Hero MotoCorp has launched the all-new Xtreme 160R 4V and an updated version of the Xtreme 250R in India, offering new features and designs to attract buyers in the competitive motorcycle market.
The new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V is available in three variants โ Standard, Pro and Carbon, with prices starting at Rs. 1.27 lakh, while the updated Xtreme 250R is priced at Rs. 1.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Key Takeaways
- Hero MotoCorp launches new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and updated Xtreme 250R in India
- The new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V features a comprehensive redesign and new features
- The updated Xtreme 250R features additional technology and revised styling
- Bookings for both motorcycles have opened, with deliveries scheduled to begin on 1 November 2026
- The launch of the new Hero Xtreme models is expected to have a significant impact on the Indian motorcycle market
What the new Xtreme 160R 4V offers
The all-new Xtreme 160R 4V features a comprehensive redesign, with sharper tank extensions, revised body panels and a more muscular streetfighter stance, giving it a stronger road presence and a more aggressive look.
The motorcycle is powered by a 163cc, single-cylinder, four-valve, oil-cooled engine producing 17.1 PS at 8,750 rpm and 14.6 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm, with a claimed 0-60 km/h acceleration time of 4.4 seconds.
Engine and performance of the Xtreme 160R 4V
The engine features a short-stroke design that allows it to rev quickly, while the finned oil cooler is designed to keep temperatures under control during spirited riding.
Hero also claims that the motorcycle delivers the best rear-wheel power in its segment, making it an attractive option for buyers looking for a powerful and efficient motorcycle.
By the numbers
- Price: Rs. 1.27 lakh - Rs. 1.41 lakh
- Engine: 163cc, single-cylinder, four-valve, oil-cooled
- Power: 17.1 PS at 8,750 rpm
- Torque: 14.6 Nm at 6,500 rpm
- 0-60 km/h acceleration time: 4.4 seconds
Ride-by-Wire and cruise control for the 160R
The Xtreme 160R 4V features ride-by-wire technology, with three riding modes โ Rain, Road and Sport, and cruise control, which allows riders to maintain a set speed without continuously holding the throttle.
New TFT display and connected features
The all-new Xtreme 160R 4V gets a TFT instrument console that displays riding modes, gear position, shift advisory, cruise control status, distance to empty and real-time fuel efficiency.
The display also features automatic brightness adjustment, and Bluetooth connectivity enables call and message alerts, music controls, phone battery status and turn-by-turn navigation.
Hero Xtreme 250R updates
The updated Xtreme 250R features additional technology, revised styling and improved equipment, including cruise control, a sensorless, bidirectional quickshifter and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
The motorcycle also gets a full-colour TFT instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity, call and message alerts, phone battery status and turn-by-turn navigation, making it a more technology-focused offering in the 250cc segment.
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By the numbers
- Price: Rs. 1.98 lakh
- Engine: 250cc, liquid-cooled, four-valve DOHC
- Power: 30 PS at 9,250 rpm
- Torque: 25.3 Nm at 7,500 rpm
- 0-60 km/h acceleration time: 3.2 seconds
Bookings and deliveries
Bookings for both motorcycles opened on 17 October 2026, while deliveries are scheduled to begin on 1 November 2026, with the standard variant of the Xtreme 160R available from January 2027.
Who is affected by the new Hero Xtreme models
The launch of the new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and updated Xtreme 250R will affect potential buyers in the 160cc and 250cc motorcycle segments, as well as existing Hero MotoCorp customers looking to upgrade or purchase a new motorcycle.
What the 18% GST on motorcycles means for buyers
The 18% GST on motorcycles will impact the pricing of the new Hero Xtreme models, with buyers needing to factor in the additional tax when making a purchase decision.
Hero MotoCorp's strategy for the Indian market
Hero MotoCorp's launch of the new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and updated Xtreme 250R is part of the company's strategy to strengthen its position in the Indian motorcycle market, with a focus on providing innovative and feature-rich products to customers.
Implications for the Indian motorcycle market
The launch of the new Hero Xtreme models is expected to have a significant impact on the Indian motorcycle market, with other manufacturers likely to respond with their own new launches and updates.
What to watch next
As the Indian motorcycle market continues to evolve, buyers can expect to see more new launches and updates from Hero MotoCorp and other manufacturers, with a focus on innovative features, improved performance and enhanced styling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V?
The price of the new Hero Xtreme 160R 4V starts at Rs. 1.27 lakh
What are the key features of the updated Xtreme 250R?
The updated Xtreme 250R features additional technology, revised styling and improved equipment, including cruise control and a sensorless, bidirectional quickshifter
When will deliveries of the new Hero Xtreme models begin?
Deliveries of the new Hero Xtreme models are scheduled to begin on 1 November 2026
