Introduction
Hero MotoCorp has officially announced the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V launch in India with new features, updated styling and a revised instrument cluster for the 2026 model year.
Key Highlights
- Launched: November 2025
- Price: ₹1.30 lakh (standard), ₹1.34 lakh (Combat variant), ex-showroom
- Colours: Neon Shooting Star, Matt Slate Black, Kevlar Brown, Matt Shadow Grey
- Variants: Standard 4V, Combat/Cruise Control Edition
- New features: Cruise control, ride-by-wire, ride modes, colour LCD cluster
- Engine: 163.2cc, single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled
- Availability: Now arriving at select Hero dealerships in India
The new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V introduces cruise control through a ride-by-wire system, making it one of the first motorcycles in the 160cc segment in India to offer this feature. It also gains three ride modes — Rain, Road and Sport — along with a new colour LCD instrument cluster that supports Bluetooth connectivity and navigation.
Design updates include a sharper LED projector headlamp, updated tank shrouds, fresh graphics and new paint schemes, with the Combat Edition getting exclusive styling touches. The motorcycle continues with USD front forks, rear mono-shock suspension, and dual-channel ABS with disc brakes at both ends.
Powering the bike is the same 163.2cc single-cylinder engine, producing 16.9 PS and 14.6 Nm, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. While official mileage figures for the new variant are yet to be updated, the tank capacity remains unchanged.
Also read: Suzuki Hayabusa 2026 Update Unveiled: What Indian Riders Should Know
Conclusion
With premium features and sporty design, the updated model strengthens Hero’s presence in the 160cc performance commuter segment.
Sources
https://auto.hindustantimes.com/new-bikes/hero/xtreme-160r-4v
https://www.bikewale.com/news/new-hero-xtreme-160r-4v-gets-cruise-control-and-ride-modes
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