The updated Xtreme 160R 4V gets Carbon and Pro variants, with 17.1 PS, three riding modes and a claimed 0–60 km/h time of 4.4 seconds.
Hero MotoCorp has launched the updated 2026 Xtreme 160R at Rs 1.27 lakh, ex-showroom. Following the teasers shared earlier this month, the motorcycle has now been revealed with refreshed styling, an expanded electronics package and two variants—Carbon and Pro.
TFT Display And Three Riding Modes
The Carbon variant’s multi-colour TFT display is one of the main changes on the updated Xtreme 160R 4V. Hero describes it as offering day and night display functionality, connectivity and more than 60 features. The Pro variant retains a multi-colour LCD console.
Ride-by-wire works with three selectable modes — Rain, Road and Sports. These are intended to tailor throttle response to different riding conditions, ranging from everyday commuting to a sharper response for sporty riding.
Cruise control can be activated above 30 km/h, allowing the motorcycle to maintain an electronically set speed. Hero has also highlighted a Pro Drag Race Timer with two measurement settings. D1 records the rider’s 0–60 km/h acceleration time, while D2 measures a quarter-mile run over 402 metres.
Refreshed Styling And Six Colour Options
The new Xtreme 160R 4V features angular tank extensions, contrasting body panels and prominent graphics. It gets red bodywork with grey and black sections, a red front alloy wheel and gold-finished USD forks.
At the front is an auto-on Class-D LED headlamp with Hero’s signature H-shaped DRLs. The tail lamp and turn indicators also use LEDs. A sculpted seat and compact tail section complete the street-naked design.
The Carbon variant is offered in Carbon Red, Carbon Black, Carbon Grey and Abrax Orange. The Pro variant gets Pro Red and Pro Black colour options.
163.2cc Engine Produces 17.1 PS
Power comes from a 163.2cc, oil-cooled, four-valve single-cylinder engine. Power output is at 17.1 PS at 8,750 rpm and peak torque at 14.6 Nm at 6,500 rpm for both variants. Both Carbon and Pro variants have a kerb weight of 149 kg and a 12-litre fuel tank.
The engine is paired with a five-speed constant-mesh gearbox and a wet multi-plate clutch. Hero claims a 0–60 km/h sprint time of 4.4 seconds and claims to be the fastest motorcyclein the 160cc category.
KYB USD Forks And Dual-Channel ABS
The chassis uses a tubular underbone diamond-type frame. Suspension comprises 37 mm KYB upside-down front forks and a rear monoshock with seven-step adjustment.
Braking hardware includes a 276 mm front petal disc and a 220 mm rear petal disc, with dual-channel ABS for both variants. The motorcycle rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with a 100/80 front tyre and a 130/70 rear tyre, both tubeless.
Five-step adjustable clutch and brake levers allow riders to alter lever reach. A Panic Brake Alert function is also highlighted, automatically signalling following traffic during rapid deceleration.
Dimensions And Positioning
The updated Xtreme 160R 4V measures 1,977 mm in length, 793 mm in width and 1,052 mm in height. Wheelbase stands at 1,329 mm, seat height at 805 mm and ground clearance at 165 mm.
Prices And Variants
The 2026 Hero Xtreme 160R 4V is priced at Rs 1.37 lakh for the Pro and Rs 1.41 lakh for the Carbon variant, ex-showroom. A Standard variant, priced at Rs 1.27 lakh, will join the lineup in January 2027. Deliveries of the Pro and Carbon are scheduled to begin on November 1, 2026.
The Standard gets a mechanical throttle, conventional telescopic forks, disc brakes at both ends with single-channel ABS, a colour LCD console and Panic Brake Alert. The Pro adds an electronic throttle, riding modes, USD forks, cruise control and dual-channel ABS. For an additional Rs 4,000, the Carbon brings a TFT console, illuminated switches, an adjustable clutch lever and a coloured wheel.
Carbon buyers can choose from Carbon Red, Carbon Black, Carbon Grey and Abrax Orange. The Pro comes in Pro Red and Pro Black, while the Standard will offer Phantom Red and Pearl Black.
With its TFT-equipped Carbon variant and broader feature package, the 2026 update strengthens the Xtreme 160R 4V’s position in the sporty 160cc segment. It continues to compete with motorcycles such as the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Bajaj Pulsar N160.
