Hero MotoCorp has launched its updated 2026 Xtreme 160R 4V in India. The company has launched this bike in the market with a new look and some special features. Its starting ex-showroom price has been kept at ₹1.27 lakh. What is special is that its top variant also has a feature like cruise control, which is usually found in higher priced bikes.

The new Xtreme 160R 4V can be purchased in three variants Standard, Pro and Carbon. Among these, the Carbon is the most expensive variant, with an ex-showroom price of ₹1.41 lakh. Its booking has started in the showroom of the company. Deliveries of the Pro and Carbon variants will begin from November 1, 2026, while customers will have to wait until January 2027 for the standard variant.

Hero Xtreme 160R 4V comes in new looks and colors

The 2026 model tries to make the design of the bike more sporty than before. Changes are seen in the area around its fuel tank and rear seat. The company has also increased its color options, so that customers can choose the variant as per their preference.

The standard variant comes in Firestorm Red and Pearl Black colors. For the Pro, Pro Red and Pro Black colors are provided. At the same time, the Top Carbon comes in different colors like Carbon Red, Carbon Black, Carbon Gray and Abrax Orange. The company has also changed the names of the variants. The previously available base model will now be known as the Standard, while the Combat Edition has been replaced by the Pro variant. Apart from this, a new carbon variant has been added to the range.

How much has the engine changed?

All three variants of the new Xtreme 160R 4V are powered by a 164.32cc oil-cooled, 4-valve engine. Its maximum power is now 17.1 hp, available at 8,750 rpm. There is a slight increase in power compared to earlier. At the same time, the bike’s torque has been maintained at 14.6 Nm, which is available at 6,500 rpm.

Cruise control will be available in the Pro variant

There are differences between the three variants in terms of features. Standard gets telescopic front forks, mechanical throttle, single-channel ABS with disc brakes on both wheels and LCD instrument console. The Pro variant features a 37mm KYB USD front fork with adjustable preload and a rear monoshock. It has dual-channel ABS, ride-by-wire system and three ride modes like Rain, Road and Sports. Apart from this, cruise control is also provided. The bike’s seat height is now 805mm, which is 2mm more than before. His weight has also increased by 1.5 kg to 149 kg.

The TFT screen will be available in the carbon variant

All the key features of the Pro are available in the Carbon variant. However, instead of LCD, it has a 4.2-inch TFT display. This screen is also found in the Xpulse 210, but the layout has been kept separate to suit the sporty style of the Xtreme 160R 4V. In the Indian market it will compete with the likes of Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160.

Renault Duster Strong Hybrid launch, know which variant price with 29 kmpl mileage