.5PS at 8,750rpm and 21.5Nm at 6,500rpm. It is paired to a 5-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch. The assist function reduces clutch lever effort, while the slipper mechanism minimizes rear-wheel slip during aggressive downshifts.
Suspension duties are handled by a 37mm upside-down (USD) fork and a gas-charged rear monoshock. Braking duties are handled by a 300mm front disc and a 230mm rear disc. The Pulsar N250 comes equipped with dual-channel ABS as standard and also features ABS ride modes. Riders can choose between Road, Rain and Off-road modes, which alter ABS intervention according to riding conditions. The motorcycle is also equipped with traction control, which helps minimize rear-wheel slip by regulating engine output whenever traction is compromised.
The motorcycle rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with a 110/70-17 front tyre and a 140/70-17 rear tyre setup. Dimensionally, the Pulsar N250 has a wheelbase of 1,351mm, a seat height of 795mm and a ground clearance of 165mm. It has a kerb weight of 164kg and has a 14 litre fuel tank.
In terms of features, it has a negatively-lit LCD instrument console. The console supports Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation. It also displays speed, fuel level, gear position indicator, distance-to-empty, clock, and other essential information.
The Pulsar N250 also gets a USB charging port. The styling of the Pulsar N250 is characterised by a muscular fuel tank, sharp tank shrouds, aggressive body panels and a compact tail section. The gold-finished USD fork, sporty graphics and split-seat design add to its premium appearance.
Ather 450S (122km variant with no AtherStack Pro) - Rs 1,35,999
The Ather 450S 122km variant has a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) that produces 5.4kW of peak power and 22Nm of torque. The electric scooter has a 2.9kWh lithium-ion battery pack that delivers an IDC-certified range of 122km. Ather Energy claims the scooter can accelerate from 0-40kmph in 3.9 seconds and achieve a top speed of 90kmph.
The scooter has four riding modes: SmartEco, Eco, Ride and Sport. Power delivery and throttle response vary depending on the selected mode. The regenerative braking system helps recover energy during deceleration, improving overall efficiency. The scooter also comes with Park Assist for easier reverse movement at low speeds, while dashboard auto-brightness and coasting regenerative braking are available even without the AtherStack Pro package.
Charging is handled by Ather's 700W home charger. The 2.9kWh battery can be charged from 0-80 percent in approximately 6 hours and 36 minutes, while a full 0-100 percent charge takes around 8 hours and 36 minutes. The scooter is also compatible with the Ather Grid fast-charging network, allowing riders to use Ather's public charging infrastructure across the country.
Suspension duties are handled by a telescopic fork and a rear monoshock setup. Braking is managed by a 200mm front disc brake and a 190mm rear disc brake, assisted by a Combined Braking System (CBS). Regenerative braking further assists in slowing the scooter while recovering energy back into the battery. The scooter rides on 12-inch alloy wheels wrapped in 90/90-12 tubeless tyres at both ends.
Dimensionally, the scooter has a wheelbase of 1,296mm, a seat height of 780mm and a ground clearance of 170mm. The kerb weight stands at 108kg, while the under-seat storage capacity is rated at 22 litres, offering enough space for everyday essentials.
One of the highlights of the 450S is its 7-inch TFT instrument console that provides information such as speed, battery percentage, riding mode, trip details, odometer, distance-to-empty and other essential ride information. Even without AtherStack Pro, the scooter supports turn-by-turn navigation on the dashboard along with OTA (Over-the-Air) software updates.
User Reviews
- jitni tareef utni kam hi haiBahot hi acha stylish bike hai. Kuch hi time me TVS number 1 pe ayega. Jitni tareef karu utni kam hi lagega. Mere dost ne buy ki thi jab, tab maine ride ki, main shock ho gaya, look bhi bahot badiya tha. Mera dil bik gaya yeh use karke, main pehle pulsar bike use kar raha tha, isko chalane ke bad main pulsar becha aur tvs khareeda.Read More
- Yamaha Aerox 155The scooter is amazing. Great performance and good mileage as well was getting around 35 kmpl in city. Great handling and high-speed stability with good breaks. Everything is good but the scooter is not suitable for tall riders. The boot could fit an entire full-face helmet inside as well along with space to keep a jacket as well.Read More
- Pulsar N250 - Amazing MachineI chose this bike for it's looks, easy spare parts availability and uniqueness on roads. This is one of the cheapest 250cc out there. It provides almost all the modern technologies like riding modes, Dual-channel ABS, Traction control, Bluetooth navigation, etc. I liked the seating posture and seat height it is very accessible to all types of riders. I like bikes having good low-end torque for effortless city riding and this machine has very good low to mid range torque so these are the reasons I chose this beautiful machine. The overall ride quality is very good. The suspension is not that stiff and you will definitely feel the adrenaline rush due to it's power. This is a very good city machine as well as capable on highways. On highways you can easily cruise at 80-100 km/h without much stress on the engine. I must say that the engine is very refined and smooth.The pickup is great and it has very good midrange performance. I am getting mileage of around 38 km/l which is decent for a 250cc. You can get mileage of 45 on highways if you cruise at a constant speed. The stability of this bike at speeds of 90-100 is decent but I am not sure about the high stability post 120 km/h. You feel the absence of a 6th gear on highways sometimes but the bike manages the gear ratios pretty well. Overall I'll say this bike has got a very punchy and refined engine. The braking is very good and the front brake response is very satisfying you will feel confident while riding this machine. The exhaust sound is very bassy and head-turning. People will definitely notice you. The pillion seat and rear suspension is a bit on stiffer side but it is good for cities. One thing I must mention is it's class-leading led projector headlights.The throw is very amazing and you will feel confidence on highways.No other bike in this segment provides such powerful headlights. So let's come to conclusion Will I recommend this bike I would say if you love bike having great low and mid range torque refined engine then you should definitely go for N250.But if you want a better highway machine having liquid looked technology and better high speed stability then you can look at NS200. Overall both the bikes have their own pros and cons and it all depends on what kind of rider you are and what you want. At last I would say you can buy N250 it will not disappoint. You will love riding it. I hope this review helps you find your perfect ride, Thanks...Read More
- Best performance and powerful vehicleSmooth on highways and city. It gives best mileage on highway and city mileage is low in this type of vehicle and build quality are best and powerful engine and best performance and design also very best. Best performance and powerful engine and best build quality and design also very best. Mileage in this type engine very powerful engine and best build quality, no regret after buy and also sell second hand. I am recommending this many features like best performance and powerful engine and best build quality and design also very best mileage in this type engine. Very powerful engine and best build quality not regret after buy.Read More
- For Ather 450sIt was a good choice and I personally recommend this to buy Overall the experience was good but one problem was it's top speed It's top speed is was just ok ok and its range was also peety low then other scooter Otherwise it was good option One main advantage was its after sale service which makes it more reliableRead More